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Free Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Birmingham – Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Birmingham. Classes run full-time at Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus. You'll need at least a grade 3 (D) in GCSE Maths and English to apply, and entry is by application and interview. The course takes one year and covers electrical installation theory alongside hands-on practical work in the workshops. Units include health and safety, wiring and circuitry, electrical science, and fabrication techniques. This City and Guilds electrical installation qualification is a solid first step toward further training and work in the electrical trade.

Who this course is for

Prepares learners for work within the field of electrical installation. This full-time course is designed to offer an introduction to electrical installation theory as well as the opportunity to develop practical skills. It is suitable for school leavers.

Entry requirements

A minimum D/3 grade in Maths and English.

What you will learn

  • You'll study health and safety practices for construction and electrical work.
  • You'll learn how to install wiring support systems and circuitry.
  • You'll develop electrical wiring and termination skills.
  • You'll practise fabrication techniques used in electrical installation.
  • You'll explore electrical science and technology principles.
  • You'll understand environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings.
  • You'll learn how to prepare sites safely for construction work.
  • You'll study the structure of the construction industry and communication skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical sessions in the college workshops and classroom-based knowledge sessions. Assessment is by continuous assessment and portfolio building, plus written exams. You'll build your portfolio throughout the course. Entry is by application form and interview.

What you will need to bring

You'll need steel toe-capped boots for workshop sessions. Bring standard study equipment such as pens and a notebook. The college provides the portfolio, but you are responsible for completing it. Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer trainee. Entry-level role on domestic or commercial sites.
  • Construction labourer (electrical). Supporting qualified electricians on site.
  • Electrical maintenance assistant. Helping with routine checks and repairs.
  • Apprentice electrician. Combining work and further study toward full qualification.

What you could study next

The natural next step is the Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures), which the college offers directly. From there, a Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installation is the qualification electricians need to work toward JIB Gold Card status and operate as a qualified electrician. Functional Skills Maths and English qualifications are also available if you want to strengthen those alongside your trade training.

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