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Free Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Newport

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Newport. Classes run full-time at Isle of Wight College, five days a week during the day. The course runs for one year. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including Maths and English, and you'll be invited to interview before you start. Good hand skills and hand-eye coordination are essential for the practical work. You'll cover the core knowledge and practical skills that underpin electrical installation work. Completing this level 1 electrical installation qualification is a first step toward further training in the electrical trade.

Who this course is for

This course is for those wishing to make a career in the electrical industry.

Entry requirements

Applicants will need to have 4 GCSEs at grade 2(E) or above including Mathematics, English and ideally Science All candidates need to produce references and to be successful at interview.

Because of the practical content of the course, general hand skills and hand/eye co-ordination are essential. Applicants must declare any difficulty with colour perception, as employment opportunities may be restricted

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of electrical science and how electricity behaves in circuits.
  • You'll develop practical wiring and cable installation skills.
  • You'll study health and safety requirements for electrical work.
  • You'll learn how to use and care for hand tools and electrical testing equipment.
  • You'll understand the basics of electrical installation regulations and standards.
  • You'll practise fault-finding and problem-solving on electrical systems.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom lessons and hands-on practical sessions. Assessment includes written tests to check your knowledge and practical assessments where you demonstrate your skills. You'll also need to attend an interview before the course starts. The practical sessions are a core part of the programme, so you'll spend significant time working with tools and electrical equipment in a workshop setting.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Isle of Wight College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer apprentice. Entry-level role wiring and fitting electrical systems.
  • Electrical labourer. Supporting qualified electricians on site.
  • Electrical maintenance assistant. Helping to maintain electrical equipment in buildings.
  • Trainee electrician. Working toward a full electrical installation qualification.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations. The next step in electrical installation training, covering more complex wiring systems and regulations.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The qualification electricians need to work toward JIB Gold Card status and full trade recognition.
  • Electrical Installation Apprenticeship. Combines work-based training with further study toward a recognised trade qualification.
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