Free Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Manchester. Classes run at The Manchester College Openshaw Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and covers the basic tasks and underpinning knowledge involved in electrical installation. You'll study through City and Guilds assignments, marked by your tutor and externally verified. Work experience is a built-in part of the course, and the centre will support you in finding a relevant placement.
Who this course is for
The qualification covers a range of basic tasks and underpinning knowledge involved in electrical installation.
What you will learn
You'll learn the basic tasks involved in electrical installation work.
You'll develop underpinning knowledge of electrical systems and how they work.
You'll complete assignments covering the core knowledge units of the qualification.
You'll gain practical experience through a work placement relevant to electrical installation.
How you will learn
You'll learn in the classroom at Openshaw Campus. Assignments are set by City and Guilds, delivered and marked by your tutor or assessor, and externally verified by City and Guilds. Work experience is a core part of the course. The centre will support you in arranging a placement.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Manchester College Openshaw Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer's mate. Entry-level support role on installation jobs.
Electrical installation trainee. Work alongside qualified electricians on site.
Construction labourer (electrical). Support electrical teams on building projects.
Apprentice electrician. A common next step after this qualification.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures). The natural next step, building on the skills you've gained here.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The qualification electricians need to work independently on buildings and structures.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance). For those moving into electrical maintenance roles. All three are available through City and Guilds.
