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Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Sheffield

CostFREE
Duration6 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Sheffield. Classes run at Arena Training Centre Sheffield, daytime and with flexible study options.

The course covers the basics of electrical installations in homes and businesses. You'll work with power systems, lighting, fire protection, security systems, and data networks. It runs over 6 weeks and includes practical skills alongside the theory. You'll need English and maths skills, or a Level 1 electrical qualification, to join.

The course is a stepping stone toward becoming a fully qualified electrician. You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures).

Who this course is for

This course is for anyone looking to become a domestic or industrial electrician, fitting power systems, lighting, fire protection, security and data-network systems in homes and businesses. It will suit you if you want to learn the basics and get some practical skills to help start off your career. It wont make you a fully qualified electrician, but the course does form part of the training you need to become fully qualified in the future.

Entry requirements

You need English and maths skills or a level 1 electrical qualification. It is useful to have an aptitude for practical tasks and be able to follow technical drawings.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how electrical installations work in domestic and commercial buildings.
  • You'll develop practical skills for fitting power systems and lighting.
  • You'll gain knowledge of fire protection and security systems.
  • You'll understand how data-network systems are installed.
  • You'll learn to read and follow technical drawings.
  • You'll cover health and safety practices for electrical work.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Arena Training Centre Sheffield, with a mix of theory and hands-on practical work. The course is delivered during the day with flexible attendance options. Assessment is through practical tasks and written work that test your understanding of electrical installations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Arena Training Centre Sheffield will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrician's mate, assists qualified electricians on domestic and commercial jobs.
  • Electrical installer, fits power systems and lighting in homes and businesses.
  • Electrical labourer, supports installation teams on site.
  • Domestic electrician trainee, works toward full qualification in residential settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, the next step toward becoming a fully qualified electrician and gaining a CSCS skilled-worker card.
  • Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671), covers wiring regulations and is required for most electrical roles.
  • Electrical Apprenticeship (Level 3), combines work-based training with study for those ready to earn while they learn.
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