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Free Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Brighton – Brighton MET East Campus – Part-time

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Brighton. Classes run at Brighton MET East Campus, part-time during the day, over 36 weeks. You'll build the practical skills needed to work in electrical installations, with hands-on time in workshops designed to replicate real working conditions. This free diploma electrical installations course for adults is a strong starting point if you're new to the trade. You'll need a GCSE in English and Maths at grade 1 to 9 (or equivalent), and an interview is required before you start.

Who this course is for

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Entry requirements

English and Maths GCSE grade 9 1 (A* G) or equivalent. An interview isrequired.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the fundamental principles of electrical science and how they apply to installations.
  • You'll develop skills in wiring systems and cable containment used in buildings and structures.
  • You'll practise installation techniques in workshop settings that simulate the workplace.
  • You'll learn how to work safely with electrical systems, following industry health and safety standards.
  • You'll understand how to inspect and test basic electrical installations.
  • You'll gain knowledge of the regulations that govern electrical work in the UK.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical workshop sessions at Brighton MET East Campus. The workshops are set up to replicate workplace conditions, so you get hands-on experience alongside theory. Assessment includes practical tasks and written assignments. An interview takes place before you start, so the centre can confirm the course is the right fit for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Brighton MET East Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer, fitting wiring and systems in buildings
  • Electrical improver, supporting qualified electricians on site
  • Maintenance electrician, keeping electrical systems in working order
  • Electrical labourer, assisting with installations and cable runs
  • Apprentice electrician, combining work and further training

What you could study next

This Level 2 Diploma is a step toward the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, which electricians need to work toward a recognised industry card. You could also progress to a Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671), the wiring regulations qualification that most employers expect. An electrical apprenticeship is another route that combines further study with paid work.

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