Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Broadstairs. Classes run at Broadstairs College, full-time during the day. If you're under 18, there are no fees for this course. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college for details. The course runs for 44 weeks and covers wiring circuits, electrical principles, health and safety, and installation techniques for buildings and structures. You'll work in electrical workshops using industry tools and equipment. This level 2 diploma electrical installations qualification is a strong starting point for a career as an electrical installer.
Who this course is for
Develop the confidence and skills needed to begin a career as an electrician, or with electrical systems.
What you will learn
You'll wire circuits and install sockets and switches using industry-standard methods.
You'll apply health and safety practices for electrical work in buildings.
You'll learn the fundamentals of electricity, including circuits, voltage, and current.
You'll study installation techniques for buildings and structures.
You'll explore how electrical systems are designed and how energy-saving technology is used.
You'll understand why electrical safety regulations exist and how to follow them on site.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical workshop sessions and classroom-based theory. Assessment combines written tests covering electrical principles and safety knowledge with practical tasks that demonstrate your installation skills. You'll work with real tools and equipment throughout the course, applying techniques in a workshop environment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Broadstairs College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer: fitting wiring, sockets, and circuits in buildings.
Electrical improver: supporting qualified electricians on site.
Construction operative: entry-level site work with an electrical focus.
Maintenance electrician (trainee): assisting with building electrical upkeep.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment: the qualification electricians need to work toward full competency and a JIB Gold Card.
Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures): deepens technical knowledge and prepares you for advanced installation work.
Electrical Installation Apprenticeship (Level 3): combines paid on-site work with study toward a recognised trade qualification.
