Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Dover. Classes run at Dover Technical College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 43 weeks and covers the practical and theoretical skills needed to work in the electrical industry. You'll learn to wire circuits, install sockets and switches, test electrical systems, and apply safe working practices throughout. The free diploma electrical installations course for adults is open to those who are unemployed or on a low income. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you.
Who this course is for
Develop the confidence and skills needed to begin a career within in the electrical industry.
What you will learn
You'll wire circuits and connect electrical components correctly.
You'll install sockets, switches, and lighting systems.
You'll test and inspect electrical installations to industry standards.
You'll apply safe working practices and use protective equipment on site.
You'll read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical drawings.
You'll understand the regulations that govern electrical work in buildings.
You'll use professional tools and equipment used in the electrical trade.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of hands-on practical work in workshop sessions and classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate your skills directly, alongside written assignments and tests covering electrical theory and regulations. Your tutor will assess your progress throughout the course, and you'll build a portfolio of evidence as you work through each unit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Dover Technical College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer, fitting wiring and systems in buildings
Domestic electrician, working on homes and residential properties
Electrical maintenance operative, keeping systems safe and operational
Construction electrician, supporting electrical work on building sites
Electrical apprentice, combining work and further study toward full qualification
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. This is the qualification electricians need to work toward a JIB Gold Card and practise as a qualified electrician.
Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671). Covers the current wiring regulations and is widely required for electrical work in the UK.
Electrical apprenticeship. Combines paid work with structured training toward a recognised trade qualification.
