Free Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Birkenhead – Wirral Waters – Evening

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start15 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Birkenhead. Evening classes run at Wirral Waters, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. This is the City and Guilds 2365 diploma electrical installations qualification, covering the skills needed for work in commercial, industrial, and domestic settings. The course takes one year part-time. It is a strong foundation for employment and further training in electrical work, though it is a step toward the additional qualifications you will need to become a fully qualified electrician.

Who this course is for

Many adults can study this course for free. Check the 'Can I study for free?' section below to see if you're eligible. If you are 19+ and you are looking to train as a qualified electrician installing in Commercial, Industrial and domestic locations, the City & Guilds 2365 course could be for you. This qualification alone does not make candidates fully qualified electricians but allows candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in the Electrical Installation sector.

Entry requirements

You must be 19 or over on or before 31st August to study on this course. To study a Level 2 qualification, you will need either: A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3/D, including English and Maths (or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths) A relevant Level 1 qualification with GCSE English and Maths at grade 3/D or above (or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths) If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please conta

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills for installing electrical systems in buildings and structures.
  • You'll learn how to work safely with electrical equipment and follow industry regulations.
  • You'll study the principles of electrical science and how circuits work.
  • You'll practise wiring techniques used in domestic, commercial, and industrial settings.
  • You'll learn how to inspect and test electrical installations.
  • You'll understand how to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom and practical workshop setting at Wirral Waters. You will be assessed through a combination of written assignments, practical tasks, and end-of-unit assessments as set by City and Guilds. Your progress is measured against the requirements of the City and Guilds 2365 qualification throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wirral Waters will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer, working on domestic and commercial sites
  • Electrical labourer or improver, supporting qualified electricians on site
  • Maintenance electrician trainee, assisting with building maintenance
  • 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, the qualification electricians need to work toward a recognised industry card and full competency status.
  • Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671), covering the wiring regulations that employers and further training programmes expect you to know.
  • AM2 Assessment, the practical end-point assessment required for JIB Gold Card status as a qualified electrician.

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