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Free Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Birmingham – Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus, full-time during the day. This City and Guilds level 2 diploma electrical installations qualification covers both electrical installation theory and hands-on practical skills. The course runs over one year. You'll need GCSE grade C/4 or above in Maths, English Language, and Science, or an equivalent. Entry is subject to a college assessment, interview, and satisfactory reference. This diploma electrical installations certificate prepares you for work as a domestic electrical installer.

Who this course is for

Prepares learners for work within the field of electrical installation. This full-time course is designed to offer an introduction to electrical installation theory as well as the opportunity to develop practical skills.

It is suitable for school leavers or people who are unemployed and wish to change career. The C&G 2365 is a technical certificate which will give you the underpinning knowledge required to develop a wide range of skills including installation, commissioning and maintenance

During the course you will study the following: - Unit 201: Health and Safety in Building Services Engineering

  • Unit 202: Principles of Electrical Science
  • Unit 203: Electrical Installations Technology
  • Unit 204: Installation of Wiring Systems and Enclosures
  • Unit 210: Understand How to Communicate with Others within Building Services Engineering

Entry requirements

GCSE grade C/4 or above in Maths, English Language and Science or an equivalent. A place on the course is subject to a successful interview, a college assessment and a satisfactory reference indicating that learners are punctual and reliable.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn health and safety principles relevant to electrical installation work.
  • You'll study electrical installation theory and technology.
  • You'll develop knowledge of electrical installation methods, procedures, and requirements.
  • You'll practise electrical installation craft skills in a hands-on setting.
  • You'll understand electrical science and principles.
  • You'll build the underpinning knowledge needed for installation, commissioning, and maintenance work.

How you will learn

The course combines theory sessions and practical workshops, delivered over two days per week from 9.00am to 4.30pm. Assessment is through external online examinations set by City and Guilds and internally marked assignments. You'll apply to the course by completing a full-time application form, which leads to an interview before a place is confirmed.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Domestic electrical installer. Fit and wire electrical systems in homes.
  • Electrical installation operative. Support installation work on building sites.
  • Maintenance electrician (trainee). Assist with fault-finding and upkeep of electrical systems.
  • Construction trades operative. Entry-level work in the building services sector.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures). The next step for those wanting to progress toward becoming a qualified electrician. This level 3 qualification builds on the underpinning knowledge from this course and is required for further development in the trade.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. A work-based qualification that, combined with the Level 3 Diploma, supports progression toward an Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) card and recognised electrician status.
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