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Free Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Cramlington

CostFREE
Duration36 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Cramlington. Classes run at Northumberland Skills Construction, full-time during the day. This is a three-year programme covering the theory and practical skills needed to work in electrical installation across buildings and structures. You'll learn how to plan, install, and test electrical systems to industry standards. The course is a City and Guilds diploma electrical installations qualification, giving you a strong foundation for a career as an electrical installer.

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for young people aged 16–18 who are interested in developing a career in Electrical Installation as part of the wider construction industry. It is ideal for learners who enjoy practical, hands-on work and want to build technical skills in a structured environment. The programme is also well suited to those who are detail-oriented, enjoy problem-solving, and want to work in a skilled trade with strong long-term career prospects.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to install wiring systems and electrical circuits in buildings.
  • You'll develop skills in testing, inspecting, and commissioning electrical installations.
  • You'll study the regulations and safety standards that govern electrical work in the UK.
  • You'll learn how to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
  • You'll practise fault-finding and problem-solving on electrical systems.
  • You'll understand how to work safely with tools, equipment, and live systems.
  • You'll gain knowledge of earthing, bonding, and protection systems.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on practical sessions. Assessment includes written tests, practical assignments, and observations of your work. You'll be assessed on both your technical knowledge and your ability to carry out installations correctly and safely. The full-time daytime timetable means you build skills steadily across the three-year programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Northumberland Skills Construction will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer: fitting wiring and circuits in homes and commercial buildings.
  • Domestic electrician: carrying out electrical work in residential properties.
  • Maintenance electrician: keeping electrical systems running safely in buildings.
  • Electrical improver: working under a qualified electrician to build site experience.
  • Construction electrician: supporting electrical work on new-build construction sites.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment: the next step toward becoming a fully qualified electrician and gaining a JIB Gold Card.
  • Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671): covers the wiring regulations required for most electrical roles.
  • Electrical apprenticeship (Level 3): earn while you learn and work toward full qualification on the job.
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