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Free Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Manchester – The Growth Company Education and Skills

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installations Course in Manchester. Classes run at Greater Manchester SkillCentre, Trafford Park, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. Over 34 weeks, you'll cover electrical installation, wiring circuits, health and safety, testing and inspection, fault finding, and the theory behind electrical systems. You'll need GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English, or Functional Skills Level 1 in both subjects, to apply. This is a strong starting point for a career as an electrical installer, and a natural step toward an apprenticeship.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations provides essential knowledge and hands-on experience to help you develop the skills required for a career in electrical installations within buildings and structures.

What is a Study Programmes? A Study Programme is a course designed for 16-18 year olds who want to progress onto an apprenticeship but don’t feel quite ready. A Study Programme will help you develop essential skills, gain industry-specific knowledge, and become more employable.

Entry requirements

To apply for this qualification, you must have achieved:

GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English, or Functional Skills Level 1 in maths and English

What you will learn

  • You'll install and maintain electrical systems in buildings, including wiring circuits, switches, and outlets.
  • You'll apply health and safety regulations to ensure safe working practices on site.
  • You'll work with electrical components including lighting circuits and distribution boards.
  • You'll test and inspect electrical systems to check they meet required safety standards.
  • You'll diagnose and repair faults in electrical circuits and installations.
  • You'll understand core electrical theory, including Ohm's Law, circuit design, and electrical calculations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on practical work. Assessment covers both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. You'll be assessed through assignments, practical tasks, and written tests throughout the course. Learning takes place full-time during the day at the centre.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Growth Company Education and Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer. Install wiring and electrical systems in buildings.
  • Electrician's mate. Support qualified electricians on domestic and commercial jobs.
  • Maintenance electrician. Keep electrical systems running safely in buildings.
  • Electrical apprentice. Combine on-site work with 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 independently and gain a JIB Gold Card.
  • Electrical Installation Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines paid work with study, leading to recognised trade status.
  • AM2 Assessment. The industry end-point assessment required before applying for an ECS Gold Card as a qualified electrician.
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