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Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Huntingdon

CostFee:1521.00 Concession: 234.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyEAL awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Huntingdon. Classes run at Cambridge Regional College Huntingdon Campus, full-time during the day, over one year. To join, you'll need to have completed a Level 1 Electrical Installations course and hold a grade 4 in Maths. The course builds on that foundation, taking your electrical installation knowledge further and preparing you for an electrical apprenticeship or entry-level work in the industry. You'll explore the principles of electricity, the science behind it, and the practical skills employers expect.

Who this course is for

This course will enable you to enter the electrical industry having gained in-depth skills and knowledge to prepare for an apprenticeship or work. A continuation of the pre-employment study programme following on from Year 1 in Electrical Installations course; enabling the learner to enhance previously learnt knowledge in preparation for an electrical apprenticeship. The course will enable the learner to explore:

  • Principles of electricity and understanding the science behind electricity and its distribution
  • Design and installation technologies employed within the electrical industry
  • Installation of wiring systems and enclosures of specifications involved with electrical installations to comply

Health and safety is of paramount importance in all areas of the construction industry, and this will be reinforced throughout the course. Vocational core skills of English and Maths will be embedding in the programme along with specialist delivery to enable learners to reach GCSE grade C or equivalent standards to meet industry requirements.

On successfully completed this qualification you will be at an Improver/Electricians Mate level. In order to fully qualify as an electrician you will need to complete competence units to fully meet the performance criteria as laid down in the National Occupational Standards put together by Summit Skills and the Sector Skills Council.

Skills you can gain include:

  • Develop independent study skills, a good work ethos through work experience and gaining confidence in one's own ability to present yourself well, becoming self-employed.
  • Discover entrepreneurial skills to develop own talent to succeed.
  • The presentation of professional documents.
  • C V Writing & Successful Interview techniques.
  • The importance of customer service.
  • Maths and English skills needed in day to day life.
  • Team working to complete projects.

Entry requirements

To access this course you will need to have successfully completed Level 1 Electrical Installations and hold a grade 4 in Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your understanding of the principles of electricity and the science behind it.
  • You'll build practical electrical installation skills to industry standard.
  • You'll learn how to work safely with electrical systems and equipment.
  • You'll study wiring regulations and how they apply on the job.
  • You'll gain the knowledge needed to support an electrical apprenticeship application.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom and practical workshop setting at the Huntingdon Campus. Learning combines theory sessions with hands-on practical work. Assessment is through a mix of practical tasks and written or knowledge-based tests, in line with the Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation requirements.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cambridge Regional College Huntingdon Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer apprentice. Entry-level role working under a qualified electrician.
  • Electrical labourer. Supporting electrical installation work on site.
  • Electrical maintenance assistant. Helping maintain electrical systems in buildings.
  • Domestic installer trainee. Working toward installing wiring and fittings in homes.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The qualification electricians need to work toward a JIB Gold Card and full trade recognition.
  • Electrical Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines work-based training with study, leading to a recognised trade qualification.
  • Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671). The wiring regulations exam required for most electrical roles.
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