Free Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Chichester – Chichester College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Chichester. Classes run full-time during the day at Chichester College. The course takes one year to complete. You'll study the core knowledge and practical skills needed to work in electrical installation, covering wiring systems, electrical science, and industry regulations. This is a City and Guilds electrical installation qualification, and it's a recognised step toward the further training electricians need to work independently. You'll come away with a solid foundation in electrical work.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of electrical science, including circuits, current, and voltage.
  • You'll study wiring systems and how to install them safely.
  • You'll learn how to read and interpret electrical drawings and diagrams.
  • You'll understand the regulations that govern electrical installation work in the UK.
  • You'll develop practical skills in cable containment, terminations, and connections.
  • You'll learn how to test and inspect electrical installations.
  • You'll understand health and safety requirements for working with electricity.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on practical work at Chichester College. Assessment includes written tests to check your technical knowledge and practical assessments where you demonstrate installation skills. You'll be assessed against the City and Guilds Technical Certificate standards throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chichester College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer trainee. Work on domestic and commercial wiring under supervision.
  • Apprentice electrician. Combine on-site work with further study toward full qualification.
  • Electrical maintenance assistant. Support maintenance teams in commercial or industrial settings.
  • Construction site electrician's mate. Assist qualified electricians on building projects.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. This is the qualification electricians need to work toward a JIB Gold Card and operate independently. The Level 2 Technical Certificate is a recognised step toward it.
  • Level 3 Electrical Installation Apprenticeship. Combines on-site experience with the Level 3 NVQ, giving you the practical hours employers and the industry require.

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