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Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Birmingham – South & City College Birmingham Bordesley Green Campus – Daytime

CostContact the provider
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

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About this course

Level 2 Electrical Installation Course in Birmingham. Classes run at South and City College Birmingham Bordesley Green Campus, full-time over one year. Fees vary depending on your circumstances, so contact the college for details.

You'll learn how to install electrical wiring systems, inspect and test installations, and maintain a safe working environment. The course also covers how to communicate technical information to customers. This fast-track route means you can complete your electrical installation qualification a year sooner than the standard route. You need GCSEs at grade C (4) or above in maths and English to join.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Technical Certificate in Electrical Installation.

Who this course is for

You will learn the basics of how to install electrical wiring systems, inspect and test electrical installations, provide technical information to customers and how to maintain a safe working environment. This course is essential to those wishing to become electrical installation engineers.

As the fast track course is delivered in one year, you have the potential to achieve your qualification a year earlier than the standard route, making this the ideal route to get you into work or further study as soon as possible.

Entry requirements

You need GCSEs Grade C (4) or above in maths and English skills

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to install electrical wiring systems safely.
  • You'll learn how to inspect and test electrical installations.
  • You'll learn how to maintain a safe working environment on site.
  • You'll learn how to provide technical information to customers.
  • You'll develop knowledge of electrical regulations and standards.
  • You'll practise fault-finding and problem-solving on electrical systems.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom and practical workshop setting. Learning combines theory sessions with hands-on practical work. Assessment includes written tests and practical assessments that demonstrate your skills. You'll be assessed against the City and Guilds Technical Certificate criteria throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

South and City College Birmingham Bordesley Green Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrician's mate, assists qualified electricians on installation projects.
  • Electrical installer, carries out wiring and installation work under supervision.
  • Electrical installation engineer, a role this course is designed to lead toward with further training.
  • Maintenance electrician, supports electrical upkeep in commercial or industrial settings with additional experience.

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 wiring regulations and is expected by most employers.
  • Electrical Apprenticeship at Level 3, combines work-based training with further study.
Apply on sccb.ac.uk →Check if you're eligible
Apply now →Check if you're eligible

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