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Level 3 Electrical Installation Course in Leeds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. £3,345 for adults. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Luminate Education Group for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Electrical Installation Advanced Technical Diploma in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Printworks Campus, full-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, there's no course fee. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Learner Loan may be available. The electrical installation advanced technical diploma course takes one year to complete. You'll need GCSE grade 4 or above in Maths, English and Science, plus completion of a Level 2 qualification with a reference from your previous training provider and a successful entry assessment. This City and Guilds level 3 electrical installation advanced technical diploma qualification covers the occupational skills needed to work as an electrician in the building services industry.

Who this course is for

This qualification is for you if you are a 16+ year old learner, who wishes to work as an electrician in the building services industry. It has been designed to deliver a high level of occupational skills and provide a platform from which to progress through further learning or into employment. This vocational route at level 3 is a vital step towards becoming a competent electrician.

Entry requirements

GCSE Level 4 and above in Maths, English & Science as well as completion of level 2 with reference from previous training provider and successful completion of entry assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop high-level practical skills in electrical installation techniques used in the building services industry.
  • You'll learn how to plan, install, and test electrical systems safely.
  • You'll study the regulations and standards that govern electrical work in the UK.
  • You'll apply fault-finding and diagnostic skills to electrical circuits and systems.
  • You'll understand the principles of electrical science underpinning installation work.
  • You'll practise safe working methods and risk assessment relevant to electrical trades.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical hands-on work at Leeds City College Printworks Campus. Assessment combines written examinations, practical assessments, and coursework tasks that test both your technical knowledge and your ability to carry out electrical installation work to industry standards. You'll also complete an entry assessment before the course begins.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Printworks Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrician. Install and maintain electrical systems in homes and buildings.
  • Electrical installer. Carry out wiring and fitting work on new-build and refurbishment projects.
  • Domestic electrician. Specialise in residential electrical installation and testing.
  • Commercial electrician. Work on larger commercial and industrial electrical projects.
  • Electrical maintenance engineer. Inspect, test, and service electrical installations.
  • Electrical apprentice (advanced). Progress into a higher-level apprenticeship with a contractor.

What you could study next

After completing this level 3 electrical installation advanced technical diploma classes, you could work toward a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, which supports applications for an ECS Gold Card and is recognised for skilled electrician status. You might also consider a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering if you want to move into a supervisory or design role. Many electricians also go on to complete the AM2S assessment, a key step toward JIB Gold Card status.

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