Free Level 3 Electrotechnical Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You train on the job as an electrical installer, earning while you build the skills and knowledge needed to work in the electrotechnical sector. The course runs over 48 months and covers the installation of systems and equipment in buildings, structures, and the environment. GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above are desirable, though not always essential. This free electrotechnical course for adults is government funded for UK citizens.
Who this course is for
This electrotechnical apprenticeship is for those who want to work as an electrician, installing systems and equipment, in buildings, structures and the environment within the electrotechnical sector.
By completing this apprenticeship you will be able to develop the knowledge, skills and competency required for the electrotechnical sector.
On completion of this apprenticeship you will become a fully qualified electrical engineer gaining recognised qualifications in this sector.
Entry requirements
GCSE in English and maths at a grade 4/C or above are desirable.
What you will learn
You'll develop the knowledge and skills to install electrical systems and equipment in buildings and structures.
You'll learn how to work safely and in compliance with industry regulations and standards.
You'll understand the principles behind electrotechnical systems and how to apply them on site.
You'll develop the competency to diagnose and solve practical electrical problems.
You'll build the professional behaviours and values expected of a qualified electrical engineer.
How you will learn
You learn through your day-to-day work in an employer setting, supported by off-the-job training at the college. Assessment is ongoing and includes practical observation in the workplace, knowledge tests, and a portfolio of evidence built up over the 48-month programme. An end-point assessment confirms your competency before you complete the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Clifford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer: fitting wiring, circuits, and systems in buildings
Domestic electrician: electrical work in homes and residential properties
Commercial electrician: electrical installation in offices and retail premises
Industrial electrician: working on electrical systems in factories and plants
Maintenance electrician: inspecting and maintaining electrical systems
Electrical engineer: designing and overseeing electrical installations
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671): the wiring regulations qualification many employers expect alongside practical experience.
Level 4 Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering: for those moving into supervisory or technical engineering roles.
Inspection and Testing (2391) qualification: required to certify electrical installations, a common next step for qualified electricians.
