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Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Lancaster

CostYou will require steel toe cap footwear and overalls (these can be cargo pants with knee protectors). A textbook will be required usually £25, ISBN will be provided on induction. You will also need suitable stationary.
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Lancaster. Classes run full-time at Lancaster and Morecambe College, five days a week during the day. The course runs for one year. You'll study the skills and knowledge needed to work in the construction industries, with a focus on electrical installation. Careers learning, employability skills, and employer encounters are built into the programme. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course includes maths and English support and work experience where applicable. You'll need three GCSEs at grade G/1 or above, including Maths and English at grade F/2 or above.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for 16-18 year old and adult learners the course will include a substantial amount of careers related learning designed to support progression to the suitable next step, this could include educational trips, employability skills and employer encounters such as guest speakers. For 16-18 year old will be delivered as a study programme which includes math and English where applicable and work experience.

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs at grade G/1 or higher PLUS grade F/2 or higher in Maths and English. Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills relevant to electrical installation work in the construction industries.
  • You'll learn about health and safety practices on construction sites.
  • You'll build knowledge of the tools, materials, and techniques used in electrical installation.
  • You'll develop employability skills through employer encounters and careers-related activities.
  • You'll gain experience of the workplace through work experience placements (16 to 18 year olds).

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Lancaster and Morecambe College. Teaching includes practical and theory work. The programme also includes educational trips, guest speakers from industry, and employability activities. Assessment methods follow the Ascentis specification for this Certificate. The centre will confirm the specific assessment requirements before you start.

What you will need to bring

You'll need steel toe cap footwear and overalls (cargo pants with knee protectors are suitable). A textbook is required, usually around £25. The ISBN will be given to you at induction. You'll also need basic stationery including a pen, pencil, ruler, and notebook.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer trainee. Entry-level role on construction sites.
  • Construction operative. General site work while building electrical skills.
  • Electrical labourer. Supporting qualified electricians on site.
  • Maintenance assistant. Basic electrical and building maintenance tasks.

What you could study next

This level 1 electrical installation qualification is a stepping stone toward further study. A Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) is the natural next step and builds the technical knowledge employers look for. From there, a Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Technology is the qualification electricians need to work toward JIB Gold Card status. An Electrical Installation Apprenticeship at Level 3 is another strong route, combining paid work with structured training.

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