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Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Hackney – New City College Hackney Campus – Full-time

Cost£1,248.00
Duration44 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, full-time during the day. This City and Guilds electrical installation qualification runs for 44 weeks. You'll cover the core knowledge and practical skills that underpin electrical installation work, from basic wiring principles to safe working practices. It's a solid starting point if you're heading toward a career as an electrical installer.

Who this course is for

16 to 18

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of electrical science and how electricity behaves in circuits.
  • You'll practise basic wiring techniques used in domestic and commercial installations.
  • You'll study health and safety regulations that apply to electrical work.
  • You'll develop skills in reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and drawings.
  • You'll learn how to use and care for hand tools and electrical testing equipment.
  • You'll understand the requirements of wiring regulations relevant to installation work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work in a workshop setting. Assessment includes written tests to check your knowledge and practical tasks where you demonstrate your skills. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you work through the course. Assessments are carried out at the centre throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer apprentice. Entry-level role on domestic or commercial sites.
  • Electrician's mate. Supporting qualified electricians on installation jobs.
  • Electrical maintenance assistant. Helping with upkeep of electrical systems.
  • Construction labourer (electrical). Site support work in the electrical trade.

What you could study next

Level 1 is a stepping stone in the electrical trade. You could move on to a Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation, which takes your practical skills further. After that, a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment is the qualification electricians need to work toward JIB Gold Card status and become a fully qualified electrician. Many learners also enter an electrical apprenticeship after completing Level 1.

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