Electrical Installation City & Guilds Diploma Level 2

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Learner:School leaver (16-19)

Subject:Electrical

Course type:Full Time

Level:2

Duration:2 Academic years

About the course

Are you a recent school leaver interested in taking the first steps into the dynamic world of construction? This Level 2 course is a step towards becoming a competent and qualified electrician. Being an electrician in the construction industry requires a significant level of responsibility, as strict safety regulations must be adhered to. The course has been designed to deliver a high level of occupational skills and provides a platform from which to progress to further learning, an apprenticeship programme or into entry-level employment.

The qualification will give you understanding of the skills needed within the electro-technical sector. Mandatory aspects covered include health and safety in building services engineering, principles of electrical science, electrical installations technology, installation of wiring systems and enclosures, and understanding how to communicate with others within building services engineering.

What are the entry requirements?

C&G Electrical Installation Level 1 and GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above, or GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above if joining from Year 11

Where can I progress next?

Upon completion of this qualification, you can advance to the Level 3 Electro-technical City & Guilds 8202 Advanced Technical Diploma in Electrical Installations. Another pathway is through an Electrical Apprenticeship, studying the Level 3 Electro-technical City & Guilds 5357 qualification. Alternatively, you can pursue an Electrical Apprenticeship focused on studying the Level 3 Electro-Technical City & Guilds 5393 Domestic Electrician qualification.

Is this course free?

At South & City College Birmingham, we offer a wide range of courses for most age groups.

School Leavers: For learners who are between the ages of 16 to 18, studies will be free.

Adults: For learners who are aged 19 or over, the cost of study will depend on the course or programme that you choose. Some courses may even be free*. If the course is not free, students aged 19 at the start of their programme who wish to study need to either pay their course fees, or take out an Advanced Learning Loan.

*Eligibility criteria applies. There may be an exception for students aged 19 or over that are taking their first full Level 3 qualifications (equivalent to A Levels and Access to HE Diplomas), who could be supported by the Learner Support Fund, or free adult course funded by the WMCA. To find out what financial support is available to you or whether your course is free, call our friendly admissions team on 0121 694 5000 during office hours, or email us via: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk, we look forward to hearing from you.

Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters

Higher Education: If you are planning to undertake one of our Higher Education courses you can apply for a loan with Student Finance England, or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan with the college to support towards your course fees. Adults may be eligible for FREE tuition through the WMCA's free courses for jobs offer.

Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters

Enquire via our website today to chat to one of our Admissions team and make your right choice with South and City College Birmingham. Whatever your passion, we are here to help you land on your dream career path. Email: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk to find out what financial support is available. With various funds, loans and bursaries on offer, we may be able to help with travel expenses & childcare costs.

How will you learn?

Our centre has full-scale workshops, where you will be taught by qualified, experienced staff that have all had industry-based experience within their vocational areas. There is a mix of practical, tutorials and classroom work, however due to the nature of the construction industry, this is a hands-on course which is predominantly delivered in a practical format.

Mohammed, Electrical Installation

“ I went on a Spain trip to learn and develop a new set of skills abroad with the rest of my team. I was given this opportunity by Masood and Europe Connexion and my former teacher Adnan. I worked at a place called Teleplaca. I was learning about solar panels and renewable energy sources. The team were friendly and helped us understand the concept of work. We took daily Spanish lessons in Córdoba which helped us communicate with the locals and understand what they were saying. I give all the thanks to Europe Connexions for helping us and also big thanks to SCCB and Masood for giving me this opportunity.”

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