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Course Overview

Please Note: The deadline for the academic year of 2024/25 has passed. The next intake of students will be in September 2025.

 

To become a fully qualified Electrician, candidates are required to complete the full Electrical Diploma. For those who do not have access to an employer or wish to gain an initial grading in the Electrical trade at the Level 2. Full-time Diploma provides an excellent introduction to the work involved and enables the successful candidate to progress onto a Level 3 Apprenticeship.

You will need to demonstrate and in some cases be observed:

Working on a range of electrical installations including Domestic, Commercial and Industrial.

Working with a range of cable management systems and cables including singles, twin and earth, SWA, MI, Tray, Conduit and Trunking.

Satisfy the following skill areas:

  • Health & Safety on site
  • Fault Diagnoses and Correction
  • Managing Technical and Junctional Information
  • Preparing for and Installing Wiring Systems, Enclosures and Equipment
  • Connection of Wiring Systems and Equipment
  • Inspection, Test and Commissioning of Electrical Installations

You will also study English and Maths at GCSE..

You will require a minimum of English and Maths at Grades 9-4  (formerly A* to C)  and two additional GCSE's at Grades 9 - 3 (formerly A* to D) 

Gaining this qualification will improve your prospects of finding employment or Apprenticeship training in the electrical installation industry. In order to become fully qualified, further part-time study will be necessary.

You will need to continue your studies to become fully qualified.


A number of text books, stationery, scientific calculator and protective clothing.

Here at Bournemouth and Poole College we have a reputation for offering excellent skills training. Our lecturers are professionals in their chosen fields, with sound experience, knowledge and expertise.

Awarding Body:
EAL

Curriculum Area:
Construction - Building Services

Course Options

Start Date

Wed 3rd September 2025

Attendance

Full-time

Duration

1 Years

Location

Poole Campus

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