Construction and The Built Environment
Level 1

Electrical Installation

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Classroom Vocational Programme
College 16+
Student type:
College 16+
Start Date:
September 3rd, 2026
Duration:
1 Year
Campus:
Crewe Campus, EP Campus

The Course

This Level 1 Diploma is ideal if you are interested in starting a career in the plumbing or electrical industry. You will develop basic knowledge and practical skills in electrical installation while learning more about what it is like to work within the industry.

Topics include:

  • Introduction to electrical installation
  • Basic electrical skills
  • Electrical tools and equipment
  • Working safely
  • Health and safety
  • Working in the industry
  • Communication skills
  • Practical trade skills
  • Preparing for further study

Throughout the course, you will gain hands-on experience and develop basic electrical installation skills using the College’s specialist facilities. You will learn how to use tools and equipment appropriately while developing an understanding of safe working practices.

You will also develop essential skills for working in the industry, including communication, teamwork and health and safety. These skills will help prepare you for further training and future employment within the electrical or plumbing sectors.

By the end of the course, you will have developed a foundation of practical skills and industry knowledge, preparing you to progress to a related Level 2 course at the College.

Individual Study Programmes will be discussed at interview to meet individual needs.
You could progress to a Level 2 Electrical Installation programme, or another related Level 2 course, at the College.
£1248

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

Find out more about funding

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Top-Up Degrees

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Campus:
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Start Date:
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Duration:
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Course Level:
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Campus:
Crewe Campus
Start Date:
September 3rd, 2026
Duration:
1 Year
Course Level:
Level 1
Campus:
EP Campus
Start Date:
September 3rd, 2026
Duration:
1 Year
Course Level:
Level 1

Upcoming Events

Crewe Campus
24th September

Pledge Careers Fair (Crewe)

10am to 6pm

The Course

This Level 1 Diploma is ideal if you are interested in starting a career in the plumbing or electrical industry. You will develop basic knowledge and practical skills in electrical installation while learning more about what it is like to work within the industry.

Topics include:

  • Introduction to electrical installation
  • Basic electrical skills
  • Electrical tools and equipment
  • Working safely
  • Health and safety
  • Working in the industry
  • Communication skills
  • Practical trade skills
  • Preparing for further study

Throughout the course, you will gain hands-on experience and develop basic electrical installation skills using the College’s specialist facilities. You will learn how to use tools and equipment appropriately while developing an understanding of safe working practices.

You will also develop essential skills for working in the industry, including communication, teamwork and health and safety. These skills will help prepare you for further training and future employment within the electrical or plumbing sectors.

By the end of the course, you will have developed a foundation of practical skills and industry knowledge, preparing you to progress to a related Level 2 course at the College.

This Level 1 Diploma is ideal if you are interested in starting a career in the plumbing or electrical industry. You will develop basic knowledge and practical skills in electrical installation while learning more about what it is like to work within the industry.Topics include: Introduction to electrical installation Basic electrical skills Electrical tools and equipment Working safely Health and safety Working in the industry Communication skills Practical trade skills Preparing for further study Throughout the course, you will gain hands-on experience and develop basic electrical installation skills using the College’s specialist facilities. You will learn how to use tools and equipment appropriately while developing an understanding of safe working practices.You will also develop essential skills for working in the industry, including communication, teamwork and health and safety. These skills will help prepare you for further training and future employment within the electrical or plumbing sectors.By the end of the course, you will have developed a foundation of practical skills and industry knowledge, preparing you to progress to a related Level 2 course at the College.
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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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