Construction and The Built Environment
Level 3

Electrical Installation

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

The Course

If you are interested in becoming an electrician, this course will help you develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to take your next steps in the electrical industry. You will combine classroom learning with practical workshop activities, giving you the opportunity to put electrical theory into practice.

Topics include:

  • Electrotechnical knowledge
  • Electrical science
  • Electrical installation
  • Practical electrical skills
  • Applying theory in the workshop
  • Electrical tools and equipment
  • Safe working practices
  • Industry knowledge
  • Developing practical trade skills
  • Preparing for a career in the electrical industry

Throughout the course, you will develop your understanding of electrical science and electrotechnical principles while learning how this knowledge is applied to practical tasks. Workshop activities will give you hands-on experience and help you build your confidence when working with electrical tools, equipment and installations.

You will also develop an understanding of the electrical industry and the different career opportunities available. Qualified electricians can work for a wide range of organisations or become self-employed, providing opportunities to work across domestic, commercial and other electrical environments.

By the end of the course, you will have developed your electrical knowledge and practical abilities, providing a strong foundation for further training, an apprenticeship or progression towards a career as a qualified electrician.

You will need a grade 4/C in both GCSE maths and English and two other GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above. You will also need to have previously completed the Level 2 qualification.
You could progress on to an apprenticeship in electrical installation or a foundation degree in electrical/electronic engineering.
£3345

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.

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

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The Course

If you are interested in becoming an electrician, this course will help you develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to take your next steps in the electrical industry. You will combine classroom learning with practical workshop activities, giving you the opportunity to put electrical theory into practice.

Topics include:

  • Electrotechnical knowledge
  • Electrical science
  • Electrical installation
  • Practical electrical skills
  • Applying theory in the workshop
  • Electrical tools and equipment
  • Safe working practices
  • Industry knowledge
  • Developing practical trade skills
  • Preparing for a career in the electrical industry

Throughout the course, you will develop your understanding of electrical science and electrotechnical principles while learning how this knowledge is applied to practical tasks. Workshop activities will give you hands-on experience and help you build your confidence when working with electrical tools, equipment and installations.

You will also develop an understanding of the electrical industry and the different career opportunities available. Qualified electricians can work for a wide range of organisations or become self-employed, providing opportunities to work across domestic, commercial and other electrical environments.

By the end of the course, you will have developed your electrical knowledge and practical abilities, providing a strong foundation for further training, an apprenticeship or progression towards a career as a qualified electrician.

If you are interested in becoming an electrician, this course will help you develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to take your next steps in the electrical industry. You will combine classroom learning with practical workshop activities, giving you the opportunity to put electrical theory into practice.Topics include: Electrotechnical knowledge Electrical science Electrical installation Practical electrical skills Applying theory in the workshop Electrical tools and equipment Safe working practices Industry knowledge Developing practical trade skills Preparing for a career in the electrical industry Throughout the course, you will develop your understanding of electrical science and electrotechnical principles while learning how this knowledge is applied to practical tasks. Workshop activities will give you hands-on experience and help you build your confidence when working with electrical tools, equipment and installations.You will also develop an understanding of the electrical industry and the different career opportunities available. Qualified electricians can work for a wide range of organisations or become self-employed, providing opportunities to work across domestic, commercial and other electrical environments.By the end of the course, you will have developed your electrical knowledge and practical abilities, providing a strong foundation for further training, an apprenticeship or progression towards a career as a qualified electrician.
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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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