Take your electrical skills to the next level. This popular Level 2 diploma builds real, job-ready knowledge across electrical principles, installation technology and safe working, with hands-on practical assessments in the electrical workshops. It is the direct route towards becoming a qualified electrician, one of the most in-demand, well-paid skilled trades there is.
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This Level 2 builds the real, job-ready skills an electrician needs. You’ll cover electrical principles, installation technology, health and safety, and communication in the workplace, then prove it through practical assessments in the electrical workshops. There are six components in total, four assessed by online exam and two by hands-on practical assessment.
It is a genuine mix of theory and practical: you need to understand the science and standards, and you need to be able to wire and install for real. On completion you can progress to the Level 3, the T Level, or an electrical apprenticeship, and on towards qualifying as an electrician.
Written assignments, research projects, and case studies that let you explore topics in depth.
Hands-on tasks and practical demonstrations in realistic working environments.
Formal examinations to test your knowledge and understanding under timed conditions.
Electrical engineers undertake research and design, direct construction and manage the operation and maintenance of electrical equipment, power stations, building control systems and other electrical products and systems.
Electrical service and maintenance mechanics and repairers maintain, service and repair domestic appliances, office machinery and electricity plant machinery, appliances and wiring.
Job holders in this group perform a variety of electrical and electronic occupations.
Electrical and electronics technicians perform a variety of miscellaneous technical support functions to assist with the design, development, installation, operation and maintenance of electrical and electronic systems.
Electrical workshops with live wiring bays and your own workspace, led by tutors who've worked in the trade.
Electrical Workshops
Live wiring bays for real installation and practical assessment, with your own workspace.
Expert Tutors
Every session led by tutors who've worked as electricians and in the trade.
Routes to Level 3, T Level or Apprenticeship
Progress towards qualifying as an electrician.
Student Voice
I’ve developed plenty of practical skills on this course that have helped me at work, especially through hands-on assignments. It’s been a good experience so far, and I’m looking forward to progressing to Level 3 and continuing to succeed in my workplace.
If your child needs to resit GCSE English or Maths, it's built into the timetable — not bolted on as an extra. They'll get structured support alongside their main course.
About student supportThese qualifications lead to real jobs. Our courses are built around the skills that employers are actually hiring for — locally and nationally.
See career optionsThese are nationally recognised qualifications with real academic weight. Your child will develop practical skills and knowledge that employers and universities genuinely value.
See the full unit listLevel
Level 2
Duration
1 Year
Study Mode
Full-Time
Awarding Body
City & Guilds
Entry
Either Maths or English at Grade 4
Assessment
Coursework + Practical Assessment + Exams
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