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Electrical Installation (8202-20) Level 2

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

This qualification is for you if you wish to build a career as an electrician in the building services industry. It has been designed to deliver a high level of occupational skills and to progress you further onto our Level 3 apprenticeship programme and employment. The qualification is a step towards becoming a competent electrician and will help you gain an understanding of the skills required within the electrotechnical sector.Not only will this course teach you the basic skills and knowledge of Electrical Installation, but you will also develop excellent professional skills during your studies, equipping you for life in the workplace. The importance of resilience and increasing confidence to work independently is strongly developed in this Level 2 programme.

What you need to get on

Four GCSEs, including Maths Grade 5, English Grade 4 and Science Grade 4, or successful completion of our Level 1 provision. It is expected that the applicant will have a genuine interest in the industry and each applicant will be required to attend an interview to ascertain his/her suitability for the course as well as undertake and pass a short aptitude test.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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