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Level 1 Electrical Installation

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course is now full at Castleford for September 2026 enrolment. Please see our wide range of alternative course options within Construction and other subject areas, which still have places available. If you wish to be added to a waiting list for this specific course, please select ‘request information’ to make an enquiry, however there will be no guarantee of a place becoming available, so we encourage you to continue looking at other options. For further information, contact course information on courseinfo@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk or call 01924 789111. Electricians work on both construction and maintenance schemes. On Construction schemes, Electricians follow architects plans to install new electrical equipment to domestic, commercial, and industrial developments. On maintenance schemes, Electricians fix and upgrade existing electrical systems and repair equipment in both domestic and business property. This can include, installing/ re wiring lighting or power circuits; installing new consumer units installing new sockets and lights. Electricians are currently a highly paid trade in Construction, with an average salary for a qualified electrician being 30, 800. Many qualified electricians become self-employed, working at hourly rates 20 to 50 per hour. A self-employed electrician can expect an average salary near to 40,000 per year. This is an ideal course for those who are looking to learn on a full-time basis and have identified that they want to enter the construction/

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 9-3. All learners will be required to complete a BKSB assessment.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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

  • Castleford College

    Thunderhead Ridge, Castleford, WF10 4UA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 30 September 2026 · Castleford

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