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Level 2 in Electrical Installations

at Cambridge Regional College, Cambridge · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course will enable you to enter the electrical industry having gained in-depth skills and knowledge to prepare for an apprenticeship or work. A continuation of the pre-employment study programme following on from Year 1 in Electrical Installations course; enabling the learner to enhance previously learnt knowledge in preparation for an electrical apprenticeship. The course will enable the learner to explore: - Principles of electricity and understanding the science behind electricity and its distribution - Design and installation technologies employed within the electrical industry - Installation of wiring systems and enclosures of specifications involved with electrical installations to comply Health and safety is of paramount importance in all areas of the construction industry, and this will be reinforced throughout the course. Vocational core skills of English and Maths will be embedding in the programme along with specialist delivery to enable learners to reach GCSE grade C or equivalent standards to meet industry requirements. On successfully completed this qualification you will be at an Improver/Electricians Mate level. In order to fully qualify as an electrician you will need to complete competence units to fully meet the performance criteria as laid down in the National Occupational Standards put together by Summit Skills and the Sector Skills Council. Skills you can gain include: - Develop independent study skills, a good work ethos through work experience and

What you need to get on

To access this course you will need to have successfully completed Level 1 Electrical Installations and hold a grade 4 in Maths.

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

  • Huntingdon Campus

    California Road, Huntingdon, PE29 1BL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Huntingdon

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