Intensive Electrical Course (4 weeks)
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About the course This course is designed for mature career changers looking to enter the electrical industry. In just four weeks you can achieve four City & Guilds qualifications and gain the knowledge and skills required to be a domestic installer. It’s an ideal start on the road to becoming a fully qualified electrician. Why retrain with us?
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- Basic terminology and electrical principles
- Cable clipping and types of wiring systems
- Lighting circuits
- City & Guilds 2393-10
Week two
- Types of supplies, including 3-phase
- Earthing and bonding
- Special installations (bathrooms & kitchens)
- City & Guilds 2377-12
- EAL Certificate in Electrical Awareness
Week three
- City & Guilds 2382-10
- Introduction to testing
Week four
- City & Guilds 2392-10
- Heating systems
On-Site Work Experience
Delegates attending our intensive electrical course have the option of gaining on-site experience with a Clarkson Evans electrical team after completing the course.
Although unpaid, it will provide a genuine taste of things on site, allowing you to build contacts and learn the tricks of the trade. The experience available can be anything from one week to several weeks of ongoing work.
You will need to obtain an ECS site visitor card beforehand – we can arrange for you to sit the ECS health & safety test at our centre and help you complete the necessary paperwork.
To read more about delegates that have completed work experience click here or download the fact sheet to find out how you can take part.
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Duration 4 weeks Assessment
Books required > Code of practice for In-Service Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment
Pre-requisites This course is suitable for those who hold no formal qualifications. Ideally, candidates should have some practical skills. A basic knowledge of electrical installations would be advantageous.
ELCAS Approved We are approved to accept Enhanced Learning Credits. Click here for more information.
Next steps Those with suitable experience can register on a Part P Competent Person Self Certification scheme. This would enable you to self-certify your work without the involvement of the local authority Building Control Department. To progress towards becoming a fully qualified electrician you will need to gain significant on-the-job experience before completing further qualifications. |
Contacts for self-certification schemes NICEIC – 0870 0130382 www.niceic.com NAPIT – 0870 4441392 www.napit.org.uk ELECSA – 0845 6349043 www.elecsa.org.uk
Visit us to find out more Delegates interested in this course are welcome to visit our training centre for a tour of the facilities and an informal chat with a member of the lecturing team. Simply call us on 01452 858170 to book an appointment. |
Cost
£2250 +VATTo check availability and book online click the button below
This course is designed for anyone looking to start a new career in the electrical industry. With just four weeks of electrical training you can achieve four City & Guilds electrical qualifications and gain the knowledge and skills required to be an electrical domestic installer.
Here are some examples of the types of work you can carry out after completing our intensive electrical course:
- Installing a new consumer unit
- Installing a new ring main into an extension
- Fitting an electric shower
- Installing garden lighting or heaters
- Installing new lighting and sockets
- Carrying out portable appliance testing in various workplaces
- Inspecting, testing and certifying your own work in accordance with BS7671 and the Building Regulations
Frequently asked questions about our intensive electrical course:
Some providers tell me I’ll be an electrician after 4 weeks of training – is this true?
All intensive electrical courses of around 4 weeks’ duration should enable you to qualify as a domestic electrical installer. You can then register to self-certify your work under a Competent Person Scheme. To become a fully qualified electrician you will need to gain on-the-job experience and complete NVQ Level 3. Our advice is to beware of providers that say you can become an electrician in just four weeks.
Are there any hidden costs?
All our prices include exam fees, lunches and refreshments. We can provide books separately for delegates who wish to purchase them from us.
Must I do all my electrical training consecutively or can I split it up?
If it’s not convenient to commit to four consecutive weeks you can split the training up into one or two week blocks to suit you.
Will I need to supply my own tools?
No – we provide tools for you to use during the course.
How many people will be on the course?
Delegate numbers are kept to a small number – typically no more than 8 people for practical sessions. For the 17th Edition part of the course delegate numbers may increase to 16 as there is no practical element.
If you fail an examination do you have to do the whole course again?
If you aren’t successful at gaining your electrical qualifications first time we will offer a second go during the time you’re with us on the intensive electrical course. It’s not necessary to repeat the training but support will be given to point you in the right direction.
For a full list of course dates click here.