Who is it suitable for? For candidates who want to start their career in the electrical industry. Successful completion of the qualification will mean that candidates are at an ‘Improver/Electrician’s Mate’ level

What’s involved? This is a qualification that tests both practical and knowledge based skills in a realistic working environment.

The units that will be studied are:

• Health and safety in building services engineering
• Principles of electrical science
• Electrical installations technology
• Installation of wiring systems and enclosures
• Understand how to communicate with others within a building services engineering.

Where might it lead? When candidates have successfully completed this qualification they will be at an Improver/Electrician’s Mate level.

In order to fully qualify as an Electrician, candidates will need to fully meet the performance criteria as laid down in the National Occupational Standards put together by Summit Skills, the Sector Skills Council. This is covered in the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electro technical Technology.

Course duration Approximately 6 week’s full time equivalent. (Please speak with an advisor for current attendance options)

Delivery method Home study Classroom revision Workshop practical training

Assessment methods Online multiple choice tests, practical and written

assessments.

Entry requirements There are no formal entry requirements. Candidates must be aged 16 or over.

How much does it cost? £3000+VAT