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Overview
The course will give you the experience and recognised qualifications to pursue a career in electrical installation engineering. If you want to learn core installation practical skills as well as doing an academic qualification, then this programme is for you.
How you’ll learn
The course consists of 6 components. Four of these will
be online exams:
- Health & safety
- Electrical principles
- Installation technology
- Communication in the workplace
There are also 2 practical assessments:
- Health and safety
- Electrical installation
Coursework & practical assessments
Entry and progression
What you need and where it leads
- Entry requirements
- This course Level 1
- Further study
Entry requirements
You require both maths and English below Grade 4
Not sure you meet these? Talk to us and we will help you find the right starting point.
- Level 2 Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation At this college
- Level 2 Level 2 Certificate in Fabrication and welding At this college
- Level 2 Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations CG NVQ Certificate At this collegeAlso at Doncaster College
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At this college
Careers it can lead to
- Assemblers (Electrical and Electronic Products) £25,400 a year
- Routine Inspectors and Testers £34,100 a year
- Energy Plant Operatives £41,200 a year
- With further study or experience Electricians and Electrical Fitters £41,600 a year
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With further study or experience
- Electrical Service and Maintenance Mechanics and Repairers £38,400 a year
- Electrical and Electronics Technicians £31,000 a year
- Electrical and Electronic Trades £56,600 a year
- Skilled Metal, Electrical and Electronic Trades Supervisors £43,900 a year
- Metal Working Production and Maintenance Fitters £37,800 a year
Typical pay is the UK median for each job (Lightcast, October 2026).
Life on the course
See what it’s really like
Student Voice
“
One of the biggest highlights of studying at North Lindsey College was the course structure—it gave me the flexibility to keep my part-time job while learning. I really enjoyed both the practical and theory sessions, and the course has opened so many doors for my future.
For parents and carers
Supporting your child’s journey
A Friendly, Welcoming Place
Students are often surprised by how friendly and welcoming college is. It's a supportive community where they'll build genuine friendships and feel part of something.
About student lifeLearning Support
If your child has additional learning needs, our support team works with them from day one. Adjustments are put in place early so they can get the most out of their course.
About learning supportGCSE Support Built In
If your child needs to resit GCSE English or Maths, it's built into the timetable, not bolted on as an extra. They'll get structured support alongside their main course.
Learn moreQualifications That Count
These are nationally recognised qualifications with real academic weight. Your child will develop practical skills and knowledge that employers and universities genuinely value.
Your next step
Apply now, come and see us first, or ask us anything.
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Ask us about the course, entry requirements or funding.
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What happens after you apply
1
You apply
Apply online and you’ll get a confirmation email.
2
You meet your tutor
We’ll invite you to an interview to talk through the course and your plans, and make sure it’s right for you.
3
You get an offer
We’ll email you a conditional or unconditional offer.
4
You get ready to start
Come to a taster session in the summer, then enrol in August, bringing your results.