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NQ Electrical Install Level 5 (January)

  • Start date:   January 2025
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 5
  • Course Type:   Short Full-time

NQ Electrical Install Level 5 (January)

Please be aware this course is now full. Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

This practical, hands-on course provides training in all aspects of electrical installations. 

On this course, you will learn how to safely install, test, connect, and maintain domestic electrical systems while preparing for a career as an electrician.

Working within the electrical workshops, using industry standard tools and equipment to carry out electrical project work you will develop the required skills for the next steps into industry. 

Start date – January 2025   

End date – June 2025

SCQF Level 5

Mode - Full Time 

Days: Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday 
Times: Monday & Tuesday 9am - 4pm and Wednesday 9am - 12pm 
Duration: 17 weeks

  • What the course includes

    • Principles of electrical science 
    • Electrical installations technology 
    • Electrical installations craft skills 
    • Health & Safety 
    • Introduction into Smart technology 
    • Renewable technology

Why choose this course?

This course allows you to gain essential skills and knowledge needed to start the journey to becoming an electrician.

With excellent staff support in modern workshops, you’ll get the attention needed to feel confident working with electrical systems and getting an understanding of what is involved within the job role, while getting prepared for the next step in that journey. 

What are the entry requirements?

National 4s with a preference for maths and science. 

  • Where will it lead?

    Progression will lead onto electrical engineering course SECTT pre-apprenticeship course or an apprenticeship. 

What are the interview arrangements?

The interview involves a practical skills test and a group interview. You will need to bring copies of your previous qualifications on the day. 

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