Electrical (Apprenticeship) | P00136-AA | Course

Entry Year

01/09/2025

Location

Millfield

Duration

4 Years (Full-Time)

Course Code

P00136-AA

Overview

Level 3Electrical (Apprenticeship)

Millfield

Full-Time

Further Education

Start Date: 01/09/2025

End Date: 24/06/2029

Overview

This qualification is designed for learners wishing to gain an apprenticeship within the Electrotechnical industry. You will gain the skills and knowledge to carry out job roles and responsibilities associated with the installation and maintenance of Electrotechnical systems. On successful completion learners will have achieved the industry desired level of competence required to carry out the specific roles.

Year 1: College 2 days per week and with employer 3 days
Year 2: College 1 day per week and with employer 4 days
Year 3&4: College 1 day per month, employed full-time

Apprentices are fully employed with an electrical employer from day one.

Apprentices receive no training allowance from the college but receive a wage from their employer.

Advice

Pre-Entry Advice

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Requirements

Applicants must:

Four GCSE passes (Grades C or above) to include English and Maths
Be able to work flexible working patterns
Be capable of working at heights and in confined spaces
Not have any colour vision defects (evidence will be required)
Be employed full-time from day one.

It is the responsibility of the apprentice to gain their own employer.

You will receive an offer based on the time and date of your application, attendance at pre-entry advice session and confirmation of employer.

Applicants who do not have confirmation of an employer will be placed on a waiting list, therefore it is advisable to secure an employer as soon as possible.

Applicants may be required to undertake a diagnostic test (IQ test). This may not be necessary if you have a suitable employer.

Non-native speakers must provide evidence of competency in English Language.

Assessment

A mixture of practical assessment and online exams.

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Careers

Electrician

The main duties of an electrician are installing, maintaining and repairing electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures. Diagnosing malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. Repair or replace wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand and power tools.