Construction & Building Services

Pre-Apprenticeship Electrical Installation

  • Campuses

    • Clydebank
    • Paisley
  • Course type

    Full time

  • Campuses

    • Clydebank
    • Paisley
  • Course type

    Full time

  • Start date

    Clydebank
    25 Aug 25

    Paisley
    25 Aug 25

Overview

What will I learn?

This programme is for candidates 17 years of age and above who wish to enter the electrical contracting business as an electrician.

It will prepare entrants for the industry via the lead industry body, the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust. Although the SECTT test will be part of the course, it would be an advantage if you have previously passed the SECTT aptitude test, which can be found here HERE.

You'll learn about:

  • Electrical Principles
  • Basic Electrical Systems and Protection
  • Introduction to Renewables
  • Basic Electrical Installation Skills
  • Maths for Engineering
  • Inspection and Testing
  • Information and Communication Technology
  • Teach and Prep for ECS card and SECTT test

What qualifications do I need?

Two National 5's or equivalent including English and either Maths* or Physics

*Applications of Maths not accepted

What can I do after?

Successful entrants are expected to pursue a career as an Apprentice Electrician. The programme is designed to prepare students for both Domestic and Industrial sectors.

SCQF 5

Programme Information

Start: August

End: January

Duration: 2.5 days per week for 18 weeks.

Additional Information

Please note international students are subject to higher fees for all non-commercial courses – visit our Fee Policy for further information

Study options

Campus Mode Start date Status Level
Clydebank Full time Aug 25 Open SCQF
Paisley Full time Aug 25 Open SCQF

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