Construction & Building Services
Overview
What will I learn?
This programme is for anyone who wishes to enter the electrical contracting business as an electrician. It is particularly suitable for school leavers. It will prepare entrants for the industry via the lead industry body, the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust. Please note entrants will not receive a SQA award. The objective is for students to find electrical apprenticeships
You'll learn about:
- Health and Safety
- Electrical Installation
- Cable Management and Wiring Systems
- Electrical Theory
- Numeracy
- Communication
- Working with Others
- Influences on Mental Health and Well-being
- Working for Yourself
What qualifications do I need?
- National 4 English
- National 4 Mathematics
- National 4 in Science or Technical subject
or
- Equivalent qualifications or experience
Interviews for this course will include a colour blindness test
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
