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Introduction to Electrical Course

Kickstart Your Journey into the Electrical Industry

Course Overview

The Introduction to Electrical Course is a hands-on, beginner-level training program created for individuals who want to explore the electrical trade. Designed to be accessible and practical, this 3-day course provides essential foundational skills and theoretical knowledge for working with domestic electrical installations.

Whether you’re considering a career as an electrician, want to enhance your trade skillset, or simply wish to understand household electrics, this course is the perfect starting point. You’ll gain confidence using tools, understanding circuit layouts, and safely working with electrics.

Who Is This Course For?

  • Absolute beginners with no electrical experience
  • Career changers exploring the electrical industry
  • Tradespeople (plumbers, builders, kitchen fitters) seeking basic electrical training
  • DIYers or landlords who want to carry out safe electrical tasks
  • Anyone preparing for more advanced electrician courses
Is this course right for me?
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Qualifications:
  • No Formal Qualification
Entry Requirement:
  • IET Electrician’s Guide to the Building Regulations
Price:
  • Course Fee: £619
Next Dates:
  • 16th June 2025
  • 28th July 2025
Study Options:
  • Theoretical Training
  • Practical Training:
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Course Content:

Units Covered by the Introductory Electrical Course:

 

Theory Electrical Course

  • Applicable Building Regulations
  • Electrical safety, legislation, regulations, standards & terminology.
  • Installation of a garden security light installing it with the use of SWA cable
  • Inspecting, testing and commissioning a domestic single-phase circuit.
  • Special locations and installations

Practical Electrical Course

  • Basics / Foundations
  • Basic lighting circuits
  • 2 way lighting circuits
  • 2 way lighting and intermediate circuits
  • Radial power circuits
  • (Cooker points and Shower circuits etc.)
  • Ring final circuits (sockets)
  • Earthing and bonding procedures
  • Selecting cable sizes and calculating load demands
  • Introduction to electrical regulations
  • Health & safety
  • Safe Isolation procedures
  • Electrical calculations

Study Options

  • Duration: Duration: 3 Days
  • In-person practical and theory-based sessions
  • All tools and training materials provided on-site
Theoretical Training:
  • Introduction to electrical safety, regulations, and standards
  • Basics of Part P Building Regulations
  • Electrical terminology and components
  • Design of lighting and power circuits
  • Inspection, testing, and commissioning principles
Practical Training:
  • Installing lighting and socket circuits
  • Wiring cookers, showers, and external lighting
  • Use of tools and materials
  • Cable sizing and safe isolation
  • Hands-on testing and fault-finding tasks

Next Available Dates

  • 16th June 2025
  • 28th July 2025

Please contact our team to check availability or request a custom training date.

Progression Opportunities:

Upon completing the course, you can:

  • Begin studying for your Level 2 Diploma
  • Start building your portfolio for the NVQ pathway
  • Gain the confidence to enter the electrical industry with a strong foundation

Enrolment and Fees:

  • Course Fee: £619

Other Course Details

Content:
  • No formal exams
  • Tutor-led practical assessments
  • Ongoing guidance and feedback
  • Certificate of completion awarded
  • This course prepares you for more formal assessments and qualifications.

Books

You will be expected to have your own copies of these books when attending our 2365 Electrotechnical Diploma Package. Please also see the equipment required for the course.

On Site Guide

IET – On-Site Guide (ISBN 978-1839532276)

Guidance Note 3 Book

IET – Guidance Note 3 – Inspection & Testing (ISBN 978-1839532368)

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IET – Requirements for Electrical Installations – Wiring Regulations (ISBN 978-1839532184)

Equipment

Sticky tabs, highlighters, and a scientific calculator.

unlock your potential: level 2 fundamental inspection & testing electrical course
online 18th edition wiring regulations course for electricians

Review

Khaled

Embarking on a new career path is never easy—but for Khaled, it was life-changing. After facing early challenges with electrical theory, he enrolled in the course at Learn Trade Skills. With the right guidance, support, and hands-on training, Khaled reignited his passion for the trade and gained the confidence and qualifications to progress in the industry.

FAQ

What is this course about?
This is a hands-on, entry-level course designed to introduce the fundamentals of domestic electrical work.
Beginners with no prior experience who want to explore a career in the electrical trade.
You’ll cover basic wiring, circuit layouts, safety principles, and use of tools in a workshop environment.
While it’s primarily practical, it often includes Part P and/or 18th Edition depending on the version offered.
Usually completed in 5–6 days full-time.
Yes, if bundled with 18th Edition or Part P, you’ll sit the relevant assessments.
No – all tools and learning materials are provided at the centre.
Yes, many students use this as a stepping stone to the full 2365 Diploma.
No – this is an introductory course meant to prepare you for further qualifications.
Full tutor-led guidance, with opportunities for questions and practical demos.

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