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Whether you're new to the industry or looking to formalise your experience, these industry-recognised training routes guide you from a Diploma through to the NVQ, helping you complete your electrical training.
These courses are for qualified electricians looking to upskill with further electrical training and green technologies.
Choose how you want to learn with our flexible delivery options. Whether you prefer daytime sessions, evening courses around your schedule, live online webinars, or self-paced eLearning, we’ve got a format that works for you.
These courses provide electrical skills for those working under supervision, associated tradespersons and other specialist training
Apprenticeships are the industry’s preferred path for electrical training, offering hands-on experience alongside expert guidance. Apprenticeships in England and Wales are now open to all ages above 16, with funding available to support employers in developing talent at every stage of life.
If you’re thinking about becoming an electrician, there are several training routes available depending on your experience, qualifications and whether you’re already working in the electrical industry.
From electrical training and qualifications to apprenticeships and Experienced Worker routes, understanding your options can help you choose the right path towards becoming a qualified electrician.
At Trade Skills 4U, we specialise in electrical training and qualifications for people at different stages of their careers. If an apprenticeship is the right route for you, electrical apprenticeships are run by our sister company, Intertrain, with Trade Skills 4U supporting the delivery of electrical training.
An electrical apprenticeship is one recognised route into the industry, but it isn’t the only way to start your journey.
An apprenticeship combines employment with structured training and workplace experience. This can be a suitable option if you’re able to secure the right employment and want to earn while you learn.
If you’re interested in following the apprenticeship route, electrical apprenticeships are run by our sister company, Intertrain. Trade Skills 4U supports Intertrain with elements of the electrical training delivery.
If an apprenticeship isn’t suitable for your circumstances, there are other electrical training routes available through Trade Skills 4U.
There’s no single timescale for becoming an electrician.
How long it takes will depend on the route you choose, your previous qualifications and experience, how your training is structured and how quickly you’re able to gain the required workplace experience.
Some electrical qualifications can be completed relatively quickly, while the full journey to becoming qualified will involve technical learning, practical skills and evidence of workplace competence.
An apprenticeship follows a structured programme combining employment and training over a longer period. Apprenticeship programmes within our wider training group are managed and run by Intertrain, our sister company.
Be wary of claims suggesting that completing a short or intensive electrical course alone will make you a fully qualified electrician. Always understand the complete pathway required for your end goal before starting your training.
The qualifications you’ll need depend on the route you take.
For someone new to the industry, electrical installation qualifications can help build the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to progress.
At Trade Skills 4U, our Routes to Qualified Electrician include:
The important thing is to understand your complete training pathway before enrolling on a course. Completing an individual electrical qualification does not necessarily mean you are a fully qualified electrician.
An electrical apprenticeship is one recognised route into the industry, but it isn’t the only way to start your journey.
An apprenticeship combines employment with structured training and workplace experience. This can be a suitable option if you’re able to secure the right employment and want to earn while you learn.
If you’re interested in following the apprenticeship route, electrical apprenticeships are run by our sister company, Intertrain. Trade Skills 4U supports Intertrain with elements of the electrical training delivery.
If an apprenticeship isn’t suitable for your circumstances, there are other electrical training routes available through Trade Skills 4U.
Yes. You don’t necessarily need an apprenticeship to start electrical training.
This can be particularly relevant for adult learners and career changers who want to start developing their electrical knowledge and practical skills but don’t currently have an apprenticeship opportunity.
You could start by completing recognised electrical installation qualifications before progressing into the industry and gaining the workplace experience required for the next stage of your chosen pathway.
This route may be suitable if you’re:
Completing classroom or centre-based electrical qualifications does not, on its own, automatically make you a qualified electrician. You’ll still need to complete the appropriate workplace competence requirements and assessments for your chosen pathway.
There’s no single timescale for becoming an electrician.
How long it takes will depend on the route you choose, your previous qualifications and experience, how your training is structured and how quickly you’re able to gain the required workplace experience.
Some electrical qualifications can be completed relatively quickly, while the full journey to becoming qualified will involve technical learning, practical skills and evidence of workplace competence.
An apprenticeship follows a structured programme combining employment and training over a longer period. Apprenticeship programmes within our wider training group are managed and run by Intertrain, our sister company.
Be wary of claims suggesting that completing a short or intensive electrical course alone will make you a fully qualified electrician. Always understand the complete pathway required for your end goal before starting your training.
Trade Skills 4U specialises in electrical training, with options available for new entrants, career changers, experienced workers and qualified electricians looking to develop their skills.
If you’re considering an apprenticeship rather than a direct electrical training route, our sister company Intertrain runs the apprenticeship programme, with Trade Skills 4U supporting the electrical training delivery.
If you’re starting with little or no previous electrical experience, a Level 2 electrical installation qualification can provide a starting point for your training.
You can then progress through further electrical qualifications while developing the knowledge and practical skills needed for the industry.
A typical training journey may include:
Level 2 Electrical Installation → Level 3 Electrical Installation → Workplace Experience → Level 3 NVQ → Relevant Practical Assessment
The exact route will depend on your circumstances and career goals.
You don’t need to have started electrical training straight from school to enter the industry.
Many adults choose to retrain as electricians later in their careers.
Flexible training options can make it easier to fit electrical training around your existing work and personal commitments.
Before starting, it’s worth understanding the complete qualification pathway and how you intend to gain the workplace experience you’ll need later in your journey.
An electrical apprenticeship combines employment with structured learning and workplace experience.
This route may suit people who are employed in a suitable electrical role and want to complete their training alongside their job.
Electrical apprenticeships are run by our sister company, Intertrain. Trade Skills 4U works alongside Intertrain to support the delivery of the electrical training elements of the programme.
If you’ve decided that an apprenticeship is the right route for you, you can find full programme information, eligibility and next steps directly through Intertrain.
If you’re currently working in the electrical industry, you may already have some of the experience required to progress towards becoming qualified.
Depending on your qualifications and experience, your next step could include completing a Level 3 NVQ or another appropriate workplace-based qualification.
Our team can help you understand which training route may be suitable based on the qualifications and experience you already have.
If you’ve been working in the electrical industry for several years but don’t hold the recognised qualifications that reflect your experience, you may be eligible for an Experienced Worker Assessment.
We offer:
Eligibility criteria apply, so your experience should be assessed before you enrol.
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) provides cards for people working within the electrotechnical industry.
There are different ECS card types depending on your occupation, qualifications and experience.
The card you’re eligible for will therefore depend on the qualifications, competence and assessments you’ve completed.
An ECS card isn’t an electrical qualification itself, so it’s important to understand the requirements of the card you’re ultimately working towards when choosing your training route.
An ECS Gold Card is widely recognised within the electrotechnical industry and is available to people who meet the requirements for the relevant skilled occupation.
If becoming a qualified electrician and working towards an ECS Gold Card is your goal, make sure the electrical qualifications you choose form part of the appropriate pathway.
Completing a classroom-based Level 2 or Level 3 qualification alone doesn’t automatically make you eligible for an ECS Gold Card.
You’ll need to meet the relevant qualification, competence and assessment requirements for the occupation you’re working towards.
Already completed some electrical training?
You may not necessarily need to start again.
Previous electrical qualifications and experience may be taken into account when determining the most appropriate next step in your training.
If you’ve already completed electrical qualifications, your next step may be different from someone completely new to the industry.
Speak to our team about the qualifications and experience you already have before choosing your next course.
New to the industry or looking to retrain?
Build your electrical knowledge and practical skills through recognised Level 2 and Level 3 electrical installation qualifications.
Already working in the electrical industry?
Progress your workplace competence through a Level 3 electrical NVQ route.
Already have significant electrical industry experience?
An Experienced Worker Assessment could provide an appropriate route towards demonstrating your existing competence.
Want to understand how the apprenticeship route works?
Electrical apprenticeships are run by our sister company, Intertrain, with Trade Skills 4U supporting elements of the electrical training delivery.
If you’re ready to take the next step with an apprenticeship, visit Intertrain for full programme information.
New to the industry or looking to retrain?
Build your electrical knowledge and practical skills through recognised Level 2 and Level 3 electrical installation qualifications.
Already working in the electrical industry?
Progress your workplace competence through a Level 3 electrical NVQ route.
Already have significant electrical industry experience?
An Experienced Worker Assessment could provide an appropriate route towards demonstrating your existing competence.
Want to understand how the apprenticeship route works?
Electrical apprenticeships are run by our sister company, Intertrain, with Trade Skills 4U supporting elements of the electrical training delivery.
If you’re ready to take the next step with an apprenticeship, visit Intertrain for full programme information.
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Our central London electrical training centre is conveniently located between Farringdon and City Thameslink stations. We have recently finished an exciting renovation of our London training centre meaning we can now deliver green skills training from London alongside our electrical training courses.
Our Portsmouth electrical training centre is based at Unit 8-10 The Boardwalk, Port Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 4TP.
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Our Birmingham centre is located at Fairgate House, 205 Kings Road, Tyseley, Birmingham, West Midlands, B11 2AA. With excellent transport links via the M6, M42, and A45, getting here is simple whether you’re commuting by car or public transport.
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