Anne Colgan
The course is great fun - whether it’s for a career or just to enjoy. Most people are nervous when you meet a bunch of new people, but everyone was there to learn and have fun!
Entry Requirements
English and Maths GCSE's grades 4/C or above or equivalent. Individual employers may have their own higher entry requirements.
Details
On an apprenticeship programme, you will learn and develop a range of knowledge, skills and behaviours. These include:
- Understand and apply the principles, practices and legislation for the termination and connection of conductors, cables and cords in electrical systems
- Understand and apply the principles of planning and selection for the installation of electrotechnical equipment and systems in buildings, structures and the environment
- Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment
- Apply Health, Safety and Environmental Considerations
- Apply Design and Installation Practices and Procedures
- Apply Maintenance Practices and Procedures
- Team working
- Adaptability
- Takes repsonsibility
End Point Assessment:
Apprentices without Level 2 English and Maths will need to achieve this prior to taking the end-point assessment. The apprentice must complete all elements of the on programme learning to achieve the assessment gateway requirements. The EPA consists of 1 assessment method:
- AM2
Work Experience
As part of the apprenticeship there is a dedicated off the job learning requirement. This is a minimum of 6 hours per week for the duration of the apprenticeship. This could include:
Role Development:
- Observing colleagues
- Receiving mentoring
- Shadowing
- Training
Programme Development:
- Teaching or learning the theory related to their roles
- Coursework
Progression
On completion of this standard, apprentices can progress into a wide range of employment opportunities or further education.
Typical Job Roles: Installation Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrician
