Apprenticeships

Installation Electrician / Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship Level 3

Duration Age Group Study Cost Available Locations
48 MONTHS APPRENTICESHIP FULL TIME Contact us Work based
Duration Age Group Study Cost Available Locations
48 MONTHS APPRENTICESHIP FULL TIME Contact us Work based

Overview

This apprenticeship may include:

  • Principles, practice and legislation applying to electrical systems
  • Installation of wiring systems and electro technical equipment in buildings
  • How to diagnose and correct electrical faults
  • Planning and maintenance of electrical systems

Applying

To apply for an Apprenticeship you will need to find employment in a related trade/industry before filling out our application form here

Apprenticeship Application Form


For more information contact our Workforce team

Call: 01702 221800

Email: apprenticeships@southessex.ac.uk


 

Entry Requirements

  • Employed in a trade/industry related to the apprenticeship.
    You will need to find employment in a related trade/industry before applying for the apprenticeship programme you wish to complete.
  • Grade A*-C/9-4 GCSE or a Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths

Course Structure

Induction (First six weeks)

  • Programme overview/unit selection
  • English and maths diagnostic – with Functional Skills support (where identified)
  • Health and Safety, Equality and Diversity, Prevent and British Values
  • Expectations and induction targets 
  • End-Point Assessment requirements

On-programme (Months 01 - 45)

  • Classroom day release delivery month 1-36
  • Work-based assessment only months 37-48
  • Completion of the Electrotechnical qualification
  • Development of an e-portfolio of evidence
  • Progress reviews every ten weeks
  • Work-based visits every four to six weeks
  • Functional Skills delivery and exams (where required)

Gateway (Months 45 - 48)

  • All skills, knowledge and behaviours achieved and evidenced
  • Confirm completion ElectroTechnical Qualification
  • Preparation for AM2
  • Gateway confirmation declaration

End-point assessment (1 day during final 4 months)

(carried out by an accredited third party provider):

  • AM2 Test

Certification (Final 4 - 6 weeks of programme)

  • City and Guilds Level 3 in Electro-technical Installation or Maintenance
  • Functional Skills English and maths
  • Apprenticeship with certification from the Institute of Apprenticeships
  • Membership to Professional Bodies if desired

Assessment & Feedback

Apprenticeship Standard

An Apprenticeship Standard programme is occupation focused and concentrates on the relevant knowledge, skills and behaviours required to complete the programme successfully.

What Next...

  • Registration as an Engineering Technician by the Engineering Council
  • Pursue higher level Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities within the industry
  • Progress to management