Domestic Installer Course
One of our most popular electrician courses, this domestic installer course is designed for those who are looking to get started as a domestic electrician, whether you have little or no experience or are an associate tradesperson. If you are looking to get qualified quickly and start carrying out domestic electrical work straight after finishing your training then this is the right course for you. This domestic installer course contains a combination of in person training and online learning, allowing more flexibility for those looking to fit the course around work and other commitments.
This course is the first stage in becoming a fully qualified electrician. During this course you will cover elements that will ultimately help you to achieve your Level 3 NVQ 2357 if you decide to progress further.
Please note that the online only elements of this course, Part P and 18th Edition, can be completed in centre if needed. If you would like to know more about this please call us on 01444 872145 .
City & Guilds 2393-10 Level 3 Certificate in the Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings
City & Guilds 2382-22 Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018
City & Guilds 2392-10 Level 2 Certificate in Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification
There are no qualification entry requirements for our domestic installer course, however you will need to be 18 or over to attend this electrical training course.
Hassocks, East Sussex (accommodation packages available)
Combination of in centre, practical training and online learning
Domestic Installer Course Overview
Choose your in centre training date
When booking you have the choice to pay for the course in full or reserve your space by paying a deposit. The balance is due 21 days before your in centre training date
Why choose EC4U for your Domestic Installer Course?
– Excellent pass rates – average 90% +
– Competitive price with no hidden fees
– State of the art training facility
– We provide all the necessary tools and materials for you
– Small, professional and friendly classes – more focused learning
– Quality training
– Unique after course support including our technical help phone line
Course Duration
This domestic installer course consists of four separate courses and will last 8.5 days in-centre with approximately 5 days of online learning.
Electrical Course for Beginners will run Monday – Thursday 8:15 AM – 4:45 PM, and Level 2 Inspection & Testing will run Monday – Thursday 8:15 AM – 4:45 PM, with your assessments taking place on Friday 8:15 AM – 1:00 PM.
The online learning element of the course can be completed in your own time, at your own pace.
Please take a look at our course FAQ’S for further course information.
The exams
During this domestic electrical installer course you will take 3 multiple choice on-line exams and one practical assessment. They are as follows:
Inspection and testing course – 2 exams
1. Online multiple choice exam consisting of 50 questions which you have 1 Hour and 40 minutes to complete.
2. A practical assessment where you will have to demonstrate that you know how to safely isolate a consumer unit, perform all the live and dead tests and fill in all the necessary paperwork to comply with Part P of the Building Regulations. You will have 2 Hours to complete this assessment.
Part P Course – 1 exam
Online multiple choice exam consisting of 20 questions which you have 40 minutes to complete. (Open book exam)
18th edition course – 1 exam
Online multiple choice exam consisting of 60 questions which you have 2 hours to complete. (Open book exam)
The Part P and 18th Edition exam will be sat using City & Guilds remote invigilation service, meaning you can sit the exam at home and you do not need to travel to our training centre.
Please note the exam times are typically 08.30, 11.30 and 16.30, Monday – Friday.
Course literature
The following publications are to be purchased by all customers wishing to take part on the Domestic Installer Course. These books are ONLY for sale to customers who have booked a course with us. Books will not be posted out and will be available on the first day of your course.
FAQs
Why should I choose EC4U?
At Electrician Courses 4U we offer real quality, realistically priced training with unique practical facilities to give you a training centre like no other. Our training team have years of industry and training experience behind them and are always willing to go the extra mile.
Why are your courses so cheap?
The simple answer is we are not cheap and there is no catch, some of our competitors are simply over pricing and uncompetitive! We manage all of our business costs with close scrutiny so that we can keep all of our overheads as low as possible and not pass any additional costs on to our customers. This in turn allows us to be competitive and realistic with our course prices.
What electrical work can I do after this course?
This course will allow you to carry out domestic electrical work after successful completion of the domestic installer course. You will be able to carry out any form of minor works such as adding to or altering an existing circuit. You will also be suitably qualified to carry out what is called notifiable work which can include the installation of a new circuit, a re-wire or work in a bathroom. The difference with notifiable work is that building control have to be informed.
Can I split the course up?
Yes, you can. Each of the course modules can be booked as a standalone course using the drop down menu at the top of the page. We would suggest keeping the courses in the order you find them in the Domestic Electrician Installation Course.
Can I make the payment in instalments?
If you wanted to break the payments up into more manageable chunks, consider our pay as you train option. You can purchase the online material for £390, and then put down a deposit of £450 to secure your in centre training dates. The balance for your in centre training will then be due 21 days before your training starts.
What are my next steps?
After completing your domestic installer course there’s nothing to stop you going out and carrying out electrical work straight away. If you wanted to expand your knowledge and skills, you could consider our Level 3 Inspection and Testing Package. This will teach you how to test three phase circuits that tend to be found in commercial environments as well as how to carry out periodic inspection and testing. If you are considering joining a Part P scheme provider in the future, find out more about becoming a qualified electrician.
Do I have to join a registration Scheme like the NICEIC after the course?
Absolutely not. You will be able to undertake non-notifiable and notifiable work, as long as building control are informed.
How do I gain experience?
You can gain experience in a number of ways. Working with an existing electrician is one possible route, carrying out only minor works until you start to gain more confidence is another. It’s worth remembering that you don’t need to be a member of a part p scheme to notify work, you can always go through building control if necessary. If it’s a question of feeling nervous working in customers’ homes, starting with work for family or friends is another possibility. After completing your course you will also be invited to join our EC4U alumni, a supportive network of other electricians who have trained at EC4U. You can use this forum to seek advice, ask questions and find fellow electricians who may be able to offer you experience.
Will you help me after the course?
Uniquely, we offer a closed forum to all of our customers which can be used to provide opportunities for networking for those that want to gain some experience as well as technical advice if the need arises. Every member of the forum will have gone through the same steps you will have undertaken leading to a very responsive and helpful community. We also offer a dedicated technical help line, meaning if you struggle with a solution to any issues you may be having during a job one of our experienced instructors will be able to offer advice and guidance. Read more about our after course support.
Do I need a Gold Card to become an electrician?
No, absolutely not. Gold Card is just one route you can take when becoming an electrician. If you are considering applying for a Gold Card in the future, find out more about becoming a qualified electrician.
Do I need to do any prior learning before this Domestic Installer Course?
Once you have booked our Domestic Installer Course, we will send you a starter pack via email, which will explain which parts of the online course to read through before attending your in centre training.
Our four stage process
We have designed a route to help you become a qualified electrician in the most straightforward and flexible way possible. By starting with our Domestic Electrician Course you will be taught all the necessary skills and knowledge to start working as a domestic installer straight away, allowing you to immediately start building your experience whilst earning money. Many of the skills learnt during the first stage will not only be needed when starting out to become an electrician, but also necessary to transfer into the next stages and qualifications.
When you are ready, you will then complete the Level 2 2365 diploma, followed by the C&G 2365 Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations. Both of these qualifications then allow you to transfer the units achieved into the the NVQ qualification, essentially completing all the theory units of the NVQ, leaving you with just the evidence portfolio to build and complete.
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