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EKC Ashford College - Open Day
May 13, 2026
4.00pm to 7pm
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- Award in Employability Skills
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) (16-19)
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) (16-19)
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) (16-19)
- Level 2 Art and Design
- Level 2 Business
- Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy
- Level 2 Diploma in Creative Computing
- Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production
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C&G L3 Diploma Electrical Installations
EKC Ashford College
Elwick Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1NN
Available start dates
Available start dates
Application Instructions
Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025
Applications Close - Open all year
How to Apply - Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide.
PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment
If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Ashford College
Application Limits - You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:
- EKC Ashford College
- EKC Broadstairs College*
- EKC Canterbury College*
- EKC Dover College
- EKC Folkestone College*
- EKC Sheppey College
*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.
Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.
Course Summary
Develop the training and skills needed to become a qualified electrician.
Course Details
You will learn the enhanced skills needed to progress into the electrical field. Our course will equip you with the core units needed when entering employment.
Topics you will cover include:
- Prinicpals of electro-technology
- Environmental technology
- Advanced principles of electrical science
- Inspection, testing and commissioning
- Fault diagnosis and rectification
- Electrical system design
- Carrier awareness in building services engineering
- BS7671 17th edition Wiring Regulations (optional additional unit)
Throughout the course you will learn a wide variety of skills and techniques in our well-equipped workshops. And you will have the opportunity to take part in national skills competitions and work on community projects.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Students are assessed by a synoptic exam and practical assignment.
Entry requirements
Your next steps...
In order to work as a qualified electrician you will need to progress onto a Level 3 Electrical Apprenticeship after completion of this course.
For more courses like this, check our courses page.