Electrician Courses in Leicester
Our Nottingham training centre is just 35-45 minutes via M1 from Leicester — the closest City & Guilds accredited electrical training centre.
Why Leicester Students Choose Total Skills
Leicester residents have excellent access to our Nottingham training centre, with a quick 30-minute train ride or 40-minute drive via the M1. As one of the largest cities in the East Midlands, Leicester has strong demand for qualified electricians — and our fast-track courses can get you qualified in 18-24 months.
Courses Available for Leicester Students
All courses taught at our Nottingham training centre with expert City & Guilds approved tutors.
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382)
From £400
Inspection & Testing (2391)
From £1100
Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation
From £1900
Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation
From £2650
Level 2 & 3 Diploma Package
From £4650
EV Charging Installation (2921)
From £400
Solar PV & Battery Storage
From £1000
5357 Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification
From £2200
Getting Here from Leicester
By Car
35-45 minutes via M1 drive
From Leicester, take the M1 northbound to Junction 26, then follow the A610 towards Arnold. The total journey takes approximately 35-45 minutes depending on traffic. Our training centre is at Office J, Arnold Business Centre, Brookfield Road, Arnold, Nottingham NG5 7ER.
Free on-site parking for all students.
By Train
30 minutes from Leicester station to Nottingham station (direct East Midlands Railway)
Leicester to Nottingham is served by frequent East Midlands Railway services, taking approximately 30 minutes direct. From Nottingham station, our centre is easily accessible by bus or taxi.
The Electrical Trade in Leicester
Leicester is one of the largest cities in the East Midlands, with a diverse economy spanning manufacturing, food production and logistics — the Golden Triangle distribution corridor sits on the county's doorstep. The city's two universities, major hospitals and growing residential developments keep commercial and domestic electricians busy, while retrofits of Leicester's substantial Victorian and 1930s housing stock sustain steady rewire, consumer unit and EICR work. With the shift towards sustainability, specialisms like EV charging and solar PV installation are increasingly valuable across Leicester and Leicestershire.
Leicester's large estates employers — University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, the two universities and long-established manufacturers such as Everards — run continuous electrical maintenance and upgrade programmes. The Golden Triangle logistics corridor through Leicestershire generates ongoing warehouse fit-out, commercial wiring and EV fleet-charging work, and new housing around the city edge keeps domestic installation demand strong. With a 30-minute direct train or 40-minute drive to our Arnold centre, Leicester learners are among the best-connected of any city we serve.
Regional electrician salary
£39,039median
UK national median (SOC 5241) · ONS ASHE 2025
Employers hiring electricians near Leicester
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
- University of Leicester
- De Montfort University
- Everards Brewery
- Next (Enderby)
Frequently Asked Questions — Leicester
How far is Leicester from your training centre?
Our Nottingham training centre is 28 miles from Leicester city centre — approximately 35-45 minutes by car via the M1, or just 30 minutes by direct train on East Midlands Railway.
Is there parking available?
Yes. We provide free on-site parking at our Arnold training centre. All students can park for free on course days without any restrictions.
Can I travel by public transport from Leicester?
Yes. Leicester to Nottingham is well served by East Midlands Railway with frequent direct services taking just 30 minutes. From Nottingham station, our centre is accessible by bus or a short taxi ride.
How long are the courses?
Course durations vary. The 18th Edition (2382) runs over 3 days, the 2391 Inspection & Testing is 5 days, and the Level 2 Diploma requires 5-7 days of practical attendance with theory completed online. The EV Charging Installation course is just 2 days.
Do you offer accommodation for students travelling from Leicester?
Most Leicester students commute daily given the short journey time. However, for intensive courses running over consecutive days, there are affordable hotels and B&Bs near our training centre. We're happy to suggest options.
Are there electrician job opportunities in Leicester?
Leicester has excellent job prospects for qualified electricians. The city's growing residential developments, commercial construction, and increasing demand for EV charging and solar installations mean qualified electricians are highly sought after across Leicester and Leicestershire.
How much do electricians earn in Leicester?
The ONS ASHE 2025 median for electricians and electrical fitters (SOC 5241) is £39,039 a year nationally. Qualified electricians in Leicester and the East Midlands typically earn £30,000–£40,000 employed and £45,000–£65,000+ self-employed, with commercial and industrial work around the Golden Triangle logistics corridor often paying premium rates.
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