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Railway Engineering Level 2 Certificate (Job-Seekers)

Course Overview

Fee disclaimer

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements, though an interest and understanding of working in rail or transport services is helpful. You must be legally allowed to work in the UK and have a good standard of English, maths and IT.

Course information

  • This is a short six weeks, full-time intensive course which runs Monday - Friday.
  • Following completion of this course you will be guaranteed a job interview.

Develop and enhance your workplace skills, build confidence and motivation, improve communication and personal effectiveness, and understand how mindset boosts employability. On completion you will gain City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Underpinning Knowledge, Railway Engineering; PTS/DCCR Network Rail; and ICI and LU Card.

Key topics

  • Engineering health and safety requirements
  • Effective methods of communication
  • Understand drawings and specifications
  • Demonstrate an awareness of working in engineering
  • Requirements and properties of engineering materials
  • Safe and effective working practices – routine maintenance activities
  • Appling fault finding techniques
  • Re-assemble mechanical devices and equipment
  • Selecting tools and equipment for installing and dismantling track
  • Medical, drugs & alcohol test
  • Next steps

    The purpose of the course is to provide an employment pathway into the railway sector. You will gain a combination of health and safety skills and railway certification that can lead to a variety of employment opportunities.
  • Why study at NCC?

    • Expert teaching: Learn from experienced tutors with real-world industry knowledge
    • Flexible study options: Part-time, evening and online learning available
    • Career progression routes: From entry level to professional qualifications
    • Outstanding support: One-to-one advice, wellbeing support and financial guidance
    • Ofsted-rated Outstanding: Quality teaching and support you can trust
    • Modern facilities: Industry-standard workshops, labs, studios and digital tools
    • Employer links: Courses shaped by local and national job market needs

Available Campuses

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Mon to Thu (09:30 - 16:30)
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What Can This Course Lead To

Upon successful completion, you’ll be offered a job interview and gain recognised industry qualifications: the City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Underpinning Knowledge (Railway Engineering), PTS/DCCR (Network Rail), and the ICI–LU Card.

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Facilities for Students

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Financial Support

There are several ways we can help you cover the cost of your studies.

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