As stated in the previous section, this step is for those with five years of electrical experience with the relevant certificates or who have completed the Level 3 Electrotechnical Craft Diploma (Level 3 2365).
After completing one of the above options, you will be eligible to sign up for an NVQ programme. Either the NVQ Level 3 Experienced Worker Route course or the normal NVQ route (2357).
For experienced workers, you will complete a skills scan to show your competence and complete a candidate background check to prove you have experience in the electrical field. Once this is finalised, a professional discussion will be carried out in the training centre before you start to complete a portfolio.
The portfolio can be completed at your own pace, and the length will depend upon how much work you can be exposed to in a specific time. In the portfolio, a file will be created to evidence the work you have completed in the field, then audited by the centre and the accreditation board.
Once the green light has been given, you will have earned to right to sit a final end point assessment called the AM2 exam to prove your competence and move on to the next step.
For those completing the Gold Card Package and are doing the normal NVQ method (2357), this usually lasts 12 months to complete the portfolio
The portfolio can be completed at your own pace, and the course length will depend on how much work you can be exposed to in a specific time. Like the NVQ Experienced Worker Route, you will have to evidence the work you have completed by taking photos and being audited.
At Learn Trade Skills, we pride ourselves on offering industry-leading electrical courses that transform passion into profession. Here is a first-hand story from Arda Duman, one of our outstanding students who completed the Gold Card Package Course—a program designed to fast-track your journey to becoming a qualified Sparky.
The global energy transition is accelerating at an unprecedented rate, with a record-breaking £1.66 trillion invested in 2024. This surge in funding is reshaping the landscape of electric transport, renewable energy, and power infrastructure. However, as the demand for cleaner energy grows, so does the need for a skilled workforce capable of implementing and maintaining these advanced technologies.
A recent BloombergNEF report highlights that while mature sectors like electric transport and renewable energy are thriving, emerging technologies such as hydrogen and carbon capture are struggling to attract investment. To bridge this gap, governments and businesses must prioritize workforce development, ensuring that training programs evolve in tandem with industry advancements. Without a well-trained labor force, the clean energy transition may face significant bottlenecks, hindering the ability to meet ambitious net-zero targets.
The City & Guilds 2391-52 Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations is one of the most essential qualifications for electricians looking to advance in their careers.
Whether you’re a qualified electrician seeking to enhance your skills, improve your earning potential, or comply with UK regulations, the inspection and testing course is a must-have. In this guide, I will walk you through why this qualification matters, how to prepare for it, what to expect in the exam, and how to apply your knowledge in real-world electrical inspection and testing.
Learn Trade Skills (LTS) is a Vocational Training Centre based in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire that specialises in training electricians.
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