Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations Award Level 3

This combined course is for electricians that are currently working in the industry and have some experience of Inspection & Testing.

One evening per week for approximately 14 weeks.

This CPD qualification is an integral part of the recognised electrical training routes. These training routes are available on the Electrical Careers website, see below weblink for further information. You will not be a fully qualified electrician with this standalone qualification.

www.electricalcareers.co.uk/joining-the-industry/training-routes

• Understand requirements for inspection and testing
• Understand safety management procedures when undertaking inspection and testing
• Understand the requirements for the inspection of electrical installations
• Understand the requirements for testing electrical installations
• Perform inspection and testing of electrical installations

• Multichoice Online Examination
• Written Examination
• Practical Assessment

City & Guilds 2391-52

This course allows candidates to progress into employment or the City & Guilds Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations (2396).

This qualification must not be taken by learners new to the industry who do not possess sufficient skills, knowledge, and experience to undertake inspection and testing safely and competently. This qualification is also not suitable for learners with limited experience of working in the electrotechnical sector, or who do not already hold relevant Level 3 electrotechnical qualifications for example NVQ or Gold Card. You may also be requested to undertake a BKSB English assessment to ensure that you are able to read and understand the technical terminology. We will conduct a thorough initial assessment of applicants to establish that their current skills, knowledge, and experience is sufficient prior to qualification enrolment.

Funding may be available to support your learning as an adult (aged 19+) studying at Dudley College in the following circumstances:

• If the course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and they have given us permission to offer it at no cost to you and live in the WMCA area.
• If the course is part of the ‘Free Courses for Jobs’ government scheme and you are unemployed or working for a low wage.
• If the course is funded by the Department for Education (DfE) / WMCA and you meet certain criteria (such as this being the first qualification of this type and level you are studying, or unemployed, or working for a low wage).

Your personal circumstances and the funding available to you will be discussed at enrolment, if would useful if you bring evidence including proof of income / benefits; proof of age (i.e. driving licence); prior qualifications.

English & Maths: If you have not previously achieved GCSE grade C or above in English and/or maths, you can study these for free.