Initial Verification of Electrical Installations Award Level 3

This qualification is aimed at those that have completed a Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation with limited inspection & testing experience and are looking to develop their skills.

This qualification helps you to develop your skills required to carry out inspection and testing on electrical installations. The course covers legislation, inspection and testing techniques, completing and issuing certificates and understanding of results and measurements.

The courses is offered either days or evenings.

• One day per week for approximately 9 weeks or
• 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 the Requirements for Initial Verification of Electrical Installations
• Understand Safety Management Procedures When Undertaking Initial Verification
• Understand the Requirements for the Initial Inspection of an Electrical Installation
• Understand the Requirements for Testing Electrical Installations at Initial Verification
• Perform Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations

• Multichoice Online Examination
• Written Examination
• Practical Assessment

City & Guilds 2391-50

Upon completing the C&G 2391 you must then be able to demonstrate a minimum of 12 months experience carrying out inspection and testing of new installations prior to enrolling on the C&G 2391-51 Award in Initial & Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations. This will be assessed by professional discussion, if you cannot demonstrate sufficient knowledge you will not be able to progress until the level has been achieved.

You must have achieved Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation Buildings and Structure, have the opportunity to practice your inspection & testing within the workplace. You may also be requested to undertake a BKSB English assessment to ensure that you are able to read and understand the technical terminology.

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.