Certain courses are intended for practicing electricians and as part of the assessments for these qualification learners must hold, and have evidence of, one of the following:

  • City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357);
  • City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance) (2357);
  • City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (5357);
  • City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356);
  • City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346);
  • City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification (2347)
  • Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable e.g. EAL;
  • Equivalent historical qualifications (see EAS Table 4B/4C) EAS Qualifications guide August 2023 (theiet.org); or
  • ECS Gold Card (for domestic electrician), JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician Card.

For learners in Scotland:

  • Any of the above; or
  • SVQ in Electrical Installation at SCQF level 7 + Up to date BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations.