Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 3 is the most recognised.

Level 3 most recognisedOpen entry

Your route in

You can start without qualifications - direct entry/volunteering; a qualification improves your chances

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Qualifications employers recognise (Level 3)

Any of these strengthens your application.

Trainee entry via a college course or direct application with electrical or electronics experience; the Fire Emergency and Security Systems Technician Level 3 advanced apprenticeship is the recognised qualification.

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