Free Level 3 Electrical Inspection and Testing Course in Sheffield

CostFREE
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Electrical Inspection and Testing Course in Sheffield. Classes run at Arena Training Centre Sheffield, with a mix of online study and time at the centre.

The course covers initial verification and periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations. It builds the knowledge and practical skills needed to carry out inspection and testing professionally. The course runs full-time over one week.

It is also a requirement for electricians completing an Experienced Worker Assessment. You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing.

Who this course is for

This qualification helps you to develop the knowledge and practical skills required to professionally carry out inspection and testing on electrical installations. This qualification is the combined Initial Verification and Periodic Inspection & Testing of Electrical Installations.

This course is also a requirement for anyone wanting to complete an Experienced Worker Assessment (EWA)

Entry requirements

While there are no entry requirements, this course is intended for experienced electricians who have never gained formal qualifications in inspection and testing or who may wish to update and reaffirm their skills. They would need to have a good understanding of inspection and testing and periodic inspection and testing.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of initial verification of electrical installations.
  • You'll learn how to carry out periodic inspection and testing.
  • You'll develop practical skills in testing electrical installations to current standards.
  • You'll understand how to interpret and apply test results.
  • You'll learn how to produce accurate inspection and test documentation.
  • You'll reaffirm your knowledge of safe working practices during inspection and testing.

How you will learn

The course blends online study with practical sessions at Arena Training Centre Sheffield. You'll work through theory online before applying your skills in the centre. Assessment covers both your knowledge and your practical ability to carry out inspection and testing on electrical installations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Arena Training Centre Sheffield will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrician, carrying out inspection and testing on domestic and commercial installations.
  • Electrical Test and Inspection Engineer, working across a range of sites and building types.
  • Electrical Maintenance Engineer, responsible for periodic testing and compliance checks.
  • Self-employed electrician, offering inspection and testing as a specialist service.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in the Design, Erection and Verification of Electrical Installations, for electricians wanting to extend their design knowledge.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) update course, to keep your knowledge of current standards up to date.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, for those working toward a skilled-worker CSCS card.

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