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Level 3 Electrical Inspection and Testing Course in Leicester

CostAnnual Tuition Fee: GBP975.00. Exam Fee: GBP120.00. Additional costs may apply and concessions may be available. Please click on GO TO COURSE or call 0116 224 2240 or email [email protected] for more information.
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Electrical Inspection and Testing Course in Leicester. Evening classes run at Leicester College Freemen's Park Campus, part-time over 12 weeks. This electrical inspection and testing qualification is designed for practising electricians with a solid understanding of electrical circuits. You'll cover the inspection and testing requirements of the current IET wiring regulations, working through both theory and practical elements, and completing the relevant certification documentation. You must be 19 or over to enrol, and you'll need a current 18th edition BS7671.

Who this course is for

This course is aimed at practising electricians who have good knowledge of electrical circuits. This is an industry standard qualification. The course will cover inspection and testing aspects of the current IET wiring regulations, covering both theory and practical inspection and testing and completion of certification.

This is a full cost course. There is no fee remission available and you cannot apply for an advanced learner loan to pay for your fees.

Entry requirements

Must be 19 or over to undertake this qualification. A current 18th edition BS7671 is also required.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply the inspection and testing requirements of the current IET wiring regulations.
  • You'll carry out practical electrical inspection and testing procedures.
  • You'll complete electrical certification documentation correctly.
  • You'll interpret test results and identify faults in electrical installations.
  • You'll demonstrate knowledge of safe isolation and testing methods.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based with a mix of theory and practical work. You'll study the wiring regulations in taught sessions and apply your knowledge through hands-on inspection and testing exercises. Assessment covers both the theoretical and practical elements of the qualification, leading to completion of certification as part of the course.

What you will need to bring

You must have a current copy of the 18th edition BS7671 wiring regulations to attend this course. Leicester College Freemen's Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer, carrying out inspection and testing on domestic and commercial installations
  • Approved electrician, signing off electrical certification on completed work
  • Electrical contractor, running jobs that require formal inspection reports
  • Maintenance electrician, testing and certifying in-service installations
  • Self-employed electrician, offering periodic inspection and testing services

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition) - useful if you want to deepen your knowledge of BS7671 beyond the inspection and testing scope.
  • Level 4 Award in Electrical Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation - a growing specialism for qualified electricians looking to expand into EV infrastructure work.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment - if you're working toward a JIB Gold Card or CSCS skilled-worker card.
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