Level 3 Electrical Inspection and Testing Course in Eastleigh. Evening classes run at Eastleigh College, part-time over 10 weeks. You can fit the electrical inspection and testing classes around your existing work. To join, you must already be a qualified electrician working in electrical installation. You'll also complete a question sheet to confirm your prior knowledge before the course begins. The course covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to inspect, test, and certify electrical installations.
Who this course is for
Adult part time learners
Entry requirements
You must be a qualified Electrician in the electrical installation field and you are required to complete a question sheet referencing prior knowledge
What you will learn
You'll understand the regulations and standards that govern electrical inspection and testing in the UK.
You'll learn how to carry out initial verification of electrical installations.
You'll learn how to carry out periodic inspection and testing of existing installations.
You'll understand how to complete and issue Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) and other certification documents.
You'll learn how to use test instruments correctly and safely.
You'll understand how to identify and record faults, defects, and departures from current standards.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Eastleigh College on evenings. Learning combines theory sessions with practical testing exercises. Assessment includes written tests and practical assessments that reflect real inspection and testing scenarios. You will also complete a prior knowledge question sheet before the course starts, which helps tutors confirm you are working at the right level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Eastleigh College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical Inspector, carrying out periodic inspection and testing on domestic and commercial installations.
Approved Electrician, adding inspection and testing to your existing installation work.
Electrical Contractor, running jobs that include certification and condition reporting.
Maintenance Electrician, inspecting and testing systems in commercial or industrial premises.
Self-employed Electrician, offering EICR and certification services to clients.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations (City and Guilds 2396) - the next step if you want to design and verify new electrical installations.
Level 4 Award in Electrical Energy Efficiency (City and Guilds 2030) - useful if you want to advise on energy use in buildings.
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (City and Guilds 2382) - worth keeping up to date with if your current certificate is due for renewal.
