Level 3 Electrical Inspection and Testing Course in Exeter – The Focus Training Group – Flexible

Cost£996.00
Duration5 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Electrical Inspection and Testing Course in Exeter. Classes run at The Focus Training Group. This is a five-day, daytime course for practising electricians who want to carry out initial verification and periodic inspection, testing, and certification of electrical installations. You'll study the IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations alongside Guidance Note 3 and the On-Site Guide, so bring your own copies. The level 3 electrical inspection and testing qualification is delivered by City and Guilds under the 2391 suite. You can take the 2391-50 or 2391-51 individually, or combine both as the 2391-52.

Who this course is for

This package has been developed for practicing electricians who wish to carry out Initial Verification and Periodic Inspection, Testing & Certification of Electrical Installations and has been designed to offer a cost-effective and efficient method of achieving either the 2391-50 or the 2391-51 in isolation or combining both as part of a convenient package to achieve the 2391-52.

Candidates must provide evidence that they are at least 18 years old.

Candidates must provide evidence that they are a practicing electrician and holds one of the following:

Completed Installation Electrician Apprenticeship with The Focus Training Group

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance)

Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification

Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker or working towards this qualification

Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services

Level 3 NVQ Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification.

Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings

Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification or working towards this qualification

EAL Building Services Engineering (Level 3) – Electrotechnical Installation

Equivalent historical qualifications

ECS Gold Card for a Domestic Electrician, JIB Electrician, or Approved Electrician Card, note: competence person schemes are not accepted

Entry requirements

This package has been developed for practicing electricians who wish to carry out Initial Verification and Periodic Inspection, Testing & Certification of Electrical Installations and has been designed to offer a cost-effective and efficient method of achieving either the 2391-50 or the 2391-51 in isolation or combining both as part of a convenient package to achieve the 2391-52. Candidates must provide evidence that they are at least 18 years old.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of initial verification of electrical installations.
  • You'll learn how to carry out periodic inspection and testing of existing installations.
  • You'll apply the requirements of the IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations to inspection and testing work.
  • You'll use Guidance Note 3 to interpret test results and identify faults.
  • You'll complete the correct certification and documentation for electrical installations.
  • You'll identify non-compliances and determine appropriate remedial action.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and runs over five days with daytime attendance. Assessment includes a two-hour multiple choice online examination and one practical assessment. Study mode is flexible, so the centre will confirm the exact schedule when you book. You must be at least 18 years old and be a practising electrician to enrol.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring your own copies of the IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations, Guidance Note 3, and the On-Site Guide. The Focus Training Group will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical Installer: carry out installation and testing on domestic and commercial sites.
  • Approved Electrician: take on inspection and certification responsibilities.
  • Electrical Maintenance Technician: test and maintain electrical systems in buildings.
  • Self-employed Electrician: offer periodic inspection and testing as a service.
  • Electrical Contracts Supervisor: oversee testing and sign-off on larger projects.

What you could study next

City and Guilds Level 3 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations (2396): broadens your skills into design and verification work. City and Guilds Level 4 Award in Electrical Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation: a growing specialism for electricians working in the EV sector. If you hold the 2391-50 or 2391-51 individually, combining both as the 2391-52 is a natural next step to cover the full scope of inspection and testing work.

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