Level 3 Electrical Installations Course in Enfield. Evening electrical installations classes run at Barnet and Southgate College Southgate Campus, part-time over 7 weeks. This level 3 electrical installations qualification covers the 18th edition of the IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671:2018 + A2:2022), the current British Standard for wiring and electrical systems. You'll need a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in electrical installation to join. If you hold a Level 2, you'll also need at least two years of relevant industry experience. This course is not suitable for complete beginners.
Who this course is for
This qualification ensures that you are up to date with the latest industry regulation on wiring and the safe use and operation of electrical equipment and systems. It covers the 18th edition of the IET Wiring Regulations, which came into force in June 2018. These regulations are recognised by the British Standards Institute as a British Standard (BS7671). 2382-22 Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018 + A2:2022) is designed for people who work in or need to ensure their work complies with current wiring regulations. Including those working in commercial, industrial, and domestic environments, electrical industry and need to understand and apply the current Wiring Regulations.
Entry requirements
Applicants should normally hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Electrical installation. If you have the Level 2 in Electrical Installation, then you will need an additional minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the industry. This course is not suitable for complete beginners.
What you will learn
You'll understand the 18th edition of the IET Wiring Regulations and what changed from the previous edition.
You'll learn the requirements of BS7671:2018 and the A2:2022 amendments.
You'll understand the safe use and operation of electrical equipment and systems.
You'll learn how current wiring regulations apply to electrical installation work in practice.
You'll understand the British Standards Institute framework and how BS7671 sits within it.
How you will learn
You'll attend evening classroom sessions at Barnet and Southgate College Southgate Campus. Teaching covers the IET Wiring Regulations in a structured, tutor-led format. Assessment for the City and Guilds Award is by a written examination that tests your knowledge of BS7671:2018 and the A2:2022 amendments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Barnet and Southgate College Southgate Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer. Work on domestic and commercial wiring projects.
Approved electrician. Carry out and certify electrical installation work.
Electrical maintenance engineer. Maintain and inspect electrical systems.
Electrical contractor. Run your own electrical contracting business.
Building services engineer. Oversee electrical systems in large buildings.
What you could study next
City and Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. The NVQ is the qualification electricians need for an ECS Gold Card, which many employers and contractors require on site.
AM2 Assessment. The industry end-point assessment that, combined with the NVQ, leads to JIB Approved Electrician status.
NICEIC or NAPIT registration. Once qualified, registration with a competent person scheme lets you self-certify notifiable electrical work.
