Overview

WHO IS THIS QUALIFICATION FOR?

Experienced operatives who are/have been working in the electrotechnical industry as practicing electricians for a minimum of 5 years.

Those who wish to have their competencies recognised and work toward an ECS Gold Card

Those who wish to develop their career.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The qualification is not suitable for new entrants to the electrotechnical industry, apprentices, or those who have completed an electrotechnical technical qualification with less than last five years relevant industry experience. It is a requirement that prior to undertaking this qualification, learners must have their suitability assessed by the completion of the qualification’s pre-entry skills scan. Learners MUST possess the knowledge and understanding comparable to the Level 3 Electrotechnical apprenticeship qualification which can be evidenced by relevant electrotechnical qualifications. Where learners do not hold the relevant qualifications their eligibility will be probed through the skills scan to verify if they have the equivalent knowledge and understanding. This MUST occur prior to registering the learner on this qualification. The age range of this qualification is 19+, however it is expected due to the five year industry experience requirements learners will be significantly older.

HOW WILL IT BE ASSESSED?

The competencies involved with electrical installation and commissioning, including BS 7671.