This qualification is for learners in England, Wales and Northern Ireland who want to work as an electrician, installing systems and equipment, in buildings, structures and the environment within the electrotechnical industry.
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
This Level 3 NVQ qualification allows apprentices to demonstrate their competence in a real working environment. Achieving this industry-recognised qualification is a key step towards becoming a fully qualified electrician and gaining ECS Gold Card status.
Further information
This qualification is designed for electrical apprentices working within the industry. It is suitable for learners who are carrying out installation work in the workplace and want to demonstrate their competence, develop their professional skills and progress towards qualified electrician status.
- Produce workplace evidence demonstrating occupational competence.
- Apply wiring regulations, legislation and safe working practices.
- Diagnose and rectify faults in electrical systems and equipment.
- Inspect, test and commission electrical installations safely.
- Install electrical systems in a range of buildings and environments.
Successful completion of the qualification is a major milestone towards becoming a fully qualified electrician. Apprentices can progress to ECS Gold Card application, further specialist training in areas such as inspection and testing, renewable technologies or electrical design, and move into senior installation, supervisory or management roles within the industry.
Assessment is primarily carried out in the workplace, where apprentices demonstrate their skills on real electrical installation projects. Evidence is gathered through site visits, practical observations, professional discussions, witness testimonies and a portfolio of work. Assessors support apprentices throughout the programme to ensure they meet industry standards and occupational competence requirements.
Apprentices will need suitable PPE and workwear as required by their employer, including safety footwear. A4 ring-bound notebooks, pens and pencils are recommended for study. Access to the current BS 7671 Wiring Regulations and the IET On-Site Guide will also support learning and portfolio development.