Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (Full Qualification) (Short courses and Adult Learning)
- Gelli Aur Campus
- Cardiff
BS 7671:2018 (more commonly known as the 18th Edition) is the current version of the British Standard BS 7671. This is the UK’s national standard for electrical installations. All practising electricians in the UK must demonstrate a good working knowledge of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations – or ‘the regs’, as experienced sparks tend to call them.
Course details
- Face-to-Face
Contact for pricing (PLA Funding Available)
Programme Description
Earning your 18th Edition certificate is a crucial step on your journey to becoming a professional electrician. This qualification proves that you’re familiar with the latest UK requirements for electrical installations and that your work is fully compliant with the regs. You may know this qualification as City & Guilds 2382, but please note that we deliver this course through several different awarding organisations.
During the course, you will cover:
- Scope, Object & Fundamental Principles
- Definitions
- Assessment of General Characteristics
- Protection for Safety
- Selection and Erection of Equipment
- Inspection and Testing
- Special Installations or Locations
- Appendices
If you are unsuccessful in your attempt to pass the exam, you will be required to pay for a resit, the cost of which is £60 + VAT. (funding may be available for eligible individuals and employers)
The 18th Edition course is a must for those looking to pursue a professional electrical career. This is an excellent opportunity to familiarise yourself with ‘the regs’ and develop useful skills ready for work in the industry.
The course is primarily aimed at practising electricians and domestic installers, however it is also very popular with associated professionals such as contracts managers, designers, electrical engineers, consultants, surveyors, and other related trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of the IEE Wiring Regulations.
This course is essential for anyone wishing to work in the electrotechnical industry. Progressions include the EAL Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Points.
Learner must reside legally in Wales and be aged 19 years old or over.
In addition, individuals must be:
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employed (including Agency and Zero-hours contracts) or
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self-employed or
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full-time carers (incl. non-paid)
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their annual basic salary does not go over £32,371
PLA Funding
The Personal Learning Account (PLA) is a Welsh Government programme which allows eligible individuals to access fully funded courses and professional qualifications.
ReAct+ Funding
If you’ve been made unemployed or redundant in the last 12 months, ReAct+ could provide the support you need to get back into work quickly. With funding for skills training, personal development, and help with costs like childcare and travel, ReAct+ offers a range of resources to help you overcome barriers and find new opportunities.