Electrical Installation Inspection, Testing, Certification, and Reporting - Award (PLA)

L3 Level 3
Part Time
19 June 2024 — 28 June 2024
City Centre Campus, Cardiff
PLA: This course is free for employed adults eligible for a Personal Learning Account (PLA). To see if you could be eligible for a PLA go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding - For a full list of PLA courses go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PLA

About this course

Delivered over 6 days, this qualification is aimed at experienced personnel working in the electrical industry, looking to gain an understanding of Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations together with Electrical Installation Condition Reports.        

If you are not eligible for PLA funding, please see self-funded course here

What you will study

One online multiple-choice examination and two practical inspection and testing assessments.

Pre-Course learning is essential. You must have a working knowldege of BS7671 A+22 and Guidance Note 3. 

Course fee per year

Course Fee: £0.00

Entry requirements

This qualification is intended for qualified electricians/supervisors who have experience in inspection and testing and certifying electrical installations, candidates should have/hold a qualification in the current edition of BS7671 and have a working knowledge of the current IET Guidance note 3.


Before being accepted on the course you must provide evidence that you  meet the entry requirements. N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent earlier certification that includes Inspection & Testing. A recognised Part P competence certification that includes Inspection & Testing and a current BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations qualification. Current ECS Gold Card, JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician Card.   

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

19 June 2024

End date

28 June 2024

Time of day

Day Time

Part Time

25 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions
PLA: This course is free for employed adults eligible for a Personal Learning Account (PLA). To see if you could be eligible for a PLA go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding - For a full list of PLA courses go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PLA

Course code

EECC3P05
L3

Qualification

EAL Level 3 Award in Electrical Installation Inspection, Testing, Certification and Reporting (SE)

Career prospects & further study

9.1%

According to Lightcast 2022 data, the construction sector is due to grow by 9.1% in the Cardiff Capital Region between 2022-2026, with an average wage over £30,000 per year.

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Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

Automotive Centre,
City Centre Campus,
Dumballs Road,
Cardiff,
CF10 5FE