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City & Guilds Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations

Curriculum Area

Start Date

October 2026

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Days

Level

Level 3

Entry Requirements

None, but this qualification is primarily aimed at practising electricians with relevant experience and other allied professionals e.g. surveyors, consultants and other trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of IET Wiring Regulations. It is also suitable for anyone wishing to demonstrate an understanding of the IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Develop your knowledge of the latest electrical installation regulations with this City & Guilds Level 3 qualification.

This course covers the requirements of BS 7671 – the IET Wiring Regulations, helping you understand the rules and standards that apply to electrical installations. You’ll learn how to interpret the regulations and apply them to real-world electrical installation situations.

26th-28th October 2026, 3 day course.

None, but this qualification is primarily aimed at practising electricians with relevant experience and other allied professionals e.g. surveyors, consultants and other trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of IET Wiring Regulations. It is also suitable for anyone wishing to demonstrate an understanding of the IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. 

You’ll cover topics including:

  • Electrical safety and protection against electric shock
  • Selecting and installing electrical equipment
  • Cable selection, including current-carrying capacity and voltage drop
  • Earthing and bonding
  • Inspection and testing requirements
  • Requirements for special locations, such as bathrooms
  • Energy efficiency and electrical energy storage
  • How to use the wiring regulations to check that an installation meets the required standards

You will be assessed via a two hour online exam.

£474

Contact our Info team if you have any course fee-related questions regarding funding eligibility etc: info@yorkcollege.ac.uk 

This course will be delivered face-to-face by qualified experience tutors who are experts in their disciplines. 

As well as specialist construction workshops, students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning & Research Centre, study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.

All materials are provided for you to complete the course. However, you will need access to a PC/laptop/smart phone and suitable Wi-Fi to prepare for the assessments.

• City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification (2392-10)

• City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Building Regulations for Electrical Installation Contractors in Dwellings (2393-10)

• City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Initial Verification (2391-50) 

• City & Guilds Level 3 Award in the Periodic Inspection (2391-51) 

• City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing (2391-52) 

• City & Guilds Level 4 Higher Professional Diploma in Building Services Engineering (4467-04)
 

The qualification is ideal for those working in, or looking to progress within, the electrical installation industry who need to develop or update their knowledge of the latest regulations.

It could allow you to progress your career in the electrical installations industry.

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