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Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671

Course code: P12420

Subject area: Construction

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 16:00

Days of week:

Various

Course date:

1st Jul 2026 - 3rd Jul 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

Stay compliant. Work safely. Power your professional credibility.
The City & Guilds Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018 – 2022) is the industry-standard qualification for electricians and related professionals who need to understand and apply the latest edition of the IET Wiring Regulations.

This course ensures you are up to date with the 18th Edition, including Amendment 2 and the May 2023 Corrigendum, covering the safe use and operation of electrical equipment and systems. Whether you're renewing your certification or entering the industry, this qualification is essential for working legally and safely in the UK.

Course units
You’ll gain essential knowledge in:

Scope, object, and fundamental principles of BS 7671Definitions and general requirements for electrical installationsAssessment of installation characteristicsProtection for safety and selection of equipmentInspection, testing, and certificationSpecial installations and locationsAppendices and updates from Amendment 2 and the 2023 CorrigendumAssessment is via a multiple-choice online exam.

What next?
After completing this course, you’ll be ready to:

Work confidently and compliantly with electrical installationsProgress to qualifications such as the Level 3 Award in Inspection & Testing (2391-52)Join or renew your ECS Gold CardTake on roles involving certification, compliance, and supervisionThis qualification is a core requirement for many roles in the electrotechnical sector.

Entry criteria
This course is ideal for:

Practising electricians needing to update their certificationNewly qualified electricians entering the industrySurveyors, consultants, and allied trades requiring regulatory knowledgeNo formal qualifications are required, but learners should have a good understanding of electrical principles and installation practices.

Fee information
The full cost of the course is £560.00. Flexible payment options may be available — please get in touch for details.

19+ Fee:

£560.00

Qualifications received
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive the:
City & Guilds Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018 (2022)
This nationally recognised qualification confirms your understanding of the latest wiring regulations and is essential for working safely and legally in the UK electrical industry.