City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification 2346-03
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Qualifications
City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03)
Who is this course for?
The Experienced Worker qualification is for electricians who have been working in the industry, as a practising electrician, for at least 5 years (not including time spent in full or part time training) but have not formally completed an industry apprenticeship or equivalent Level 3 NVQ qualification.It is suitable for both self-employed and employed electricians who have worked for several years but have never gained full, formal recognition of their skills or experience. You will need to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and competence to the standard of the Level 3 Electrotechnical apprenticeship.
Before enrolling for this qualification learners must follow the Skill Scan process as set out by TESP, to help them decide whether the Installation & Maintenance Electrician EWA is right for them and whether they meet the eligibility requirements, in terms of their existing qualifications and experience.
Useful information can be viewed here:
Installation & Maintenance Electrician EQA Route
Course description
This qualification is designed solely for those experienced persons who are, or have been, working in the Electrotechnical industry, practising as an Electrician, for a minimum of 5 years and who can demonstrate their technical knowledge, performance and competence to the industry standards at Level 3 in one of the occupations of this qualification and in line with the current edition of the IET wiring regulations (BS 7671). Learners must hold a relevant Level 2 Technical qualification within Electrotechnical, such as the 2365-02 Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation or the EAL Alternative.IMPORTANT NOTE:-
This qualification is designed solely for those have been working in the electrotechnical industry as a practicing electrician for a minimum of 5 years and who can demonstrate their technical knowledge, performance and competence to the industry standard at Level 3 and in line with the current edition of the IET wiring regulations (BS 7671).
It forms part of enabling the experienced worker to apply for an ECS Installation Electrician Gold Card. This qualification is not suitable for new entrants to the electrotechnical industry, apprentices, or other operatives who require any training, or those who have completed an electrotechnical technical certificate with less than five years’ relevant industry experience.
To be eligible to apply for the ECS gold card with this route the learner must have achieved:
• This qualification: City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification
• A current industry recognised Level 3 Award in the requirements for electrical installations (BS 7671),
• An industry recognised Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations (which may be achieved as part of a combined Award with periodic inspection and testing)
• The AM2E Occupational Test (from NET). Learners must work toward units in accordance with relevant health and safety legislation. This is particularly important when working at heights, inspecting and testing, and diagnosing faults. Where cited legislation and regulations are not applicable (for example, where the qualification is being delivered outside of England) then substitutions applicable to the learner’s jurisdiction can be made. Meeting the assessment requirements of performance outcomes will need initial discussions and assessment planning between the learner and assessor as an essential activity to identify opportunities to assess real working environment evidence, gaps that need to be filled, or opportunities to recognise the prior achievement of the learner. City & Guilds will monitor and carry out external quality assurance of the assessments conducted at the centre.
Assessment
Structure To achieve the City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification:-learners must achieve:-
- 102 Apply Health, Safety and Environmental Considerations Portfolio
- 106 Organise and Oversee the Electrical Work Environment Portfolio
- 118 Termination and Connection of Conductors
- 113 Inspect, Test and Commission Electrical Systems
- 115 Apply Fault Diagnosis and Rectification
- 109 Apply Design and Installation Practices and Procedures
- 110 Apply Practices and Procedures for Maintenance
Please note this change comes into affect for all learners registering on or after 1st May 2025.
Key Changes:
PLEASE NOTE A QUALIFIED ASSESSOR FROM OUR CENTRE WILL CONDUCT AT LEAST ONE SITE (FACE TO FACE) DIRECT OBSERVATION IN THE WORKPLACE WITH ADDITIONAL ONES LIVE STREAMED IF NECESSARY WHEN WORKING OUTSIDE THE BRISTOL AREA!
THE ASSESSMENT PROCESS REMAINS:-
Additional Evidence: There is no change to the other forms of evidence, such as reflective accounts, work plans, work-based products, and witness testimony. These will continue to be accepted.
ALL DIRECT ASSESSOR OBSERVATIONS & ADDITIONAL LIVE STREAMED SESSIONS WILL BE RECORDED AND HELD FOR INTERNAL VERIFICATION/QUALITY ASSURANCE PROCEDURES ALONG WITH EQA MONITORING ETC.
Materials Required
The City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification 2346-03 is a work based evidence route using the provided City & Guilds Candidate Workplace Logbook.Entry Requirements
Learner entry requirementsThis qualification is for learners who are experienced workers, with at least five years’ experience working in the electrotechnical industry as a practising electrician. It is not suitable for new entrants into the electrotechnical industry. Learners must hold a relevant Level 2 Technical qualification within Electrotechnical. Learners that cannot demonstrate sufficient industry experience should undertake the 2357 or 5357 (apprentices only) qualifications. Age restrictions This qualification is approved for learners aged 19 or above, however it is expected due to the five-year industry experience requirements learners will be significantly older.
A Skills Scan must be completed by the candidate as part of the initial assessment for learner entry on to this qualification. Please download and complete the following prior to arranging an initial eligibility interview at the centre.
1. Installation & Maintenance Electrician Experienced Worker Assessment Skills Scan
2. Installation & Maintenance Electrician Experienced Worker Assessment: Candidate Background
Progression
Candidates may wish to consider other CPD qualifications at our centre to expand their scope:-1. City & Guilds 2377-77 3 Day Inexperienced Operative Portable Appliance Testing Course
2. City & Guilds Award in the Requirements for the Design & Installation of Domestic & Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations 2921-34
3. City & Guilds 2923-34 Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Commissioning of Small Electrical Energy Storage Systems
Course Location
Teaching Staff
Les Holmes
James Morris
Alan Wilson
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