About the course

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) and hold a level 2 recognised electrcal qualification but have not formally completed an industry apprenticeship or equivalent Level 3 NVQ qualification.

This pathway is suitable for both self-employed and employed electricians, who have worked for several years in the industry, but have never gained full, formal recognition of their skills or experience.

Candidates will need to demonstrate a range of knowledge, understanding and competence to the standard of the Level 3 Electrotechnical apprenticeship standard.

Entry Requirements

Must hold a Level 2 Electrical qualification and a skill scan must be carried out on the learner before you can be signed on to the course.

Assessment

You will be assessed via a range of methods and an assessor will need to observe you at work on at least one occasion during the evidence gathering process. The evidence you will be required to produce is set in the criteria below: Apply Practices and Procedures for Maintenance Apply Health, Safety and Environmental Considerations Organise and Oversee the Electrical Work Environment Apply Design and Installation Practices and Procedures Terminate and Connect Conductors Inspect, Test and Commission Electrical Systems Apply Fault Diagnosis and Rectification Please note the Wiring and initial verification units aren’t examined within the 2346 qualification– these are proxy units and candidates will need to take these separately.

Careers & Progression

This qualification can support you into the role of an electrical engineer, or careers, from inspection to installation.