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Level 3 NVQ in ElectroTechnical Services by Able Skills
Able Skills prides itself on being able to progress people in their chosen field of study and as such, we have secured approval to move forward with Electrical qualifications and deliver NVQ level 3 – City & Guilds 2356.
Since 2006 we have successfully provided training in various Electrical qualifications:
- City & Guilds 2330 level 2 – ElectroTechnical Certificate
- City & Guilds 2330 level 3 – ElectroTechnical Certificate
- City & Guilds 2382 – 17th Edition Wiring Regulations
- City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection & Testing
- EAL VRQ Level 2 Domestic Electrical Installer for Part P
And a constant source of enquiry from potential Electricians is: ‘Can we do our NVQ with you?’
Huge demand for this next step Electrical qualification has prompted us to move forward, gain approval for this award, develop portfolio material to support the award and more importantly, gather a qualified team of NVQ Assessors to monitor and assess progress.
Those who successfully complete this Electrical NVQ at level 3 will, under JIB standards, qualify to be graded as an 'Approved Electrician' and will be able to apply for a JIB Gold Card.
Entry Requirements for Electrical NVQ level 3
In order to qualify for assessment for City & Guilds 2356 – NVQ level 3, you must hold:
- City & Guilds 2360 Parts 1 & 2 or
- City & Guilds 2351 or
- C & G 2330 level 3 or
The programme may also be suitable for mature applicants who have relevant Electrical industry experience and are now in need of a recognised qualification.
Applicants in this category will be invited for an interview to determine their experience within the Electrical industry and to establish their suitability to achieve NVQ level 3.
*All applicants must be employed within the electrical contracting industry to qualify for this NVQ programme
From the start of this Electrical programme, you will have access to your Assessor and Internal Verifier for the duration of the period that it takes you to compile your portfolio of evidence. These individuals are occupationally competent, qualified and very experienced. They can be contacted by telephone, email or by using Able Skills Forum.
Induction for NVQ Level 3
Ideally, your initial induction will take place at Able Skills whereby both your Assessor and Internal Verifier will fully explain the NVQ procedure, go through all documentation which can be used as Portfolio evidence, agree an assessment plan and arrange On Site Assessments
Electrical NVQ Level 3 Units
Candidates are required to complete projects using evidence from electrical jobs that they have carried out in their place of work.
Candidates must have an appropriate employer who is willing and able to provide assessment opportunities in the type of work required to generate sufficient evidence.
Each unit will normally consist of three projects and there are 8 units:
- Ensure safe electrical site working
- Prepare to install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
- Install electric wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
- Connect wiring systems and equipment using safe and approved methods
- Inspect, test and commission an electrical installation
- Diagnose and correct electrical faults
- Provide technical and functional information to relevant people
- Maintain a healthy and safe working environment
Assessment will be:
- Portfolio of work based evidence.
- Observation in the workplace.
- Written and oral questioning.
*Remember, On-site assessment is a requirement for the work-based portfolio of evidence, so the NVQ cannot be achieved without having gained on-the-job experience, undertaking commercial or industrial work either in employment or work experience with a qualified electrical installer.
If you are keen to gain an NVQ in ElectroTechnical Services and have any questions about your eligibility, please give us a call. If you are unsure if you qualify or if you have previously undertaken Electrical qualifications but failed to finish, maybe we can help and move you on.
If you require any additional information about this Level 3 NVQ, please feel free to call us on 01322 280202 or email us
Any Electrical Contracting Company who requires their staff to be at NVQ level 3 may be eligible for funding under TrainToGain. Able Skills is based in Dartford in Kent but is well placed to allocate NVQ Assessors around the UK. Our procedures are fast and effective enabling us to provide a service far better than any other training provider.
To Book please phone our booking line on 0808 100 3245
Or for more information please Email us.
Courses are held Monday to Friday. Weekend training is Saturday and Sunday
All Course Times are: 08.30am-16.30pm.
For people travelling longer distances Able Building Skills can provide their own reasonable priced accommodation on request or at the time of booking.
