C&G NVQ 2346-03 Experienced Worker Assessment
Course Description
The EWA process recognises occupational competence for people who have been working as an electrician for over five years, but haven’t been able to complete an apprenticeship or achieve an equivalent Level 3 vocational qualification. The EWA is based on the same content as the electrotechnical apprenticeship. This means that both new entrants and existing workers are being assessed and accredited against the same industry standard.
The NVQ 2346-03 will allow candidates to demonstrate their technical knowledge, performance and competence to the industry recognised level 3 standard. The EWA replaces the JIB Mature Candidate Assessment and provides an improved, standardised, and transparent process for experienced workers to accredit their skills, experience, and knowledge. To complete this qualification, you will also need an 18th edition and Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations qualification (This is not included in the price because the requirement varies according to each learner).
Gain recognition as a Qualified Electrician
Achievement of the Experienced Worker Assessment and the AM2E meets the criteria for a SparkSafe Qualified Electrician Licence. The Experienced Worker Assessment also meets the ECS Gold Card criteria, as well as being recognised in the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification as equivalent to an industry apprenticeship. It is important to emphasise that the EWA is an assessment process against the recognised industry standard. It is not a short cut to becoming qualified.
Eligibility for EWA
To be eligible for the EWA you should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a practising electrician working across the range of activity set out in the Skills Scan. The 5 years cannot include time you have spent in training, either full- or part-time, for example college-based technical certificates. It means 5 years working solely as an electrician and not in training. This will be verified by a training provider before you can be accepted onto the EWA. Learners must also hold a relevant Level 2 Technical qualification within Electrotechnical.
This will enable experienced workers the opportunity to get their skills properly accredited for an Installation Electrician ‘Gold Card’ under the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS). To complete this qualification, you will also need your 18th Edition and Initial Verification Inspection and Testing. (This is not included in the price because it is bespoke for every learner)
What the Course Covers
There are six Level 3 Performance Units to be assessed before you can gain the Experienced Worker qualification, to pass these units, you must provide evidence from a site of your previous work to demonstrate you can fully meet the performance requirements of each unit. You’ll 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. Additionally, units for BS 7671:2018 and Initial Verification are examined within the Experienced Worker qualification, if you do not already have these qualifications.
- 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
Who is it 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.
The Process:
It is a requirements for entrants on the 2346 to hold a minimum Level 2 qualification in electrical installation. The following is a list of accepted qualifications from City & Guilds. If you hold another equivalent qualification not listed above which you think is relevant to the Knowledge required, please contact the ETT team.
Qualification title | Awarding organisation | Qualification numbers |
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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical systems and equipment (building structures and the environment) | City & Guilds 2357-13/91 | 501/2232/0 |
NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical Services (Installation, Buildings and Structures) | City & Guilds 2356 | 100/2854/7 |
Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Electrotechnical Services | EAL | 500/3526/5 |
EAL | 100/4720/7 | |
SQA | 100/3104/2 | |
Level 3 IVQ Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation | City & Guilds 6161-27 | 500/6029/6 |
Level 3 SVQ Electrical Installation | SQA | |
Advanced Diploma in Engineering and Technology | EAL | |
Level 3 Award/Certificate in Building Services Engineering (Electrical) | ABC Awards | 500/3925/8 |
ABC Awards | 500/5528/8 | |
Electrical Installation Course Work (A and B Certificates) | City & Guilds | n/a |
Level 3 Certificate in Electrical Installation Work C Course | City & Guilds | 100/1291/6 |
Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Craft Studies | City & Guilds 236 Part 1 and Part 2 | |
City & Guilds 2360 Part 1 and Part 2 | ||
City & Guilds 2367 and 2368 | n/a | |
City & Guilds 51A and 51B (A and B Certs) | n/a | |
Level 3 Certificate in Electrical Installation Theory and Practice Part 2 | City & Guilds 2360-08 | 100/1290/4 |
NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation Engineering | City & Guilds 2350 | n/a |
Level 3 Certificate in Knowledge of Electrical Installation Engineering | City & Guilds 2351-01 | 100/1292/8 |
City & Guilds 2351-03 | n/a | |
NVQ Level 3 in Installation and Commissioning electrotechnical Systems | City & Guilds 2355 | Q1052155 |
Level 3 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology Installation (Building and Structures) | City & Guilds 2330-07 | 100/3602/7 |
Full Technological Certificate in Telecommunications | City & Guilds 270/271 | n/a |
SCOTVEC Modules in Electrical Installation (1985-1995) | SCOTVEC | |
Scottish Joint Industry Board Electrical Contracting Industry Craftsman Certificate | SSJIB | |
Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) will support some underpinning knowledge | City & Guilds 2365-03 | 600/5498/2 |
City & Guilds 2365-02 | 600/5498/0 | |
Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation | EAL | 600/9331/6 |
Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation | EAL | 601/4563/8 |
What’s involved
There are seven Level 3 Performance Units to be assessed before you can gain the Experienced Worker qualification. To pass these units, you must provide evidence from a site of your previous work to demonstrate you can fully meet the performance requirements of each unit. 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 Wiring Requirements and initial verification aren’t examined within the 2346 – these are proxy units, candidates need to take these qualifications separately if they do not already hold them. Once the portfolio of evidence is completed, candidates must also complete the AM2E practical assessment.
Skills Scan
The total cost of the qualification is £1995, and will vary person to person depending on existing qualifications held and experience. Please note the £500 is a deposit payment. Only if you meet the requirements of the skills scan will you be registered on the programme. If the skills scan finds that you are not eligible, the full £500 will be refunded. Skills scans will be reviewed by the trainer, following receipt of the booking deposit & Candidate background form. You can download both forms here
Please return both of these forms to info@ett-ni.org and a member of the team will be in touch regarding the next step.
PLEASE NOTE There is no classroom based learning. You will only be required to attend ETT for an in person induction. There are several induction dates throughout the year.
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