Course Overview

The City & Guilds 2346-03 Experienced Worker Qualification is a competency-based Level 3 NVQ designed for experienced electricians who have developed their skills through industry experience but do not hold a recognised Level 3 electrical qualification.

The qualification is assessed using evidence gathered from your day-to-day work, allowing you to demonstrate your competence across a range of domestic, commercial and industrial electrical installations.

Working alongside a dedicated assessor, you'll build an online portfolio of workplace evidence, demonstrating your ability to work safely, competently and in accordance with current industry standards.

 

What You'll Be Assessed On

Throughout the qualification, you'll demonstrate your competence in the following areas:

• Health, Safety and Environmental Considerations

• Organising and Overseeing Electrical Work

• Terminating and Connecting Conductors

• Electrical Design, Installation Practices and Procedures

• Inspection, Testing and Commissioning

• Fault Diagnosis and Rectification

• AM2E Assessment (completed separately at an approved AM2E Centre)

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How You'll Complete Your Portfolio

Unlike classroom-based qualifications, the 2346-03 is assessed using evidence gathered from your everyday work as an experienced electrician.

Your online portfolio will typically include:

• Workplace photographs

• On-site observations

• Professional discussions

• Job documentation

• Inspection and test certificates

• Witness testimonies, where appropriate

Throughout your qualification, your dedicated assessor will provide regular feedback and guidance, helping you gather the evidence required to successfully complete your NVQ.

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Flexible Completion

The qualification is designed to fit around your work commitments, allowing you to complete your portfolio at a pace that suits you.

Most learners complete the qualification in approximately six months, although you may finish sooner depending on your workload and the evidence available. Your City & Guilds registration remains valid for up to three years, providing flexibility should you require additional time.

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Entry Requirements

To enrol on the City & Guilds 2346-03 Experienced Worker Qualification, you must:

• Have a minimum of five years' experience working as an electrician.

• Hold the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.

• Hold an Initial Verification qualification, such as City & Guilds 2391-50, 2394, 2391, or an equivalent qualification (including EAL).

• Hold a recognised Level 2 Diploma in Electrotechnical (required under the current qualification requirements).

As this is a work-based qualification, you must also be currently employed within the electrical industry, enabling you to gather evidence from real workplace installations.

Ideally, you'll have experience across commercial or industrial installations to meet the full range of assessment criteria. If your work is primarily within the domestic sector, please contact our course advisors to discuss your eligibility.

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Need Advice?

Not sure if the 2346-03 Experienced Worker Qualification is the right route for you?

Our experienced course advisors are happy to discuss your qualifications, work experience and career goals, helping you choose the most suitable pathway towards becoming a fully qualified electrician and achieving your JIB ECS Gold Card.