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This City & Guilds 2391-52 course in Stevenage is designed for practising electricians looking to develop their inspection and testing skills and gain a recognised Level 3 qualification.

Combining classroom theory with practical learning, this six-day course incorporates the City & Guilds 2391-50 Level 3 Award in Initial Verification and the City & Guilds 2391-51 Level 3 Award in Periodic Inspection and Testing, giving you the skills and confidence to carry out inspection, testing and certification of electrical installations in line with current requirements.

Entry Requirements / Suitability

This course is ideal for practising electricians looking to expand their inspection and testing skills and gain a recognised qualification covering both initial verification and periodic inspection and testing. It is suitable for those carrying out inspection and testing for the first time, as well as electricians looking to refresh their existing knowledge.

There are no official qualification requirements for enrolling on this course, however, this is an advanced course designed for experienced electricians. Learners are recommended to have:

  • A strong understanding of electrical science and principles
  • A current qualification in the latest IET Wiring Regulations
  • At least two years’ experience in inspection and testing
  • Experience working with live boards
  • An understanding of three-phase systems

Candidates must be over 18 years of age and have a good standard of written and spoken English.

Course Details

During the course, learners will benefit from classroom-based theory and hands-on practical training using our purpose-built electrical installation training bays. The course covers both initial verification and periodic inspection in accordance with the requirements of BS 7671 Wiring Regulations, helping learners develop the skills required to confidently assess electrical installations.

Course Topics:

  • Requirements for inspection and testing
  • Safety management procedures
  • Requirements for the inspection of electrical installations
  • Requirements for the testing of electrical installations
  • Carry out inspections and tests on electrical installations

Duration: 6 Days

Assessment: Learners must complete a multiple-choice online examination (60 questions, 2 hours), a short-answer test (1 hour), and a practical assessment (2 hours).

Certification: Successful learners will receive the City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Combined Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (2391-52).

Location: Caxton Way, Stevenage, SG1 2DF

What’s Included?

  • Expert-led classroom training
  • Use of practical training equipment
  • Course materials (excluding IET reference books)
  • City & Guilds written, practical, and online assessments
  • Lunch and refreshments (tea, coffee, and juice) throughout

Essential Readings

Course Reading Material

Candidates are advised to bring unmarked copies of the following books for use throughout the programme and during the open-book exams:

These publications are also available to purchase as a bundle from tester.co.uk.

Available Courses

10 Aug Stevenage £880.00 Book
17 Aug Stevenage £880.00 Book
7 Sep Stevenage £880.00 Book
14 Sep Stevenage £880.00 Book
21 Sep Stevenage £880.00 Book
28 Sep Stevenage £880.00 Book
5 Oct Stevenage £1,100.00 Book
12 Oct Stevenage £1,100.00 Book
19 Oct Stevenage £1,100.00 Book
26 Oct Stevenage £1,100.00 Book

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