City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03)
Electrical NVQ Level 3 Experienced Worker Qualification in Northern Ireland
The City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03) is designed for experienced electricians who have been working within the electrotechnical industry but do not yet hold a formal Level 3 qualification.
Training Solutions NI supports electricians across Northern Ireland who wish to complete the Experienced Worker Qualification. Training Solutions NI is a City & Guilds accredited training provider based in Antrim, Northern Ireland, delivering electrical training for candidates working across construction, engineering, and electrical installation sectors.
The Experienced Worker route allows electricians who have gained their knowledge and practical skills through industry experience to demonstrate their competence and achieve a recognised Level 3 Electrotechnical NVQ qualification.
Successful completion confirms that an electrician meets the industry standards required for electrical installation work in accordance with the current IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
Many electricians choose this route because it provides a recognised qualification for those who did not complete a traditional apprenticeship but have developed their skills through years of practical work within the industry.
What Is the Experienced Worker Qualification?
The Experienced Worker Qualification (EWQ) was developed to provide a recognised pathway for experienced electricians who have developed their competence through industry experience.
Many electricians working within the industry for several years possess the practical knowledge required to carry out electrical installation work but do not hold a formal Level 3 qualification.
The Experienced Worker Qualification allows these electricians to demonstrate their competence through workplace evidence and assessment. The qualification assesses the candidate’s ability to carry out electrical installation work safely and to industry standards.
Upon successful completion, candidates achieve the City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical NVQ (2346-03), which is recognised throughout the electrical industry.
Why Electricians Complete the Electrical NVQ Level 3
Electricians undertake the Level 3 Electrotechnical NVQ for several reasons.
Many experienced electricians require a recognised Level 3 qualification in order to demonstrate their competence within the industry. Others complete the qualification in order to progress their careers or to meet industry requirements when working on construction projects.
Common reasons electricians complete the qualification include:
Gaining a recognised industry qualification
Demonstrating competence as a qualified electrician
Working towards the ECS Gold Card
Meeting industry qualification standards
Progressing within the electrical installation industry
The qualification confirms that an electrician can work safely and competently in accordance with recognised industry standards.
Who Is Eligible for the Experienced Worker Qualification?
The City & Guilds 2346-03 Experienced Worker Qualification is designed specifically for experienced electricians.
To enrol on the qualification candidates must normally:
Have a minimum of five years experience working within the electrical installation industry
Be currently working as an electrician
Be able to provide evidence of electrical installation work
Hold a recognised Level 2 electrical qualification
This qualification is not suitable for individuals who are new to the electrical installation industry.
Level 2 Electrical Qualification Requirement
Before enrolling on the City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03) candidates must normally hold a minimum Level 2 electrical qualification.
The most common Level 2 qualification held by electricians is the City & Guilds 2365 Diploma in Electrical Installations, which provides the foundation knowledge required before progressing to Level 3.
Training Solutions NI also delivers the City & Guilds 2365 electrical qualification, so candidates who do not currently hold a Level 2 qualification may complete this before progressing onto the Experienced Worker route.
Applicants should send copies of any electrical certificates they currently hold so that our team can review them. Training Solutions NI can check these qualifications with TESP (The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership) to determine whether any exemptions or recognised prior learning may apply.
This process ensures candidates follow the most appropriate pathway towards achieving the Level 3 Electrotechnical NVQ qualification.
Initial Skills Assessment
Before enrolling on the qualification candidates will complete an initial skills assessment with one of our assessors.
This assessment helps determine whether the candidate has the knowledge and experience required to complete the qualification successfully.
The assessment reviews:
Previous electrical experience
Electrical knowledge and understanding
Existing electrical qualifications
Practical competence within the workplace
This ensures that candidates entering the programme are suitable for the Experienced Worker route.
Evidence Required for the NVQ
To achieve the qualification candidates must demonstrate their competence through workplace evidence and assessment.
Evidence may include:
Electrical installation work carried out
Inspection and testing documentation
Electrical certification
Photographic evidence of installations
Workplace observations carried out by an assessor
Candidates work closely with an assessor throughout the qualification process and are supported while gathering the required evidence.
Additional Qualifications Required
To achieve the City & Guilds 2346-03 qualification, candidates must also hold or complete the following electrical qualifications:
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
2391-52 Inspection and Testing
These qualifications ensure electricians have the knowledge required to work safely and competently within the electrical installation industry.
Training Solutions NI delivers both of these qualifications for candidates who need them before completing the Experienced Worker route.
Pathway to the ECS Gold Card
One of the main reasons experienced electricians complete the City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification is to obtain the ECS Gold Card.
The ECS Gold Card is issued through the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) and is widely recognised across the UK construction and electrical industries as proof of competence.
To obtain the ECS Gold Card through the Experienced Worker route, candidates normally complete the following:
City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03)
AM2E Competence Assessment
The AM2E assessment, delivered by National Electrotechnical Training (NET), assesses practical competence against recognised industry standards.
After successfully completing both the qualification and the AM2E assessment, electricians can apply for the ECS Gold Card through the Joint Industry Board (JIB).
Achieving the ECS Gold Card confirms that an electrician has met the recognised industry standard for electrical installation work.
Industry Recognition
The Experienced Worker Qualification has been developed with support from key organisations within the electrotechnical industry.
These organisations include:
Electrical Contractors Association (ECA)
Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS)
Joint Industry Board (JIB)
National Association of Professional Inspectors and Testers (NAPIT)
National Electrotechnical Training (NET)
Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP)
Certsure and Unite
These organisations ensure that the qualification reflects the competence standards required across the electrical industry.
Why Choose Training Solutions NI?
Training Solutions NI is one of Northern Ireland’s established providers of accredited training.
Training Solutions NI delivers City & Guilds electrical courses across Northern Ireland from our dedicated training centre in Antrim and has been delivering accredited training since 2004.
Reasons electricians choose Training Solutions NI include:
Over 20 years delivering accredited training
Experienced electrical tutors and assessors
Dedicated training centre in Antrim
Excellent training facilities
Efficient administration support
The training centre is easily accessible for electricians travelling from across Northern Ireland.
Electrical NVQ Level 3 Near Belfast
Electricians often search for an Electrical NVQ Level 3 course near Belfast when looking to complete the Experienced Worker Qualification.
Training Solutions NI supports candidates from our Antrim training centre, which is conveniently located for electricians travelling from Belfast and across Northern Ireland.
Candidates regularly attend from areas including:
Belfast
Lisburn
Ballymena
Craigavon
Newry
Derry / Londonderry
This central location makes it convenient for electricians across Northern Ireland to complete their qualification.
Training Centre Location
Training Solutions (NI) Limited
New Horizons
4A Steeple Road
Antrim
BT41 1AF
On-site parking is available for candidates attending the training centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Experienced Worker Qualification?
The Experienced Worker Qualification allows experienced electricians to achieve the City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical NVQ (2346-03) without completing a traditional apprenticeship.
How much experience do I need?
Candidates normally require a minimum of five years working as an electrician to qualify for the Experienced Worker route.
Do I need a Level 2 electrical qualification?
Yes. Candidates must normally hold a Level 2 electrical qualification before enrolling on the 2346-03 Experienced Worker Qualification.
Do I need the 18th Edition qualification?
Yes. Candidates must hold the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
Do I need inspection and testing qualifications?
Yes. Candidates must also hold the 2391-52 Inspection and Testing qualification.
What qualification do I receive?
Successful candidates receive the City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03).
Where is the qualification delivered?
Training Solutions NI supports candidates from our training centre in Antrim, Northern Ireland.
Enquire About the Electrical NVQ Level 3
If you would like more information about the City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03) please contact Training Solutions NI.
Phone: 028 9448 8100
Email: info@trainingsolutionsni.co.uk