In our latest article we explore what courses are available for qualified electricians, including green technologies, inspection and testing and fire alarms and emergency lighting, as well as exploring the benefits of upskilling for qualified electricians.

What is a qualified electrician?

Qualified electricians in the UK are individuals who have achieved at least NVQ Level 3 or an apprenticeship standard. This can be evidenced through qualifications, equivalent historic qualifications, or experienced worker assessment. Qualified electricians can undertake work across a range of electrical installations in domestic, commercial, and industrial settings.

Typical work includes:

  • Installation of power and lighting circuits
  • Installation of electrical containment using a range of cable supports
  • Termination of conductors
  • Initial verification and certification
  • Maintenance of existing electrical installations

If you have not yet started your training or are partly qualified, check our ‘become an electrician’ webpage or read our blog on how to become an electrician.

Why upskill?

Qualified electricians may wish to upskill by gaining additional qualifications and undertaking CPD (Continuing Professional Development) courses to diversify the work they can undertake. This can enhance their job prospects, increase employability, and allow them to undertake a wider range of tasks.

Electricians are also required to keep up to date with industry standards, which can be evidenced by updating their BS 7671 Wiring Regulations qualification.

What options are available?

At City & Guilds Training – Electrical , we provide a range of upskilling opportunities for qualified electricians including the following.

Green technologies

Electric Vehicle Charging

Inspection and Testing

Wiring Regulations

Electrical Design and Verification

Fire Alarms and Emergency Lighting

Electrical Safety Management

  • Authorised/Competent person low voltage (APLV/CPLV) course

Bespoke training courses

Do you have a specific requirement to upskill your existing staff? We can develop a bespoke course to suit your business upskilling needs, simply contact our team today to find out more.