Experienced Worker Electrical Route— Get Certified
The fast-track route for 5+ years experienced electricians to achieve the ECS Gold Card.
Duration
Varies — self-paced online + centre-based courses
Assessment
Workplace Based
Accredited
City & Guilds
Experienced Worker Electrical Route
£5,199Eligibility & Requirements
5+ Years Experience
You must have at least 5 years of verifiable electrical installation experience.
Not for Beginners
This qualification is only for experienced, working electricians.
Mandatory Skills Scan
A free eligibility check is required before enrolment to confirm your suitability.
The Roadmap to Qualified Status
A clear, continuous path from zero experience to the ECS Gold Card.
Level 2 Diploma
Foundations
Level 3 Diploma
Advanced
Short Courses
18th Ed + 2391 + Part P
NVQ Level 3
Portfolio
AM2 Assessment
Final Exam
Gold Card
JIB / ECS
Level 2 Diploma
Foundations
Level 3 Diploma
Advanced
Short Courses
18th Ed + 2391 + Part P
NVQ Level 3
Portfolio
You are hereAM2 Assessment
Final Exam
Gold Card
JIB / ECS
How It Works
This is assessment-based — no classroom, no exams. Your everyday work becomes your evidence.
On-site Portfolio
You build a portfolio of evidence from your everyday work. This includes photographs, certificates, job sheets, and technical reports that demonstrate your competence.
Assessor Visits
A dedicated assessor visits your workplace to observe you working. They provide guidance and verify that your evidence portfolio meets the required standards.
What You'll Learn
This course covers 4 core units over varies — self-paced online + centre-based courses.
Level 2 2365 Online
Complete the theory portion online at your own pace with practical assessments in-centre.
18th Edition
BS 7671:2018+A3:2024 — 3 days in-centre.
Inspection & Testing (2391-50)
Initial verification qualification.
NVQ Level 3 (2346)
Work-based portfolio assessment for experienced workers.
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Ready to Get Certified?
Validate your years of experience and earn your ECS Gold Card. Our advisors are ready to help you plan your assessment journey.