For electricians with 5+ years experience — achieve your Gold Card without going back to college.
Duration
6–12 Months (portfolio-based)
Assessment
Workplace Based
Accredited
City & Guilds
Full Course Price
£1,539inc. VATYou must have at least 5 years of verifiable electrical installation experience.
This qualification is only for experienced, working electricians.
A free eligibility check is required before enrolment to confirm your suitability.
A clear, continuous path from zero experience to the ECS Gold Card.
Level 2 Diploma
Foundations
Level 3 Diploma
Advanced
18th Edition
BS 7671
2391-50
Initial Verification
Part P
Domestic Compliance
NVQ Level 3
Portfolio
2391-51
Periodic Inspection
AM2
Practical Assessment
Gold Card
JIB / ECS
Level 2 Diploma
Foundations
Level 3 Diploma
Advanced
18th Edition
BS 7671
2391-50
Initial Verification
Part P
Domestic Compliance
NVQ Level 3
Portfolio
You are here2391-51
Periodic Inspection
AM2
Practical Assessment
Gold Card
JIB / ECS
| Feature | NVQ 2346 (Experienced)★ Recommended | NVQ 2357 (Standard) |
|---|---|---|
| Experience Required | 5+ Years | Under 5 Years |
| Classroom Required | ✗ | ✗ |
| Portfolio-Based | ✓ | ✓ |
| Duration | 6–12 Months | 6–18 Months |
| Assessment Method | On-site | On-site |
| Routes to Gold Card | ✓ | ✓ |
This is assessment-based — no classroom, no exams. Your everyday work becomes your evidence.
You build a portfolio of evidence from your everyday work. This includes photographs, certificates, job sheets, and technical reports that demonstrate your competence.
A qualified assessor visits your workplace to observe and verify your on-site competence. Site visits are included for workplaces within 15 miles of our location. A supplementary travel fee applies for visits beyond this distance — contact us for details.
This course covers 5 core units over 6–12 months (portfolio-based).
Verification of your CV, qualifications, and experience history.
Technical interview with your qualified assessor covering electrical principles and practices.
Two direct observations of your work on site by your assessor.
Build a comprehensive portfolio of evidence from your daily work — photos, reports, certificates.
Final evidence review, internal verification, and certification upon completion.
“After 10 years working, I finally have the Gold Card. The assessor was great — they worked around my schedule and made the whole process straightforward.”
“The whole support from Learn Trade Skills was excellent. They really understand what working electricians need. Passed everything first time.”
Speak to an advisor for the full breakdown and help deciding the best route.
No obligation · Usually same day response
Visit our training centre to see the facilities and meet the team.
Validate your years of experience and earn your ECS Gold Card. Our advisors are ready to help you plan your assessment journey.
