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City & Guilds 2346
Experienced Worker NVQ Level 3.
For experienced electricians with 5+ years on-site experience who need the City & Guilds 2346 Experienced Worker NVQ route to ECS/JIB Gold Card. Expect around 12 months for the workplace portfolio assessment, with an 18-month maximum, without going back to college full-time. City & Guilds 2346 approved.
Time in centreAround 12 Months (18 Months Maximum)
CertificatesC&G
For qualified sparksLevel 3 + 18th
Qualification2346
- Before you book
Check the route before you book to enrol.
We confirm the right starting point before you commit, so your training plan matches your experience and target outcome.
Correct route
We confirm whether 2346, 2357 or another NVQ route fits.
Assessor plan
Your assessor explains visits, uploads and sign-off before booking.
Not sure you qualify? Let's check together.
Free route check with an advisor - no pressure, no hard sell.
- Who it's for
Built for clear progression.
Experienced worker NVQ route for electricians with 5+ years experience.
Working electricians
Convert current site work into assessed evidence.
Experienced workers
Use verifiable experience to move toward ECS/JIB grading.
Clear sign-off
Know what evidence is still missing and how to close the gaps.
City & Guilds 2346 Accredited4.9 Star Reviews2346On-Site AssessmentAround 12 Months (18 Months Maximum)1,000+ Students Trained
Eligibility check
Three things you need to enrol.
NVQ Level 3 proves your on-site competence. It is the portfolio stage that turns classroom qualifications into recognised electrician status before AM2 and the Gold Card.
- 1Foundations
Level 2 Diploma
FT6 wksPT14 wks
- 2Advanced
Level 3 Diploma
FT7 wksPT14 wks
- 3BS 7671
18th Edition
FT3 daysPT3 days
- 4Verification
2391-50
FT2 daysPT2 days
- 5Portfolio
NVQ Level 3
FT~12 mo with RPL · 2 yr maxPT~12 mo with RPL · 2 yr max
- 6Inspection
2391-51
FT3 daysPT3 days
- 7Practical
AM2 support
INCLUDED · Prep support
- 8
- Who it is forBuilt for
Built for
qualified electricians.
For experienced electricians with 5+ years on-site experience who need the City & Guilds 2346 Experienced Worker NVQ route to ECS/JIB Gold Card. Expect around 12 months for the workplace portfolio assessment, with an 18-month maximum, without going back to college full-time.
Experienced workers
Current goal→NVQ Level 3
Turn real site work into formal qualification evidence.
Best-fit routeElectrical mates
Current goal→NVQ Level 3
Build a portfolio with assessor support while employed.
Advisor checkedSpecialist installers
Current goal→NVQ Level 3
Add EV, solar or storage qualifications to existing services.
Progression readyGold Card candidates
Current goal→NVQ Level 3
Close the gap between experience and recognised status.
Flexible pathway● Requirements
Clear entry. Clear outcome.
- Minimum 5 years verifiable electrical installation experience
- Currently working in the electrical industry
- Level 2 Diploma or equivalent foundation electrical qualification
- Current 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certificate (BS 7671:2018+A4)
- Next dates
Next dates to be confirmed.
Book a free consultation and we will map the shortest route from where you are today to the right qualification.
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Advisor Call
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Don't see a date that works? - we run closed groups for teams of 10+.
- Course syllabus5 units. Around 12 Months (18 Months Maximum).
5 units. Around 12 Months (18 Months Maximum).
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● Around 12 Months (18 Months Maximum)
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Initial Assessor Review & Induction
Verification of your CV, qualifications, and experience history.
InitialAssessorReview
Professional Discussion
Technical interview with your qualified assessor covering electrical principles and practices.
ProfessionalDiscussionTechnical
Workplace Observation
Two direct observations of your work on site by your assessor.
WorkplaceObservationTwo
Evidence Portfolio
Build a comprehensive portfolio of evidence from your daily work — photos, reports, certificates.
EvidencePortfolioBuild
Internal Verification & Certification
Final evidence review, internal verification, and certification upon completion.
InternalVerificationCertification
5Core areas
Around 12 Months (18 Months Maximum)Course length
6Assessments
- AssessmentAssessment and commissioning outcomes
Assessment and commissioning outcomes
mapped clearly.
Book a free consultation and we will map the shortest route from where you are today to the right qualification.
Initial Assessor Review & Induction
Around 12 Months (18 Months Maximum)City & Guilds 2346
Knowledge Check
Professional Discussion
Around 12 Months (18 Months Maximum)City & Guilds 2346
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Workplace Observation
Around 12 Months (18 Months Maximum)City & Guilds 2346
Practical Assessment
Evidence Portfolio
Around 12 Months (18 Months Maximum)City & Guilds 2346
Knowledge Check
Internal Verification & Certification
Around 12 Months (18 Months Maximum)City & Guilds 2346
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Assessment Prep
Advisor confirmedCity & Guilds 2346
Knowledge Check
- Route comparison
Choosing Your Route
See what is included, what changes between routes, and whether a package gives you better value before choosing Experienced Worker NVQ Level 3 (C&G 2346).
| CompareWhat changes? | Option 1Experienced Worker NVQ Level 3 (C&G 2346)Recommended | Option 2Electrical Installation NVQ Level 3 (C&G 2357-13) |
|---|---|---|
| Experience Required | 5+ Years | Under 5 Years |
| Classroom Required | Not included | Not included |
| Portfolio-Based | Included | Included |
| Duration | Around 12 Months (18 Months Max) | Around 12 Months (18 Months Max) |
| Assessment Method | On-site | On-site |
| Routes to Gold Card | Included | Included |
Option 1Experienced Worker NVQ Level 3 (C&G 2346)Recommended
- Experience Required
- 5+ Years
- Classroom Required
- Not included
- Portfolio-Based
- Included
- Duration
- Around 12 Months (18 Months Max)
- Assessment Method
- On-site
- Routes to Gold Card
- Included
- Experience Required
- Under 5 Years
- Classroom Required
- Not included
- Portfolio-Based
- Included
- Duration
- Around 12 Months (18 Months Max)
- Assessment Method
- On-site
- Routes to Gold Card
- Included
- Successful Students
What Our Students Say
Hear directly from learners who used Learn Trade Skills to progress their electrical training route.
*****Stuart M.
SM5.0 RatingExperienced Worker NVQ Level 3 (C&G 2346)
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.
*****Kevin R.
KR5.0 RatingExperienced Worker NVQ Level 3 (C&G 2346)
The whole support from Learn Trade Skills was excellent. They really understand what working electricians need. Passed everything first time.
*****Michael R.
MR5.0 RatingDomestic Installer Package
Left the office, joined the trade. Seven weeks in Cheshunt, first paid job the following Monday.
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- Frequently AskedEverything you need
Everything you need
to know, upfront.
What is the NVQ 2346 and how does it lead to a Gold Card?
The City & Guilds 2346 NVQ Level 3 is the work-based portfolio qualification for electricians with 5+ years of verifiable experience. There is no classroom attendance - you build a portfolio of evidence from your day-to-day electrical work, assessed by a qualified assessor through site visits, professional discussion, and observations. After passing the NVQ you sit AM2/AM2S (booked separately) and apply to the JIB for your Gold Card.
What counts as 5+ years of experience?
You need a minimum of 5 years verifiable on-site experience in electrical installation work - domestic, commercial, industrial, or a mix. Verification typically requires employer references, CSCS records, payroll history, or self-employed accounting evidence. We can help advise during a free pre-enrolment review whether your background qualifies for the experienced-worker route or whether the standard NVQ 2357 fits better.
How long does the NVQ 2346 take?
Expect around 12 months from enrolment to certification, with a maximum completion window of 18 months. Pace is mostly driven by workplace evidence availability and the range of suitable work you can document.
Is the AM2 assessment included in the £1,699 fee?
No. AM2 (or AM2S for installation electricians) is the end-point practical assessment of competence sat at an external assessment centre after the NVQ - typically JTL, NET, or BPEC. The AM2/AM2S fee is paid directly to the assessment centre (around £700-£900) and is not included in the NVQ fee. We provide AM2 preparation and revision support included in our service.
What evidence do I need to build the portfolio?
Photographs of installation work, completion certificates (EICs, EICRs, Minor Works), method statements, drawings, RAMS, customer/employer sign-offs, and CPD records. Your assessor will guide what evidence maps to which NVQ unit - you do not need to know the unit map in advance. Most learners build the portfolio gradually from real jobs over around 12 months, within the 18-month maximum.
Are assessor site visits included and how do they work?
Yes - assessor site visits are included for workplaces within 15 miles of our Cheshunt centre. The assessor schedules visits around your work, observes you on live installations, and documents the observations against NVQ criteria. For sites further afield, a supplementary travel charge applies - we will confirm any additional costs before enrolment. The course also includes professional discussion sessions and document reviews remotely.
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No obligation · usually same-day response · speak to a qualified advisor.Experienced Worker NVQ Level 3 (C&G 2346)
£1,699