City & Guilds 2357 Level 3 NVQ Electrical Installation— Get Certified
The standard NVQ route for electricians with under 5 years experience.
Duration
6–12 Months (portfolio-based)
Assessment
Workplace Based
Accredited
City & Guilds
Full Course Price
£1,749inc. VATCity & Guilds 2357 Level 3 NVQ Electrical Installation
£1,749Eligibility & 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
Route Comparison
| Feature | NVQ 2346 (Experienced) | NVQ 2357 (Standard)★ Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Experience Required | 5+ Years | Under 5 Years |
| Classroom Required | ✗ | ✗ |
| Portfolio-Based | ✓ | ✓ |
| Duration | 3–6 Months | 6–12 Months |
| Assessment Method | On-site | On-site |
| Routes to Gold Card | ✓ | ✓ |
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 3 core units over 6–12 months (portfolio-based).
Workplace Evidence Portfolio
Build your evidence portfolio through your day-to-day electrical work.
Assessor Observations
Direct observations of your work on-site by a qualified assessor.
Professional Discussion
Technical interview covering your competence and understanding.
Where Can This Lead?
Successful Students
“Great support throughout the process. My assessor was flexible and really helpful. Got my Gold Card 8 months later.”
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