Career changers
Current goal→BAFE DS301, SP203-1 & SP203-4
Start with no electrical background and follow a structured route.
Best-fit routeBundled pathway● Next intake 5th October 2026
Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting
Triple Award Course.
For electricians and fire-safety installers who want domestic fire alarm, commercial fire alarm and emergency lighting qualifications in one course. This 5-day EAL Level 3 Triple Award in Cheshunt covers BAFE DS301, SP203-1 and SP203-4 with exams included. EAL Level 3 Awards approved.
QualificationBAFE DS301, SP203-1 & SP203-4
Duration5 Days + Exams
AssessmentsMapped clearly
Entry levelAdvisor checked
EAL Level 3 Awards Accredited4.9 Star ReviewsBAFE DS301, SP203-1 & SP203-4Cheshunt, Hertfordshire5 Days + Exams1,000+ Students Trained
- Who it is forA route for your
A route for your
current experience.
For electricians and fire-safety installers who want domestic fire alarm, commercial fire alarm and emergency lighting qualifications in one course. This 5-day EAL Level 3 Triple Award in Cheshunt covers BAFE DS301, SP203-1 and SP203-4 with exams included.
Gold Card planners
Current goal→BAFE DS301, SP203-1 & SP203-4
Book the qualifications in the right order from day one.
Advisor checkedWorking learners
Current goal→BAFE DS301, SP203-1 & SP203-4
Use the timetable to move from classroom to site evidence.
Progression readyFuture specialists
Current goal→BAFE DS301, SP203-1 & SP203-4
Progress into EV, solar, testing or self-employment.
Flexible pathway● Requirements
Clear entry. Clear outcome.
- Be aged 16 or over (18+ to sign certificates)
- Hold prior electrical qualifications or relevant practical experience
- Upcoming intakes
Pick the next date that fits.
Book a free consultation and we will map the shortest route from where you are today to the right qualification.
5Oct 2026
Full-Time
Tutor-led route - 5 days + exams
Don't see a date that works? - we run closed groups for teams of 10+.
- Inside the courseEverything included, clearly
Everything included, clearly
broken down.
Book a free consultation and we will map the shortest route from where you are today to the right qualification.
● 5 Days + Exams
0102030405
Emergency Lighting Systems
BS 5266-1, BS EN 1838, BS EN 50172 — design, installation, commissioning, inspection, and maintenance.
EmergencyLightingSystems
Commercial Fire Alarm Systems
BS 5839-1 — system categories, design, installation, commissioning, maintenance, false alarm reduction.
CommercialFireAlarm
Domestic Fire Alarm Systems
BS 5839-6 — grades, categories, dwelling types, risk-based design, installation, testing, commissioning.
DomesticFireAlarm
EAL Level 3 Award — Design, Installation & Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems (BAFE SP203-4)
EAL Level 3 Award — Design, Installation & Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems (BAFE SP203-4). This is included as part of the course delivery.
EALLevelAward
EAL Level 3 Award — Fire Detection & Alarm Systems for Buildings (BS 5839-1)
EAL Level 3 Award — Fire Detection & Alarm Systems for Buildings (BS 5839-1). This is included as part of the course delivery.
EALLevelAward
5Core areas
5 Days + ExamsCourse length
6Assessments
- AssessmentClear exam and
Clear exam and
evidence requirements.
Book a free consultation and we will map the shortest route from where you are today to the right qualification.
Emergency Lighting Systems
1 DayEAL Level 3 Awards
Knowledge Check
Commercial Fire Alarm Systems
2 DaysEAL Level 3 Awards
Knowledge Check
Domestic Fire Alarm Systems
2 DaysEAL Level 3 Awards
Practical Assessment
Assessment Prep
Advisor confirmedEAL Level 3 Awards
Knowledge Check
Tutor Review
Advisor confirmedEAL Level 3 Awards
Practical Assessment
Assessment Prep
Advisor confirmedEAL Level 3 Awards
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 Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 Triple Award).
| CompareWhat changes? | Option 1Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 Triple Award)Recommended | Option 2Domestic & Commercial Fire Alarm (EAL Level 3) | Option 3Domestic Fire Alarm (EAL Level 3 / BAFE DS301) | Option 4Commercial Fire Alarm (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-1) | Option 5Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 / BAFE SP203-4) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS 5839-1 Commercial Fire Alarm | Included | Included | Not included | Included | Not included |
| BS 5839-6 Domestic Fire Alarm | Included | Included | Included | Not included | Not included |
| BS 5266-1 Emergency Lighting | Included | Not included | Not included | Not included | Included |
| BAFE DS301 eligible | Included | Included | Included | Not included | Not included |
| BAFE SP203-1 competency | Included | Included | Not included | Included | Not included |
| BAFE SP203-4 competency | Included | Not included | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Duration | 5 Days | 4 Days | 2 Days | 2 Days | 1 Day |
| Price | £1,527 | £1,198 | £599 | £599 | £329 |
Option 1Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 Triple Award)Recommended
- BS 5839-1 Commercial Fire Alarm
- Included
- BS 5839-6 Domestic Fire Alarm
- Included
- BS 5266-1 Emergency Lighting
- Included
- BAFE DS301 eligible
- Included
- BAFE SP203-1 competency
- Included
- BAFE SP203-4 competency
- Included
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Price
- £1,527
- BS 5839-1 Commercial Fire Alarm
- Included
- BS 5839-6 Domestic Fire Alarm
- Included
- BS 5266-1 Emergency Lighting
- Not included
- BAFE DS301 eligible
- Included
- BAFE SP203-1 competency
- Included
- BAFE SP203-4 competency
- Not included
- Duration
- 4 Days
- Price
- £1,198
- BS 5839-1 Commercial Fire Alarm
- Not included
- BS 5839-6 Domestic Fire Alarm
- Included
- BS 5266-1 Emergency Lighting
- Not included
- BAFE DS301 eligible
- Included
- BAFE SP203-1 competency
- Not included
- BAFE SP203-4 competency
- Not included
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Price
- £599
- BS 5839-1 Commercial Fire Alarm
- Included
- BS 5839-6 Domestic Fire Alarm
- Not included
- BS 5266-1 Emergency Lighting
- Not included
- BAFE DS301 eligible
- Not included
- BAFE SP203-1 competency
- Included
- BAFE SP203-4 competency
- Not included
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Price
- £599
- BS 5839-1 Commercial Fire Alarm
- Not included
- BS 5839-6 Domestic Fire Alarm
- Not included
- BS 5266-1 Emergency Lighting
- Included
- BAFE DS301 eligible
- Not included
- BAFE SP203-1 competency
- Not included
- BAFE SP203-4 competency
- Included
- Duration
- 1 Day
- Price
- £329
- Successful Students
What Our Students Say
Hear directly from learners who used Learn Trade Skills to progress their electrical training route.
*****Marcus K.
MK5.0 RatingFire Alarm & Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 Triple Award)
Did this for our firm's BAFE SP203 registration - five days, three EAL Awards, no faffing about with separate centres or schedules. Passed all three exams first time and our SP203 firm registration was approved within 6 weeks.
*****Beth O.
BO5.0 RatingFire Alarm & Emergency Lighting (EAL Level 3 Triple Award)
Comprehensive but practical. The cross-module insights - especially how BS 5839-1 categories interact with BS 5266-1 emergency lighting design in commercial buildings - made the difference on a complex hotel commission a fortnight later.
*****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 Fire & Emergency Lighting Triple Award?
The Triple Award bundles all three EAL Level 3 Awards needed for BAFE-registered commercial fire & life-safety installation work into a single 5-day programme: BAFE DS301 (BS 5839-6 domestic fire alarms), BAFE SP203-1 (BS 5839-1 commercial fire alarms), and BAFE SP203-4 (BS 5266-1 / BS EN 1838 / BS EN 50172 emergency lighting). Each Award is delivered with EAL exam at the relevant module's end.
How much does the Triple Award save vs booking standalones?
The Triple Award is £1,527 for all three EAL Level 3 Awards. Booked separately: DS301 (£599) + SP203-1 (£599) + SP203-4 (£329) = £1,527 - same headline price as standalones. The benefit is timing and continuity - one continuous 5-day intake versus three separate scheduled bookings, with cross-pollination between the modules and a single deposit/booking.
Who is this course designed for?
Working electricians and fire-safety installers moving into commercial fire and life-safety installation. Most attendees are 2365-qualified or equivalent practising electricians whose firms hold (or are applying for) BAFE registration. Some attendees are existing fire engineers formalising their EAL Level 3 status. The course is not for complete beginners - basic electrical knowledge (mains wiring, 230V AC, test instruments) is assumed.
What does the 5-day schedule look like?
Day 1: Emergency Lighting (BS 5266-1 / BAFE SP203-4) - design, install, commission, test, certify. EAL exam at end of day. Days 2-3: Commercial Fire Alarms (BS 5839-1 / BAFE SP203-1) - categories L1-L5+M, false-alarm reduction, practical panel work. EAL exam end of day 3. Days 4-5: Domestic Fire Alarms (BS 5839-6 / BAFE DS301) - grades A-F, dwelling types, risk-based design, Grade D rigs. EAL exam end of day 5.
Do I get one qualification or three?
Three separate EAL Level 3 Awards. On passing all modules you receive: EAL Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems; EAL Level 3 Award in Fire Detection & Alarm Systems for Buildings (BS 5839-1); and EAL Level 3 Award in Fire Detection & Alarm Systems for Dwellings (BS 5839-6). All three are nationally recognised and BAFE-scheme accepted.
How does this compare to the Fire Alarm Combined (without emergency lighting)?
The Fire Alarm Combined (£1,198, 4 days) covers DS301 + SP203-1 only - fire alarms in both domestic and commercial premises. The Triple Award (£1,527, 5 days) adds SP203-4 emergency lighting on top. If your work includes emergency lighting - which most commercial fire engineers do - the Triple is the more complete qualification for an additional £329 / 1 day.
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Books & references
This list comes from the LTS course catalogue. Check it again before attending in case a publication edition changes.
Provided by the centre
These references are provided in-centre for study and assessment use. No purchase is required.
BS 5266 (Emergency Lighting)
Please bring your own current physical copy. If you cannot bring one, contact Learn Trade Skills before the course so a centre loan copy can be reserved. Centre loan copies are for in-centre study and assessment only and must not be taken home, written in or annotated.
BS 5839-1:2025 (Commercial Fire Alarm Systems)
Please bring your own current physical copy. If you cannot bring one, contact Learn Trade Skills before the course so a centre loan copy can be reserved. Centre loan copies are for in-centre study and assessment only and must not be taken home, written in or annotated.
BS 5839-6 (Domestic Fire Alarm Systems)
Please bring your own current physical copy. If you cannot bring one, contact Learn Trade Skills before the course so a centre loan copy can be reserved. Centre loan copies are for in-centre study and assessment only and must not be taken home, written in or annotated.
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