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Level 3 Certificate In Installing, Testing and Ensuring Compliance of Electrical Installations in Dwellings

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Qualification Title

 Level 3 Certificate In Installing, Testing and Ensuring Compliance of Electrical Installations in Dwellings

Sector Subject Area (SSA) & Industry Sector

 Electrical Qualifications

LCL Awards Qualification Number

 ITCEID21

Qualification Regulator(s) number

601/7876/0

Qualification Level and Credit Value

 Level: 3 Credit Value: 27

Qualification Duration

 224 GLH 270 TQT

Qualification Unit Titles
  • Understand and Apply Health and Safety legislation, practices and procedures in electrical installations. LCL-Q3001
  • Understand and apply environmental legislation, working practices and the principles of environmental technology systems associated with electrical installations. LCL-Q3002
  • Understand and apply the practices and procedures for overseeing and organising the work environment when installing electrical installations. LCL-Q3003
  • Electrotechnical occupational competence - approval of electrical installations. LCL-Q3004
  • Understanding and applying the principles, practices and procedures for the planning, preparation and selection of wiring systems and electrotechnical equipment. LCL-Q3005
  • Understand and apply the principles, practices and legislation for diagnosing and correcting electrical faults in electrical installations. LCL-Q3006
  • Understand and apply the practices and procedures for the installation and connection of wiring systems and electrotechnical equipment. LCL-Q3007
  • Understand and apply the principles, practices and legislation for the inspection, testing, commissioning, approving and certification of electrical installations. LCL-Q3008

Qualification Information

This regulated qualification is for learners that wish to demonstrate their skills and knowledge as a Domestic Qualified Supervisor for Competent Person Schemes in the UK. It is based primarily on BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations along with other relevant regulations.

The qualification provides underpinning knowledge to comply with current legislation and the requirements of the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification 2024 document for route to membership of Competent Person Schemes1.

1This qualification is only suitable for registration with Competent Person Schemes if it has been completed and certificated by 31st December 2025.      

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Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Please see the Qualification Specification

Prerequisites

None.

An Initial Assessment conducted by the Approved Centre on application for the qualification will determine the learner's capability to complete the qualification.

Examination and or Assessment method(s)

The assessment methods within the qualification include on-screen multiple choice knowledge examinations and AC marked performance assessments.

Related Qualifications

Related Document(s)

Related links and support material

 The IET Electrical Safety First Electrotechnical Assessment Specification and Qualifications Guide Electrical Safety Council NAPIT Competent Person Scheme

Standard Qualification Fee

– excludes VAT where applicable 		£128.15 Resit Fee £30.00

Frequently asked questions about this course

How long does a domestic electrical installation certificate last?

Domestic electrical certificates, known as Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR), must be reviewed every 5 years in rented properties and are valid for up to 10 years for homeowners.

What is "Part P" of the Building Regulations?

Part P of the Building Regulations in the UK ensures electrical safety in residential buildings. It requires that all new electrical work is designed, installed, and tested to meet safety standards. Work must be carried out in accordance with BS 7671 - the IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. Installers must be registered with an electrical self-certification scheme.

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