EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker

This qualification is designed solely for individuals who have been working in the electrotechnical industry as a practicing electrician for a minimum of 5 years and possess specified knowledge, understanding and competence as outlined in the skills scan (aligned to the level 3 electrotechnical apprenticeship qualification).

 It forms part of the requirements for the Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Assessment, together with the AM2E (outside of the qualification), enabling the experienced worker to apply for an ECS Installation Electrician Gold Card.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This qualification is NOT for new entrants to the electrotechnical industry, apprentices, or those who have completed an electrotechnical technical qualification with less than five years’ (full time) relevant industry experience.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Assessment (which this qualification forms part of) must be completed within 18 months. 

Please see https://www.electrical-ewa.org.uk/faqs/ for more information.

Who is this qualification for?

• Experienced workers who are/have been working in the electrotechnical industry as practicing electricians for a minimum of 5 years full time
• Those who wish to have their competencies recognised and work toward an ECS Gold Card
• Those who wish to develop their career.

IMPORTANT NOTE: From 04.09.23, Learners MUST already possess as a minimum a Level 2 qualification, as detailed in the TESP skills scan, to take this qualification. Please also see Section 5 of the qualification manual.