Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations - Level 3 Summary Where can this subject lead? Key information What will I learn? How will I learn? How will I be assessed? Summary The City & Guilds 2391-52 Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations targets practising electricians. It merges the C&G 2391-50 and 2391-51 courses, encompassing both initial verification and periodic assessments.This qualification is intended for electricians that hold relevant Level 3 Electrotechnical qualifications, who want to undertake Continuing Professional Development (CPD), learn new skills, and enhance their understanding of initial and periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations. Next course dates Start date Location Duration / Fees 16 Jun 2025 Bispham Campus 6 Days / £1,199 Enquire now 01 Sep 2025 Bispham Campus 6 Days / £1,199 Enquire now 24 Nov 2025 Bispham Campus 6 Days / £1,199 Enquire now 09 Feb 2026 Bispham Campus 6 Days / £1,199 Enquire now 13 Apr 2026 Bispham Campus 6 Days / £1,199 Enquire now 29 Jun 2026 Bispham Campus 6 Days / £1,199 Enquire now Where can this subject lead? Career progressionYou can use this course to progress further in your electrical career as an installer, or you can use it to progress further onto other disciplines such as City and Guilds Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations (2396). Key information Entry RequirementsParticipants must be 18 or overThis qualification is intended for practising electricians, holding a relevant level 3 qualification (such as C&G 2365/2357/2330/8282/5357/5393, equivalent historic qualifications or other awarding organisation equivalent)Up to date 18th Edition certificate and a good understanding of IET Wiring Regulations BS7671Although there are no formal qualifications required for this electrical verification course, it is expected that you should have a good knowledge and understanding of electrical science and principles. Previous experience of electrical installation work, either within the electrical contracting industry or an allied trade is essential.It is best suited to those who are working within the electrical industry and are actively involved with the inspection and testing process with previous experience of live boards. It is also useful for you to have an understanding of 3 phase systems. Qualification obtainedAward in Inspection and Testing Extra costs and equipmentAll materials and equipment are provided by the centre, candidates are asked to wear their own safety footwear in workshop environments. What will I learn? What will I learn?By the end of this course, you will learn to:Understand the requirements for inspection and testingUnderstand safety management procedures when undertaking inspection and testingUnderstand the requirements for the inspection of electrical installationsUnderstand the requirements for testing electrical installationsPerform inspection and testing of electrical installationsAssessments will take place on day 5 and day 6, they will consist of:1 x Practical Assessment (2 hours)1 x Multiple Choice Exam (60 questions, 2 hours), pass mark is approx. 75%1 x Short answer test (1 hour) Industry placement, field trips and guest speakersNone How will I learn? During the City and Guilds Inspection and Testing course, you will be working in a classroom environment, within our purpose-built electrical installation training room. A total of 30 delivery hours and 5 hours of assessments.Our tutors will guide you through all aspects of inspection and testing ranging from basic health and safety to actually performing testing using different types of test equipment. As our groups are kept as small as possible, so you can expect plenty of hands-on tuition from our training team. How will I be assessed? How will I be assessed?Assessments will take place on day 5 and day 6, they will consist of:1 x Practical Assessment (2 hours)1 x Multiple Choice Exam (60 questions, 2 hours) pass mark is approx. 75% this exam is open book1 x Short answer test (1 hour)