Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018 Amendment 4)
Course Information
The Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018 Amendment 4) is a professional qualification designed for practising electricians who need to maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest Wiring Regulations used across the electrical industry.
Delivered from Teach A Trade’s training centre in Telford, this 3-day course provides comprehensive coverage of BS 7671, including the latest Amendment 4 updates, ensuring electricians are fully compliant with current electrical installation standards.
This qualification is essential for electricians working in installation, maintenance, inspection and testing roles, as BS 7671 forms the foundation of safe electrical design, installation and verification practices in the UK.
The course covers the structure of the regulations, key requirements for safe electrical installation work, updates introduced in Amendment 4, and how these changes impact real-world installation practices.
Learners will gain a clear understanding of how to apply the regulations correctly on site, ensuring compliance, safety and best practice across all electrical work.
3 days
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for:
- Qualified electricians.
- Installation electricians.
- Maintenance electricians.
- Electrical contractors.
- Engineers working in domestic or commercial installations.
- Electricians needing to update their BS 7671 knowledge.
- Professionals working in inspection, testing or compliance roles.
Candidates regularly attend from:
- Telford
- Shrewsbury
- Wolverhampton
- Walsall
- Dudley
- Birmingham
- Coventry
- Stafford
- Across Shropshire and the West Midlands
What You Will Learn
The course covers the full structure and application of BS 7671, including:
- Overview of BS 7671 Wiring Regulations.
- Structure and layout of the regulations.
- General requirements for electrical installations.
- Protection against electric shock.
- Selection and erection of equipment.
- Earthing and bonding requirements.
- Circuit design considerations.
- Inspection and testing requirements overview.
- Safe isolation procedures.
- Documentation and certification requirements.
- Key changes introduced in Amendment 4.
- Application of regulations on site.
- Compliance and best practice guidance.
Practical Application
Although primarily theory-based, learners will also develop practical understanding through:
- Real-world installation scenarios.
- Regulation interpretation exercises.
- Site-based application examples.
- Tutor-led problem solving and guidance.
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Pre Requisites
There are no formal academic pre-requisites for this course.
However, candidates should have:
- Industry experience as a practising electrician.
- Understanding of basic electrical installation principles.
- Familiarity with electrical installation work on live sites.
This qualification is designed for electricians who need to maintain or update their knowledge of BS 7671 Wiring Regulations.
Course Fees & What’s Included
The Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018 Amendment 4) course is £375 +VAT.
This 3-day course provides essential training in the latest Wiring Regulations and Amendment 4 updates for practising electricians.
What’s Included
- 3 days of training.
- BS 7671 Wiring Regulations coverage.
- Amendment 4 updates.
- Regulation interpretation training.
- Site application guidance.
- Tutor support throughout.
- Assessment preparation.
- Examination and certification.
Price Box:
£375 +VAT
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BS 7671 Wiring Regulations qualification for practising electricians
Assessment Process
Assessment is completed through an end-of-course examination and tutor-supported learning, including:
- Multiple-choice written assessment.
- Regulation interpretation questions.
- Scenario-based problem solving.
- Tutor-led review sessions.
Assessment Outcome
Candidates must demonstrate a clear understanding of BS 7671 requirements and successfully complete the end assessment to achieve certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is this qualification?
This is the Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018 Amendment 4), designed to keep electricians up to date with current Wiring Regulations.
Q2: Who is this course suitable for?
It is suitable for qualified electricians working in installation, maintenance, testing or compliance roles.
Q3: Do I need experience?
Yes. Candidates must already be qualified electricians with practical industry experience.
Q4: What will I learn?
You will learn:
- BS 7671 structure and requirements.
- Key electrical installation rules.
- Amendment 4 updates.
- Safe installation practices.
- Compliance and regulation interpretation.
Q5: Is this course practical?
It is primarily theory-based but includes real-world application examples and scenario-based learning.
Q6: How long is the course?
The course is delivered over 3 days.
Q7: How much does it cost?
The course is £375 +VAT.
Q8: Do I need this qualification?
Yes, BS 7671 knowledge is essential for all practising electricians working in installation, testing and certification roles.
Q9: Will this help with testing and inspection courses?
Yes. This qualification underpins inspection, testing and certification work.
Q10: Where is the course delivered?
The course is delivered from Teach A Trade’s training centre in Telford, Shropshire.
We support learners from:
- Telford
- Shrewsbury
- Wolverhampton
- Walsall
- Dudley
- Birmingham
- Coventry
- Stafford
- Across the West Midlands
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