EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification

This qualification forms part of an industry-recognised apprenticeship for electrical apprentices. It covers the skills and knowledge needed by an electrician (installation or maintenance). To demonstrate occupational competence, the learner must also complete the AM2S.  

This qualification is only suitable for apprentices who are working towards becoming a competent electrician (by completion of this qualification and the AM2S) or those wishing to pursue a career in the electrotechnical/building services sector, and who are undertaking an electrotechnical apprenticeship. Learners must be at least 16 years old.

This qualification comprises of knowledge and performance units, which between them cover health, safety, and environmental considerations, organising and overseeing, terminating, and connecting, inspection, testing and commissioning; fault diagnosis and rectification, electrical scientific principles, BS 7671; electrical design; and electrical maintenance. It requires occupational evidence from the workplace.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS QUALIFICATION AND THE AM2 IS NOT A RECOGNISED ROUTE FOR AN ECS CARD.