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Whether you're new to the industry or looking to formalise your experience, these industry-recognised training routes guide you from a Diploma through to the NVQ, helping you complete your electrical training.
These courses are for qualified electricians looking to upskill with further electrical training and green technologies.
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These courses provide electrical skills for those working under supervision, associated tradespersons and other specialist training
Become a Qualified Electrician
BESTSELLERThe Industry-Recognised Route to Qualified Electrician Status
The City & Guilds 5357 Level 3 Electrical NVQ Pathway Qualification is the recognised occupational competence qualification for electricians progressing towards Qualified Electrician status, the AM2P competence assessment and ECS Gold Card eligibility.
Designed for learners already working within the electrical industry, the qualification allows you to demonstrate occupational competence through workplace evidence, assessor observations and professional discussions whilst continuing to develop your practical skills on-site.
The 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification replaces the legacy City & Guilds 2357 NVQ. The 5357 is aligned to the current Installation and Maintenance Electrician Occupational and apprenticeship standard, creating a single competence qualification that can be completed by both apprentices and self-funded learners.
QUALIFICATIONCity & Guilds 5357 Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification (Electrical NVQ Pathway Qualification)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSRecognised Level 3 Electrical qualification (2365, 8202 or equivalent)
Employment within the electrical industry
Access to a suitable range of electrical installation work
Employer support for workplace assessment activities
DELIVERY METHODSOnline Portfolio
Workplace Assessment
Assessor Support
On-site Observations
Professional Discussions
PRICE
QUALIFICATIONCity & Guilds 5357 Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification (Electrical NVQ Pathway Qualification)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSRecognised Level 3 Electrical qualification (2365, 8202 or equivalent)
Employment within the electrical industry
Access to a suitable range of electrical installation work
Employer support for workplace assessment activities
DELIVERY METHODSOnline Portfolio
Workplace Assessment
Assessor Support
On-site Observations
Professional Discussions
PRICEFor many learners, completing the Level 2 and Level 3 Diplomas is only one stage of their journey towards becoming a Qualified Electrician.
The City & Guilds 5357 Electrical NVQ Pathway Qualification is designed for learners who have completed their training and are now gaining practical experience within the industry. Learners must already be in employment or have access to meaningful work experience throughout the duration of their NVQ, allowing them to develop and demonstrate competence across a broad range of electrical installation activities.
The qualification replaces the legacy City & Guilds 2357 NVQ and adds the introduction of a new industry expectation around workplace experience. The purpose of this requirement is to ensure learners have sufficient opportunity to develop and demonstrate competence within a real working environment before progressing to the final competence assessment.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for learners who have already completed recognised qualifications such as the City & Guilds 2365 or equivalent, allowing them to focus on developing and evidencing occupational competence in the workplace.
Successful completion of the 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification provides progression towards the AM2P competence assessment and ultimately Qualified Electrician status and ECS Gold Card eligibility.
Please read all of the information below carefully before submitting your application, particularly the sections relating to industry experience requirements, gateway submissions and progression to AM2P.
The 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification is now the recognised occupational competence route for electricians progressing from training into industry.
Successful completion provides progression towards:
The qualification aligns to the current industry standard and replaces the previous 2357 qualification.
If you are unsure which route is right for you, our team can help determine the most appropriate pathway.
The 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification is designed as a development route for learners gaining occupational competence whilst employed in the electrical industry.
Unlike the Experienced Worker Assessment, which assesses existing competence, the 5357 is assessed primarily through workplace evidence, with assessment methods including observations, discussions, testimonials, accounts and certificates.
This is intended to support learners as they continue developing their skills through workplace experience. A dedicated assessor supports the learner throughout the qualification, ensuring evidence meets the requirements of the occupational standard.
Current industry requirements expect learners to gain approximately two years of relevant on-site experience before progressing to the final competence assessment.
For this reason, learners should generally plan on the basis that the 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification is a two-year programme.
Potentially.
Some learners may already have gained relevant industry experience before registering on the qualification.
Examples may include:
Where sufficient evidence exists, earlier progression may be considered.
However:
NET currently apply a maximum duration of 18 months for qualification completion and gateway submission.
This means learners must:
Both of these activities must take place within the permitted timeframe.
Trade Skills 4U will provide guidance and support throughout the process, however responsibility for gateway submission ultimately rests with the learner.
AM2P assessment fees are not included within the cost of this qualification.
Many learners entering the 5357 pathway have already completed recognised electrical qualifications.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows previous achievement to be recognised, reducing duplication and allowing learners to focus on demonstrating occupational competence in the workplace.
Qualifications commonly accepted for RPL include:
As part of the enrolment process, your assessor will carry out an Initial Assessment to identify any outstanding requirements and create a personalised assessment plan.
For most learners the journey follows the process below:
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Once enrolled, you will be allocated a dedicated assessor who will support you throughout your qualification.
The 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification is assessed primarily through workplace evidence gathered during your normal day-to-day activities.
Exams & Assesments Assessment methods may include:
Your assessor will work with you and your employer to ensure you can demonstrate competence across the required range of electrical installation activities.
Upon successful completion of all assessment requirements, the qualification can be claimed and certificated.
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Yes. The City & Guilds 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification replaces the legacy 2357 NVQ and is aligned to the current Installation and Maintenance Electrician Occupational Standard.
The NVQ Pathway Qualification is the industry term commonly used for the City & Guilds 5357 qualification. It is the recognised occupational competence route for learners progressing towards Qualified Electrician status.
Yes. Most learners and employers still refer to the qualification as an Electrical NVQ, although industry bodies increasingly use the term NVQ Pathway Qualification.
Yes. The qualification requires workplace evidence and assessment activity. You must be working within the electrical industry and have access to suitable installation work.
Yes. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for learners progressing from recognised electrical qualifications such as the City & Guilds 2365.
The 2346 Experienced Worker Assessment was originally developed around a previous apprenticeship framework that no longer fully reflects the structure of modern electrical training.
The 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification is a development route for learners building competence in industry.
Learners should generally plan on a two-year journey. Previous industry experience may be considered where appropriate evidence exists.
Potentially. Learners with significant previous industry experience may be considered for earlier progression, subject to evidence and approval through the quality assurance process.
The requirement has been introduced to ensure learners gain sufficient practical experience within the workplace before progressing to the final competence assessment.
The AM2P is the final competence assessment associated with the 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification route.
No. The AM2P is booked separately through a NET-approved assessment centre and is not included within the qualification fee.
The gateway application is the process used to confirm eligibility for the AM2P assessment. This must be submitted to your chosen NET-approved centre before your assessment can be booked.
Learners are responsible for ensuring that both qualification completion and gateway submission take place within the required timescales. Failure to do so may affect progression and require further discussion with the assessment centre.
The 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification and successful completion of the AM2P form part of the recognised route towards ECS Gold Card eligibility.
Funding opportunities may be available depending on your age, employment status and circumstances. Please speak to one of our course advisors for current information.
We would normally recommend completing your Level 2 and Level 3 electrical qualifications and securing relevant employment before applying for the 5357 NVQ Pathway Qualification.
Possibly not. Learners with substantial industry experience may be better suited to the City & Guilds 2346 Experienced Worker Assessment. Our team can help determine the most appropriate route based on your experience.
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Our Mitre Court and Explorer 2 Facilities are just 2 minutes south of Gatwick Airport. They are comfortable, light and airy environments in which students can learn a wide range of practical and theory based skills.
Our brand new centre opened in July 2019 offering a full range of electrical courses for those based in Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester, Northampton and all over the midlands region.
Our North West electrical training facility is situated just off Junction 10 of the M62 at Birchwood Park and is very accessible from towns such as Warrington, Manchester, Liverpool and Chester.
Phoenix House has raised the bar for electrical training centres in the UK. It’s situated east of Leeds, just off of the M1 / A1. This makes it easily accessible from Leeds, Sheffield, Hull, York, Harrogate and all over Yorkshire.
Our central London electrical training centre is conveniently located between Farringdon and City Thameslink stations. We have recently finished an exciting renovation of our London training centre meaning we can now deliver green skills training from London alongside our electrical training courses.
Our Portsmouth electrical training centre is based at Unit 8-10 The Boardwalk, Port Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 4TP.
Situated in the scenic location of Port Solent, our Portsmouth Training Centre offers lots of bright, light spaces to train in.
Our Doncaster training centre features bright and airy, multi-purpose training rooms aimed at delivering state-of-the-art electrical training across South Yorkshire.
Our Birmingham centre is located at Fairgate House, 205 Kings Road, Tyseley, Birmingham, West Midlands, B11 2AA. With excellent transport links via the M6, M42, and A45, getting here is simple whether you’re commuting by car or public transport.
Featuring multi-purpose training rooms, state-of-the art electrical training workshops and training delivered by our in-industry experts our Purley Training centre combines leading facilities and tutors to ensure you learn from the best.
Located at 22–28 Queen Ann Road, Barton Hill, Bristol, BS5 9TX, our Bristol electrical centre is easily accessible via public transport and major road links including the M32 and A4320. We provide the ideal environment for both practical and theory-based learning across the South West of England.
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