Fully funded training opens route to Level 3 qualifications for experienced electricians in Cheshire

NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification and training body for the electrical industry, is pleased to be supporting experienced electricians living or working in Cheshire West and Chester with a fully funded route to a recognised Level 3 qualification.

Thanks to funding from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) through the Cheshire West and Chester Clean Energy Regional Skills Pilot, eligible electricians can enrol on a comprehensive training programme, aligned with the Experienced Worker Assessment (EWA) pathway. The training programme is designed to help experienced professionals gain formal recognition for their skills and futureproof their careers.

The training package includes:

• 18th Edition (2382-26) Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671
• IET Wiring Regulations, 18th Edition Amendment 4 (BS 7671:2018+A4:2026) publication.
• Experienced Worker Assessment (EWA) pathway, leading to one of the following Level 3 qualifications*:
  • Installation Electrician Route
    Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (C&G 2346) plus AM2E End Point Assessment*
  • Domestic Electrician Route
    Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification (C&G 2347) plus AM2ED End Point Assessment

Alex Robinson, Head of Training at NICEIC, commented:

“This funded opportunity is a real game-changer for experienced electricians who have the skills but not the formal qualification. With the pace of change in our industry, it’s more important than ever to ensure electricians are properly recognised, qualified and ready for what’s ahead. This programme helps electricians futureproof their careers while meeting the requirements of the evolving Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS).”

With changes to the EAS coming into effect in October 2026, the programme supports access to Electrician Plus aligned qualifications and helps electricians futureproof their career and business.

Places are limited and subject to eligibility criteria.

Eligible electricians are encouraged to secure their place while availability lasts. For more information and to register your interest contact: traininginfo@niceic.com

*Costs may apply if the candidate is also required to achieve an Inspection and Testing qualification to complete their chosen EWA route.

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