City & Guilds (2396-01) Design, Erection and Verification of Electrical Installations
- Location
- Cardonald Campus
- Start Date
- Various start dates
- Qualification Type
- Other advanced qual
- Course Type
- Part-Time
- Duration
- Subject to individual progress but course is made up of 5 days training, one evening for the National Written Exam and a design project. Next course starts Monday 2nd November
£995.00
Please note: Due to entry requirement checks, bookings cannot be made online. To proceed, please 'ENQUIRE NOW' to confirm eligibility and secure your place
Next run of training sessions will run Monday 2 November to Friday 6 November 2026 to coincide with the National Written Exam on Thursday 3 December 2026. BOOKINGS CLOSE FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER.
The City & Guilds 2396-01 Design, Erection and Verification of Electrical Installations is an advanced qualification for practising electricians seeking formal certification in design, installation and verification of electrical systems.
The course includes training, a nationally set exam and a design project. Exams are scheduled by City & Guilds in March, June and December.
What will I learn?
The City & Guilds - Design, Erection and Verification of Electrical Installations (2396-01) is aimed at qualified electricians who hold the current Wiring Regulations certificate - 18th Edition (2nd amendment recommended) and have practical experience in the inspection and testing of electrical installation.
This Level 4 electrical design course covers installation and design focusing on the implications of the Wiring Regulations for the design and erection of new electrical installations.
It also includes in-depth circuit design calculations to the 18th Edition and provides a comprehensive understanding of circuit design and verification. This, in turn, will provide you with the aptitude and confidence to design installations.
Next Training Sessions (Dates & Times):
Monday 2nd November 2026 to Friday 6th November 2026 (5 consecutive days)
9:00am to 4:00pm daily
National Written Exam:
Thursday 3rd December 2026 at 6:30pm (3 hours)
The period between the course and the written exam is intended for independent study. Relevant learning materials will be provided.
Project Submission:
3 months after the written exam
Assessment Details:
National Written Exam - 3 hours, open book, set and externally marked by City & Guilds.
Distance Learning Project - design of a 3-phase commercial grade property set by City & Guilds, completed in own time with support as required. This can take up to one year depnding on individual progress however 3 month submission is recommended to remain current.
As this course is categorised as part-time commercial training, it is not eligible for any fee waiver or funding via the College. The student is liable for the payment of fees, unless an external training grant or employer support is confirmed at time of booking.
Entry requirements (minimum)
This course is for qualified electricians who must hold current certifications which demonstrate an understanding of:
- Current Wiring Regulations BS7671 18th Edition (amendment 2) certificate and associated IET Regulations textbook
- Inspection and Testing (e.g. C&Gs 2391-52) certificate and the IET Guidance Note 3 textbook
In addition candidates must have:
- Demonstratable and relevant electrical industry experience
- Intermediate IT skills including knowledge of and familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 software (essential for access to learning materials and completion of the project)
Entrants must be 18+ years of age.
These entry requirements are stipulated by the College as per recommendations from City & Guilds to ensure candidates have the potential and opportunity to successfully complete the course.
Jobs and further study
On completion of this course, candidates will be able to confidently design, erect and verify electrical installations.
I've applied — what happens next?
As this course is categorised as part-time commercial training, it is not eligible for any fee waiver or funding via the College. The student is liable for the payment of fees, unless an external training grant or employer support is confirmed at time of booking.