Entry Requirements for EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification – Workplace Assessment & AM2E Exam

At MOS Training, we deliver this nationally recognised qualification for electricians with existing site experience who want to gain formal recognition and progress to Installation Electrician status. The qualification follows the Experienced Worker Assessment Route and includes workplace assessment and the AM2E final competence test.

Who Can Take This Course?

✔ Practising electricians with at least 5 years of experience on-site
✔ Workers who have not previously completed an electrical apprenticeship or NVQ
✔ Electricians looking to apply for a JIB Gold Card or formal ECS recognition

Required Experience

✔ Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in electrical installation
✔ Practical experience in first fix, second fix, inspection, testing, and fault-finding
✔ Access to live site work to gather evidence for portfolio completion

You must also hold:

✔ 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification (current version)
✔ Level 3 Initial Verification qualification (e.g. EAL Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations)

If you do not yet hold these, we can help you obtain them as part of your training plan.

How It Works

This is a workplace-assessed qualification supported by structured guidance from our experienced assessors. To complete the qualification, you’ll need to:

✔ Build a portfolio of on-site performance evidence across all required units
✔ Complete short written assessments and professional discussions (no classroom tests)
✔ Sit the AM2E Assessment at a NET-approved centre — the final step to becoming fully qualified

Training and assessment are delivered from our Loughton, Essex centre, with support tailored to your experience level and evidence availability.

Ready to gain the recognition your skills deserve? Speak with our team today and begin your Experienced Worker qualification journey ⚡

Qualification Structure for EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification

The EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification is a nationally recognised route designed specifically for experienced electricians who want to become fully qualified installation electricians. This competence-based qualification validates existing skills and knowledge through workplace evidence and culminates in the AM2E assessment.

How the Qualification Works

This qualification is based entirely on workplace performance and does not include classroom delivery. It is tailored for electricians with a minimum of five years’ industry experience and provides a formal path to achieve industry-recognised status.

Candidates are supported in gathering workplace evidence across all units, complemented by short written assignments and professional discussions. The qualification is completed with the AM2E — the experienced worker version of the final occupational competence test.

What the Assessment Covers

✔ Understanding and applying health, safety, and environmental legislation
✔ Organising and overseeing work activities in an electrical setting
✔ Planning and preparing installation tasks in buildings and structures
✔ Installing wiring systems and electrotechnical equipment
✔ Terminating and connecting conductors and cables
✔ Inspecting, testing, and certifying completed installations
✔ Diagnosing and correcting electrical faults
✔ The AM2E assessment at a NET-approved centre to confirm occupational competence

How You’ll Be Assessed

✔ A work-based portfolio showing evidence of competence against each unit
✔ Short written questions and professional discussions with your assessor
✔ The AM2E Final Assessment — includes safe isolation, fault finding, initial verification, and installation tasks

This qualification is ideal for experienced electricians who want to gain formal recognition, progress to ECS/JIB grading, and become fully qualified installation electricians. Begin your path to certification with MOS Training today ⚡

Key Areas Covered in the EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification

The EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification is a nationally recognised route for practicing electricians who want to become fully qualified Installation Electricians. Designed to align with the latest occupational standards, this qualification validates the practical skills and theoretical knowledge that experienced professionals already use on-site.

Core Knowledge & Skill Areas

This qualification assesses both on-the-job performance and underpinning knowledge. Learners must demonstrate that they meet the required standards through a combination of portfolio evidence and a final AM2E competence assessment.

✔ Health, Safety & Environmental Legislation – Demonstrating safe working practices in compliance with current laws and regulations
✔ Electrical Scientific Principles – Understanding and applying electrical theory to support sound, safe decision-making on-site
✔ Planning & Preparation of Electrical Work – Organising resources, reading drawings, and selecting tools and materials correctly
✔ Installation of Wiring Systems – Installing cables and equipment across a range of environments to industry standards
✔ Inspection, Testing & Commissioning – Verifying electrical systems are safe and functional before handover
✔ Fault Finding & Rectification – Diagnosing faults accurately and applying safe, effective repair methods
✔ Documentation & Compliance – Completing records, reports, and paperwork required to meet legal and organisational standards

Qualification Details

This qualification includes 7 mandatory units, covering both knowledge and performance criteria. It has a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 804 hours and Guided Learning Hours (GLH) of 499. It also includes the AM2E assessment, taken at an approved NET centre, as the final step in demonstrating full occupational competence.

Progression Opportunities

Once qualified, learners can further enhance their career prospects by pursuing:

• EAL Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations

• EAL Level 3 Award in the Periodic Inspection, Testing & Certification of Electrical Installations

• EAL Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations

• Recognition by the Joint Industry Board (JIB) – For gold card status as a fully qualified Installation Electrician

This qualification is ideal for electricians with at least five years of site experience, looking to formalise their skills and achieve full recognition as a competent professional. Enrol with MOS Training and take the next step in your electrical career! ⚡