City & Guilds 2391-52 Level 3 Award in Inspection & Testing

Who is this course for?

This qualification is designed for experienced electricians who already hold a formal Level 3 qualification and wish to gain a recognised certificate in both Initial Verification and Periodic Inspection & Testing of electrical installations.

It is ideal for those looking to become a Qualified Supervisor under Competent Person Schemes such as NICEIC or NAPIT.

What are the Benefits?

Increase Your Earning Potential
Qualified inspectors and testers can often command higher rates than electricians who are limited to installation work alone.

Unlock Additional Revenue Streams
Add services such as:

• Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs)
• Periodic inspections
• Landlord inspections
• Commercial testing
• Certification and verification work

These services can generate valuable recurring income for your business

Essential for Expanding into Commercial Work
Many commercial clients expect contractors to have inspection and testing capability in-house rather than relying on third-party specialists.

Future-Proof Your Skills
As electrical installations become increasingly complex, the ability to inspect, test and certify work remains a highly valued skill within the industry.

Support Compliance and Safety
Gain the knowledge needed to assess installations against current regulations and identify potential issues before they become costly or dangerous.

What Does It Cover?

This combined qualification replaces the former 2394 & 2395 courses. Learners will gain the skills and confidence to safely inspect, test, verify, and certify electrical installations.

Key areas of study include:

• Regulations and legal requirements

• Initial and periodic inspection and testing procedures

• Test sequencing and interpretation of results

• Certification and documentation processes

• Fault finding and safe isolation techniques

• Correct use of multifunction testers

• Application of classification codes in reporting