Are you a practising electrician with years of hands-on industry experience? Do you want to unlock new opportunities but find your lack of formal recognition is holding you back?
If this sounds familiar, there is a solution. The Experienced Worker Assessment (EWA) offers a practical and achievable pathway to gaining the credentials that match your experience.
The EWA is tailored to electricians like you, who have been working in the industry for at least five years but haven’t completed an apprenticeship or achieved an equivalent recognised Level 3 vocational qualification.
Whether you’re an employed or self-employed electrician, you can complete the EWA in as little as three months and get your career moving forward – fully qualified to the industry Level 3 benchmark.
At NICEIC, we also offer flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost, making it easier for you to achieve your goals without financial strain.
Why choose the Experienced Worker Assessment with NICEIC?
NICEIC is the UK’s leading electrical certification body, trusted by thousands of electricians, householders and businesses.
We’re committed to continuous improvement in the sector by supporting electrical professionals to develop their businesses and raise industry standards.
We've been training the profession for more than 20 years, and our rigorous standards ensure that anyone certified by NICEIC meets the highest levels of competency and professionalism.
With NICEIC, you’re not just getting a certificate – you’re choosing quality, reliability, and a brighter future. With our support, you’ll have access to the best resources, expert assessors, and a network of industry-leading professionals.
How the process works
As a practising electrician, you need a qualification that recognises your existing achievements, so the assessment is structured around real-world evidence of your work.
At NICEIC, we also know you need to fit the completion of the qualification around your work schedule and other commitments, so you can continue earning a living.
Before you get started, you’ll need at least a Level 2 electrical qualification, and a minimum of five years’ experience working as an electrician (excluding any time spent in training).
The EWA process is straightforward and flexible.
- First you need to complete a Skills Scan – a self-assessment process that will help you understand the depth of knowledge, skills and experience expected to complete the assessment and work out if the EWA is right for you.
- Next, a follow-up technical discussion will be arranged to review and verify your Skills Scan. We will also go through a process called ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’ where we assess your existing qualifications, skills and experience against the EWA qualification criteria. For example, if you already hold the BS 7671 and initial verification qualifications, you won’t need to repeat these, making for a shorter overall process.
- You’ll then fill in any gaps needed to complete the Experienced Worker qualification. This will be done via a combination of on-site assessment, portfolio building and (if required) undertaking the BS 7671 and initial verification qualifications.
Once you’ve achieved the Experienced Worker qualification, you’ll need to undertake the AM2E Assessment at an independent NET centre and when successful, the Experienced Worker Assessment process is complete
Key benefits of choosing NICEIC for your Experienced Worker Assessment
The EWA is not a short cut to a qualification. It’s a formal recognition of your experience and skills, backed by evidence of your knowledge and rigorous assessments.
It allows you to be accredited against the same industry standards as your peers who have come through more traditional training routes.
Key features include:
- Our streamlined process allows you to achieve your qualification while continuing to work.
- Payment plans available – we offer flexible payment options, so you can spread the cost and manage your budget without stress.
- Qualify for your ECS gold card – on completion, you’ll be eligible to apply for an ECS Installation Electrician gold card.*
- Completing the EWA opens up access to a wide range of NICEIC schemes. Once you’ve completed the assessment, we can support you in applying for one of our electrotechnical schemes and, if successful, registering as an NICEIC qualified supervisor.
Candidates for NICEIC’s EWA are also automatically enrolled on our student scheme, allowing access to our Pocket Guide app, regular e-bulletins, free quarterly Connections magazine, and THE WIRE live and on-demand technical webinars, and technical advice and support.
And if you need to complete the BS 7671 and initial verification qualifications, we can organise these for you.
18th Edition Full Classroom Course
Combined Initial Verification & Periodic Inspection Course C&G 2391
*ECS HS&E assessment also required.
Why get qualified now?
With the EWA, you can formalise your skills and take advantage of new career opportunities faster than you might expect. In just a few months, you can be ready to apply for your ECS Installation Electrician gold card, allowing you to:
- work on larger contracts and higher-value projects that specify ECS cards as mandatory
- earn more as a fully qualified electrician
- gain recognition and credibility with clients and employers.
Achieving the EWA also meets the learner entry requirements for registration on ‘Electrician Plus’ aligned qualifications. These meet the mandatory technical competence requirements for qualified supervisors and employed persons responsible for installation of low carbon and renewable technologies.
This can open up new business areas in fast-growing sectors such as electric vehicle (EV) charging installation, solar PV and electric energy storage systems (EESS).
Flexible payment options
Investing in your career is a big decision and a big financial outlay. That’s why we offer flexible payment plans to help spread the cost.
You can start your journey today with manageable payments over time.
Why wait?
Don’t wait any longer to secure your future. With the EWA, you can become fully qualified in just a few months, boost your career prospects, and earn the industry-recognised ECS gold card.
Call us now or fill out the form below to take the first step.
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