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Careers in the electrotechnical industry

Industry employment | Work experience | Electrician careers and qualifications | Apprenticeships in this industry

The ECA recommends all enquiries on the above career topics be made to SummitSkills, the government-appointed Sector Skills Council for the Building Services Engineering industry.

Visit SummitSkills website
SummitSkills 'Good Day' Careers website
Careers Advice Line: Telephone: 0800 0688 336

Related links and useful information sources

The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS): An ECS card and (compulsory) Health & Safety qualfication is required for all commercial/industrial work - Visit the ECS website

The Joint Industry Board (JIB) manages the ECS scheme in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and can provide information to card applicants - Visit the JIB website or call 0844 847 5098

An Electrotechnical NVQ Level 3 is the only qualification in this industry which leads to the status of fully qualified electrician - For NVQ Level 3 courses, contact your local college or training provider directly; For more advice visit SummitSkills website or call 0800 0688 336

National Electrotechnical Training (NET) runs the AM2 and FICA practical Assessment of Occupational Competency (AOC). Visit the NET website

Part P of the Building Regulations requires those who offer electrical installation services in the domestic market to prove they are competent, and their work must (legally) comply with this part of the regulations. For further information about becoming a domestic electrical installer, Part P and the requirements of the BREC/ECA and ELECSA Part P Competent Person Schemes visit the PartP website.

JTL Training can help 16 - 19-year-olds on their way to an apprenticeship. For further information visit the JTL website or call 0800 085 2308

ECA Employers may be recruiting apprentices; ECA recommends those seeking employment write directly to the companies of their choice enclosing a CV. Find ECA member companies in your area

ECA offers CPD-accredited short courses which are open to all; funding for ECA members and other training and education services - For more information view our training pages

Voltimum is the electrical industry portal, with information across a broad range of areas in addition to job listings. Go to the Voltimum website

Various government, regional and local funding initiatives are available to those considering entering the industry or those who wish to upskill and become fully qualified. For funding information and assistance, contact SummitSkills, BusinessLink or your local college or training provider for electrotechnical training.