EAL Electrical Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Test (Entry for Experienced Worker Route) (Level 3 equivalent)
The EWA test is exclusively for seasoned electricians who have substantial practical experience at around 10 years and have acquired significant scientific knowledge over this period, to allow entry onto the Experienced Worker Assessment route.
It is for those who do not possess one of the minimum Level 2 qualifications listed in the Skills Scan, but possess and can demonstrate wide-ranging knowledge and understanding of electrical theory and its application to the role of a qualified electrician.
Eligibility Criteria
In order to be accepted onto the test, you must meet the experience requirements detailed in the EWA Skills Scan.
This test is not for new entrants to the electrotechnical industry, apprentices or other trainees, or those with limited ‘practising’ experience. They are for candidates with substantial practical work experience and substantial acquired knowledge across the range of activities set out in the applicable Skills Scan.
Who’s it Suitable For?
Typically, candidates may be qualified supervisors or experienced workers with substantial work experience, typically over 10 years, who never formally completed a full L2 or L3 electrical theory qualification. The training provider will make a rounded judgement before they seek approval for you to sit this test.
Who’s it not suitable for?
This is not a short cut into the EWA. It is a Level 3 equivalent test and not suitable for learners with experience limited in scope or duration.
Test Location and Dates
You will need to physically attend one of our centres in either Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth or Redruth. The assessment is 100 minutes in duration and comprises 50 questions. The test is only available over a scheduled three-week assessment window, four times a year. You will need to sit the test, and any re-sits, within your given three-week window. Your training provider will be able to explain more about this.
The tests are delivered in the same secure manner as a regulated qualification.
Progression onto the Experienced Worker Assessment
After successfully completing the Electrical Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Test, you must them enrol onto the Experienced Worker Qualification within six months.
Cost
£156+VAT
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