Elec Training

At Elec Training, we’re always looking for ways to make the learner journey clearer, faster, and more convenient. Training as an electrician is a big commitment, so we want your digital experience to be as smooth as your time in…

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is one of the most practical and widely required services in the electrical sector. From schools and offices to l andlords and housing associations, every organisation that provides electrical equipment is under a duty to ensure…

Over the past few years, demand for electrical training has s urged to levels not seen in decades. From new entrants seeking a career change to experienced electricians looking to upskill, the need for structured training pathways has never been…

Choosing the right van is one of the biggest decisions a newly qualified or career-changing electrician will face. A van isn’t just a way of getting from A to B — it’s your mobile workshop, your storage hub, and often…

Becoming a qualified electrician is only the first part of the journey. Once you’ve completed your training, built your skills, and started gaining practical experience, the next step is deciding how to structure your working life. Many electricians choose to…

Across the trades, electricians continue to sit at the top of the pay table. Surveys show that electrical work is one of the most financially r ewarding routes for skilled workers, and despite the challenges of COVID-19, demand for qualified…

Breaking News – 18th edition amendment 4 now out   Keeping your BS 7671 knowledge current isn’t a tick-box exercise—it’s the bedrock of safe, compliant work and a key marker of professionalism in the UK. Amendment 2 to the 18th Edition landed…

Demand for solar PV is rising again as households and businesses look to cut bills, stabilise energy costs, and reduce carbon. That means more work for competent installers—especially those who can design tidy systems, commission them correctly, and explain performance…

Rising energy prices, time-of-use tariffs, and the switch to low-carbon tech are pushing homeowners to squeeze more value out of every kilowatt-hour. That’s why electrical energy storage systems (EESS)—most commonly lithium-ion battery systems—are moving from “nice to have” to “seriously…

The UK’s transition to cleaner transport has super-charged demand for competent EV charge-point installers. Alongside that growth, the qualification f ramework changed in September 2022: the legacy City & Guilds 2919 routes were retired and replaced by C&G 2921-31: Design…