17th Edition Training > Choose from three different yet equally as effective learning methods:

Classroom Learning

We offer the traditional method of classroom learning for the 17th Edition Wiring Regulations course. We boast over 60 training venues across the UK, so we are usually able to send you to a venue within 10 miles radius of where you are located. Please use our 'post code search' to locate the closest venue to yourself or to refine your search further.

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Online | eLearning

Trade Skills also offers the City & Guilds 17th Edition course as an eLearning package and this is our most flexible method of learning. After you have booked your 17th Edition eLearning course, we will provide you with unique login details for your course. You can work through the course at your own pace via the internet in the comfort of your own home or wherever suits you best. You can start the course immediately if you wish. When you are ready to take the City & Guilds 17th Edition exam, we will arrange for an instructor to come to you... it couldn't possibly be anymore convenient for our customers!

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On-Site Training

Last but not least we can arrange for the City & Guilds 17th Edition training course to be run at your company premises. For organisations that require training for a number of delegates, we can offer large savings. The instructor would come to your premises to deliver the course. Please call our support team on 0844 330 7382 to discuss this option further.

All three learning methods are available for both the Full 17th Edition course (2382-12). All our courses are City & Guilds Accredited and our tutors all fully qualifed in all aspects of electrical teaching. Should you have any questions, don't hesitate to call us on 0844 3307382. Please see below for more information:

City & Guilds 2382-12 17th Edition Course Overview

17th Edition courses are primarily aimed at practicing electricians with relevant electrical industry experience, domestic electrical installers and other allied professionals e.g. electrical engineers, contracts managers, designers, consultants, surveyors, and other related trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of IEE Wiring Regulations.

City & Guilds 17th Edition training courses may also be suitable for anyone requiring an understanding of BS 7671 (17th Edition Regs), although prior knowledge in basic electrical science is useful.

Upon completion of the City & Guilds 17th Edition training course it is intended to ensure that individuals will be conversant with the format, content and application of the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671: 2008 (17th Edition).

Approach To 17th Edition Course & Assessment

The course consists of classroom instruction and culminates in a multiple choice online test covering the underpinning knowledge relating to the content and application of BS 7671 17th Edition.

The exam is 'open book', which means that during the two hour exam you will be able to refer to the 17th edition book regulations book.

Course Content

There are eight units making up the course relating to Parts 1-7 and the Appendices of BS 7671:2008: Scope, object and fundamental principles.

    - Definitions
    - Assessment of general characteristics
    - Protection for safety
    - Selection and erection of equipment
    - Inspection and testing
    - Special installations or locations
    - Appendices

Course Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for candidates undertaking this City & Guilds qualification. However, centres must ensure that candidates have the potential and opportunity to successfully gain the qualification. It is expected that candidates will have basic knowledge of electrical science.