PAT testing course

Ipswich, Suffolk

1 Day (9am to 4pm)

£234.00 (£195 +VAT)

Our Competent Person course for PAT testing is based around the IET Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing. The course provides students with the necessary practical skills and technical knowledge needed to be a competent person for PAT testing. We focus on hands-on learning and make use of practical examples wherever possible to cover the syllabus. We deliberately keep our class sizes small, maximum 8 people, allowing students to ask questions and receive individual guidance from our experienced instructors. Following the course, students will be able to inspect and test all electrical equipment commonly found in the workplace, from office equipment to power tools.

Students will receive a certificate of competence upon successful completion of a practical assessment. We also provide a comprehensive PAT training manual and students will have access to our technical helpline for advice and guidance following the course.

This course is suitable for anyone looking to carry the inspection and testing of electrical equipment within the workplace. No previous electrical experience or qualifications are required, however we do recommend reading through our training manual before attending.



Course DateVenuePricePlaces
27 September 2021Ipswich£234.00 (£195 +VAT)

Can I carry out PAT testing after I have completed the course, or do I also need the C&G qualification?

The legal requirement is that the person carrying out the testing must be competent. There is no requirement for any formal qualifications. Our PAT Competent Person course is designed to provide the technical knowledge and practical skills required to be competent.

Do I need to regularly renew the training.

A refresher course may be advisable if you have not done any testing for a long period of time, but again this is based on competency, provided you are still competent, there is no requirement to undertake any further training.

Does the course certificate have an expiry date?

Does the course certificate have an expiry date?

Do I need to purchase a PAT tester before attending the course?

No, we provide test instruments to use on the course. It is generally better to attend a course first before purchasing any equipment. You will have the opportunity to use various types of test equipment on the course and we can also offer advice on the most suitable for your needs.

I don’t have any previous electrical experience, will I be okay to attend the course?

Previous electrical experience is not required, however we would recommend reading our training manual before attending. The training manual can be viewed via your course account.

Does the course just cover the testing portable appliances?

The term ‘Portable Appliance Testing’ (PAT) can be misleading. The course covers the inspection and testing of all electrical equipment.

Do I need to purchase a copy of the IET Code of Practice?

All students will receive a Plugtest training manual which is based on the IET Code of Practice. Although it is useful to have a copy of the IET Code of Practice for future reference, it is not essential for the Competent Person course.

City and Guilds 2377-77 qualification

Ipswich, Suffolk

2 Days (9am to 4pm)

£390.00 (£325 +VAT)

The City & Guilds course is primarily aimed at those looking to carry out the inspection and testing as a service and require the City & Guilds 2377 qualification to join a professional membership association, such as NICEIC.

The course is run over two days and combines both practical and theory elements to cover the City & Guilds syllabus. The assessment is comprised of two elements, a practical assignment (Unit 702) and a 1 hour 45 minute exam (Unit 701). Upon successful completion, candidates will gain the City & Guilds 2377-77 qualification.

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, however the course assumes that those attending have a good understanding of basic electrical principles. Candidates must also have a copy of the IET Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment 5th edition. We provide a Plugtest training manual and practice mock exams that can be accessed via the course account to study before attending.


Venue: Ipswich
Price: £390.00 (£325 +VAT)



Do I need to have the City & Guilds qualification to carry out PAT testing.

There is no requirement to have the qualification. For most people, our PAT Competent Person course is suitable. However, if you are looking to offer PAT testing as a service to customers, it is advisable to have the C & G qualification as this is a requirement of most professional membership associations.

Do I need to have a copy of the IET Code of Practice?

Yes, you must have a copy of the IET Code of Practice for the City & Guilds course. The exam is open book and there is information within tables that you will need to look up. This should be the latest 5th edition, ISBN-13: 978-1-78561-966-3.

Are there any entry requirements for the exam?

The minimum age for exam registration is 18 and you must have photo ID to take the assessments.

Do I need to have any previous electrical experience to attend the C&G course.

There is no requirement for any previous electrical qualifications, however we recommend that you have a good understanding of basic electrical principles. As a minimum, you should have a good understanding of Ohm's Law and multiples and sub-multiples of electrical units.

Is there an exam?

Yes. The C & G exam is 1 hour 45 minutes with 50 multiple choice questions. The pass mark is 80%. You may refer to the IET Code of Practice during the exam, however any other notes or material is not allowed.

Do you have any mock exams available?

Yes, you will be able to access our online mock exams via your course account. We also go through mock exam questions on the course. We have a shortened free mock exam available to give you an idea of the format of the exam and the type of questions asked.

If I fail the exam, is there a resit option?

Yes, if you fail the exam, you can do an exam only resit. The cost of the resit is £85+VAT.

Do you have syllabus for the course?

Yes, you can find more information on the City & Guilds 2377-77 course content here