New test to provide access to the Experienced Worker Assessment for electricians without qualifications
The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) has confirmed the availability of a new knowledge test that enables suitable candidates without a prior Level 2 qualification to establish their eligibility to undertake the Experienced Worker Assessment (EWA).
This new test, EAL's Electrical Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Tests (Entry for Experienced Worker Route) (Level 3 equivalent), also known as the EWA Entry Test, is currently on offer from just two EALapproved providers, NICEIC and NAPIT.
To qualify for these EWA tests, candidates should typically be qualified supervisors or experienced workers with substantial industry experience who never formally completed a full Level 2 or 3 electrical theory qualification.
TESP has emphasised that this new test is not a short cut into the EWA. It is a Level 3 equivalent test and not suitable for individuals with limited or narrowly focused experience.
Once a candidate has passed the EWA Entry Test, they will have a maximum of six months to enrol onto the EWA.
Further information is available on TESP's dedicated Experienced Worker Assessment website. ECA Members can access the free Education & Skills Helpline for advice and support with this new test.
This article appears on the eCA news and blog site as "New test will provide access to the Experienced Worker Assessment for electricians without qualifications" dated 29 July, 2025.
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