18th Edition C&G 2382

Overview

City & Guilds 2382 is the Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations, commonly called the "18th Edition" qualification. It covers BS 7671, the IET Wiring Regulations, and shows that a candidate is up to date with the current regulations on wiring and the safe use and operation of electrical equipment and systems.

Who can apply

City & Guilds describes it as suited to practising electricians who need to update their certification to the latest edition of the regulations, and to newly qualified electricians who need to gain the certificate. It can also lead on to work as an inspector or surveyor, or to the 2392 qualification in inspection, testing, design and certification.

Exam pattern

The qualification has one core unit, Requirements for electrical installations update to BS 7671:2018. It is offered as a one-day refresher course or as a full qualification, with 35 guided learning hours. City & Guilds publishes an on-screen sample test for each version; the number of questions, time allowed and pass mark are not stated on the public page.

Versions

Two versions are listed, both under accreditation number 603/3319/4:

• 2382-26: the latest version, based on Amendment 4 of BS 7671:2018. Centres must use it from 16 April 2026. Last registration date is 31 December 2029.

• 2382-22: the previous version, based on Amendment 2 and the May 2023 corrigendum. It can be registered until 31 July 2026, and the last opportunity to take the on-screen test is 15 October 2026.

Fees

As listed on the official site in 2026, the typical price in the UK is £69.00 per completed learner for either version. This is the price most often paid by a centre, and VAT may apply.

How to apply

Learners enrol through a City & Guilds approved centre, which registers them and delivers the course. Centres add the learner's email address at registration so a digital credential can be issued.

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