now. BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 — the Amendment 4 update to the IET Wiring Regulations published in April 2026 — is the current standard, and every electrician working across Basingstoke and the surrounding area needs a valid City & Guilds 2382-26 certificate to demonstrate compliance.

At MJ Electrical Training, we have made that process as simple and affordable as possible — a fully online course you can study from anywhere in Basingstoke or North Hampshire, with weekly exam availability and convenient local centre options in Southampton, Guildford and Portsmouth.

Why Basingstoke Electricians Need to Act Now

Basingstoke is one of the South East’s most active commercial and industrial centres — home to major logistics operations, a thriving business park sector, significant retail and commercial development, and a busy domestic installation market. Electricians and contractors across the town are working on installations every day that must comply with the current version of BS 7671.

Amendment 4 (A4:2026) brings meaningful changes to the regulations — not cosmetic tweaks. Updates to stationary secondary batteries (Chapter 57), prosumer installations (Chapter 82), safety services (Chapter 56), surge protective devices and revised model certification forms all affect how electrical work is designed, installed and certified across Basingstoke and the wider region. If your certificate predates April 2026, it does not cover these changes.

The City & Guilds 2382-26 exam reflects the full A4 standard. Passing it confirms to employers, clients and scheme operators that your knowledge is current — and that is increasingly what the market in Basingstoke expects.

Both NICEIC and NAPIT require their approved contractors to hold a valid, up to date 18th Edition qualification. If you are a scheme member in Basingstoke or looking to join, checking your certification is current is a must.

Basingstoke’s busy construction sector also means many site electricians need to carry both a current 18th Edition certificate and a valid site access card. If you need to renew or obtain your ECS Card, CSCS Card or SHEA Power Card, our sister company MJ Training Solutions delivers specialist health and safety site access training weekly online via MS Teams — no travel required.

Study Online — From Basingstoke or Anywhere in North Hampshire

Our 18th Edition course is 100% online and completely self-paced. Whether you are based in Basingstoke town centre, working out on the Chineham Business Park, running jobs across Tadley and the surrounding villages or travelling across North Hampshire daily, you can fit the study around your schedule without any disruption to your working week.

There are no fixed classroom days, no early morning drives to a training centre and no need to take annual leave. You access the course through our online platform, work through the content at your own pace and book your exam when you feel confident and ready — from home or at a nearby centre.

The course is aligned with the current BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 standard and covers the full City & Guilds 2382-26 syllabus — everything you need to pass the exam and apply the regulations with confidence across Basingstoke and North Hampshire.

📚 What the Course Covers

Our course content follows the structure of BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 from start to finish and includes:

• Scope and fundamental principles of electrical installation design and practice
• Key updates introduced by Amendment 4 — what has changed and what it means in practice
• Protection against electric shock, overcurrent, overvoltage and fire
• Wiring systems and installation methods, including cable selection and reference methods
• Special installations and locations — Part 7 requirements including bathrooms, EV charging and solar PV
• Prosumer installations — the new Chapter 82 requirements
• Stationary secondary batteries — updated Chapter 57
• Inspection, testing and certification — Part 6 requirements and the updated model certification forms
• Appendices including updated tables, correction factors and earthing guidance

The exam is an open-book, 2-hour multiple-choice paper. You use your copy of BS 7671 throughout — exactly as the City & Guilds 2382-26 assessment is designed to be taken. The course builds your ability to navigate the regulations quickly and accurately under exam conditions, which is the skill that makes the difference on the day.

🏡 Flexible Exam Options — Home or Local Centre

We offer two exam formats to suit professionals across Basingstoke and North Hampshire:

Home-Based Exam

Sit your exam from home anywhere in Basingstoke or the surrounding area. Fully invigilated via webcam, available every week — all you need is a quiet room, a reliable internet connection and your copy of BS 7671. Results are typically back the same day. No travel, no disruption, no fuss.

Centre-Based Exam

Prefer a supervised exam room? Choose from exam centres convenient for Basingstoke candidates:

• Southampton — a quick and straightforward journey down the M3
• Guildford — ideal for candidates on the North Hampshire and Surrey border
• Portsmouth — accessible via the M3 and M27 for those working in the east of the county

Both options lead to the same City & Guilds 2382-26 certification — fully accredited, nationally recognised and accepted by NICEIC and NAPIT approved contractors and professional bodies across the South and the wider UK.

💷 Complete Package — Just £288.00 Inc VAT

Everything you need is included in one straightforward price — £288.00 Inc VAT:

✅ Full online course access

✅ Your City & Guilds 2382-26 exam fee

✅ Expert support from enrolment to certification

✅ No hidden costs or surprise extras

For electricians and contractors working across Basingstoke and North Hampshire, this represents exceptional value for a fully accredited course and exam package that fits around your life.

👉 Book your place here

🛠️ Who Should Take This Course?

The 18th Edition qualification is essential for a wide range of professionals working across Basingstoke, Hook, Tadley, Fleet and the wider North Hampshire area, including:

• Practicing electricians updating from an earlier version of the regulations
• Domestic and commercial electrical installers
• Electrical engineers and design engineers
• Maintenance technicians working on fixed electrical installations across Basingstoke’s commercial and industrial sites
• Electrical contractors responsible for compliance and certification
• Professionals involved in inspection, testing and condition reporting
• Site electricians working on the region’s residential and commercial developments

Whether you are renewing an expired qualification or sitting the 18th Edition for the first time, this course gives you everything you need to pass with confidence and keep working compliantly across Basingstoke and beyond.

🌟 Why Choose MJ Electrical Training?

MJ Electrical Training is a City & Guilds Approved Centre with a proven record of delivering high-quality online electrical training to professionals across Hampshire, the South East and the wider UK.

• 📍 Convenient Exam Centres — Southampton, Guildford and Portsmouth all within easy reach of Basingstoke
• 🎓 City & Guilds Approved — fully accredited, industry-recognised certification
• ⭐ 5-Star Rated — trusted by electricians and contractors across Hampshire and the UK
• 💬 Expert Support — from the moment you enrol through to receiving your certificate
• 📅 Weekly Exams — home-based or centre-based, book when you are ready
• ⚡ Fast Results — same-day results in most cases
• 🏆 High Pass Rates — professional tutors with real-world industry knowledge
• 🔗 Site Access Cards — need your ECS, CSCS or SHEA Power Card? Visit MJ Training Solutions

🔧 Other Courses Available

Alongside the 18th Edition, MJ Electrical Training also offers:

• City & Guilds 2391-52 — Inspection & Testing (centre-based, Manchester and West London)
• City & Guilds 2393-10 — Part P Domestic Building Regulations (online, UK-wide)
• SHEA Power — Remote training via MS Teams, EUSR-approved

For ECS Cards, CSCS Cards and SHEA Power Cards, visit MJ Training Solutions — weekly online training via MS Teams for electrical and construction professionals across the UK.

📝 Course at a Glance

🚀 Ready to Book Your Place?

Amendment 4 is in force and the Basingstoke electrical market is moving with it. Whether you are a time-served electrician bringing your qualification up to date or a newer professional sitting the 18th Edition exam for the first time, MJ Electrical Training gives you the flexibility, the expert support and the accreditation to get certified without taking time away from your work.

📖 Find out more and book your place here

📞 Call us on 01934 752500

💻 Visit: mjelectricaltraining.co.uk

Enrol today — study online from Basingstoke, sit your exam locally or from home, and get your City & Guilds 2382-26 certification in BS 7671:2018+A4:2026.

MJ Electrical Training — City & Guilds Approved Centre | Online Courses | Basingstoke, North Hampshire & UK-Wide

Need your ECS Card, CSCS Card or SHEA Power Card? Visit MJ Training Solutions — weekly online training via MS Teams for construction and electrical professionals across the UK.