18th Edition Course Near Me
MJ Electrical Training has 18th edition test centres located across the UK, where you can take the City & Guilds 18th edition 2382-22 final exam on a weekly basis.
Other options include taking the examination from home, being remotely invigilated by City & Guilds, or from your workplace.
Same-day results, City & Guilds e-certificate within one week and hard copy certificates within four weeks from the examination date. Best Prices available…
18th Edition Exam Test Centre Locations...
Venues are subject to change, update to date list available at checkout.
Scotland
- Union St, Aberdeen AB11 6DB
- Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 1JE
- Union St, Glasgow G1 3QS
Wales
- Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BS
- Alexandra Rd, Swansea SA1 5ED
North England
- Bank St, Sheffield S1 2DR
- Bixteth St, Liverpool L3 9JR
- Hopwood Ln, Halifax HX1 5ER
- Savile Mount, Leeds LS7 3HZ
- Collingwood St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1JF
- Newport Rd, Middlesbrough TS1 1LA
- Sankey St, Warrington WA1 1SG
Middle England
- Queensway, Birmingham WM B4 7LR
- St Andrew's St, Cambridge CB2 3BZ
- King St, Leicester LE1 6RX
- Theatre Square, Nottingham NG1 6LG
- Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK9 3GN
London (Inside M25)
- Lansdowne Rd, Croydon CR9 2ER
- Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2RP
- Broadway, London E15 1NT
- Silver St, Enfield EN1 3EF
- St Albans Rd, Watford WD24 5BD
- St John's Rd, Isleworth TW7 6NL
South England
- Old Christchurch Rd, Bournemouth BH1 1NL
- Wilbury Villas, Brighton and Hove BN3 6AH
- North End, Portsmouth PO2 8FA
- Eastgate St, Southampton SO14 3HB
- Moulsham St, Chelmsford CM2 0JD
- Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DB
- High Street, Guildford GU1 3BJ
- Locks Hill, Southend-on-Sea SS4 1BB
- high street, Maidenhead SL6 1LX
- Friars Street, Reading, RG1 1DX
- Market Square, Bromley BR1 1NA
South East England
- High Street Maidstone ME14 1SR
- Honeywood Rd, Dover CT16 3EH
South West England
- Waterloo Rd, Bristol BS2 0BH
- Moon Street, Plymouth PL4 0AL
- North St, Taunton TA1 1LX
- Yeoford Way, Exeter EX2 8LB
What is in the final examination?
The final City & Guilds 18th edition 2382-22 examination, is a 2-hour online multiple-choice test. The percentage pass mark is 60%. This equals answering 36 questions or more correctly out of 60. The final examination follows the following structure:
| Learning outcome | Number of questions | % of the final examination | Relates to which questions in the exam? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Understand the scope, object and fundamental principles of BS 7671. | 4 | 7% | Questions 1 – 4 |
| 2. Understand the definitions used within BS 7671 | 2 | 3% | Questions 5 – 6 |
| 3. Understand how to assess the general characteristics of electrical installations. | 6 | 10% | Questions 7 – 12 |
| 4. Understand requirements of protection for safety for electrical installations. | 15 | 25% | Questions 13 – 27 |
| 5. Understand the requirements for the selection and erection of equipment for electrical installations. | 14 | 23% | Questions 28 – 41 |
| 6. Understand the requirements of inspection and testing of electrical installations. | 4 | 7% | Questions 42 – 45 |
| 7. Understand the requirements of special installations or locations as identified in BS 7671. | 7 | 12% | Questions 46 – 52 |
| 8. Understand the requirements of prosumer’s low voltage electrical installations. | 3 | 5% | Questions 53 – 55 |
| Understand the appendices of BS 7671. | 5 | 8% | Questions 56 – 60 |
How long will it take to get my 18th edition certificate?
Successful candidates receive a City & Guilds electronic certificate emailed to them within seven working days after passing the exam, and a hard copy version follows within four weeks.
You will only need the electronic version for CPS schemes like the NICEIC or NAPIT, the JIB, and most employers.
It is essential when you complete the enrolment process, candidates use the name they would like displayed on their certificates. This information will be used when registering with City & Guilds.
It’s entirely possible to complete the final examination and be certificated within ten days of enrolment.
For more information and answers to other frequently asked questions on the 18th edition online course with final City & Guilds exam please use the link below…
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Course at a glance...
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Qualification | City & Guilds 2382-26 |
| Standard | BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 |
| Format | 100% online, self-paced |
| Study time | 30–40 hours estimated |
| Price | £288.00 Inc VAT — course and exam included |
| Exam options | Home-based (webcam invigilated) or centre-based in Sheffield |
| Exam format | Open-book, 2 hours, 60 multiple-choice questions |
| Book required | BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 — the new orange book |
| Results | Typically same-day |
| Exam frequency | Weekly |
18th Edition Course Near Me — City & Guilds 2382-26 | BS 7671:2018+A4:2026
Online Learning | Weekly Exams | Home or Centre-Based | UK-Wide | £288.00 Inc VAT
The 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations were first released in July 2018, and from 1st January 2019 all new electrical installations in the UK have been required to comply with this version of the standard. Since then, the regulations have been updated through a series of amendments — the most recent being Amendment 4:2026, published in April 2026.
MJ Electrical Training delivers the City & Guilds 2382-26 examination — the current qualification covering BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 — entirely online, with weekly exam sittings across 38 UK centres and from home. Whether you’re searching for an 18th Edition course near you or simply need to sit the exam, you’ll find everything you need here.
What Is the 18th Edition?
The 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations refers to the 18th edition of the British Standard BS 7671:2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations. It is a comprehensive set of regulations governing the design, installation and maintenance of electrical systems up to 1000 volts AC. The regulations are published by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and are universally known across the industry as the 18th Edition Wiring Regs.
The current version is BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 — the orange book incorporating Amendment 4, published April 2026. This is the version required for the City & Guilds 2382-26 examination. Candidates sitting the exam must use this edition during the open-book paper. Earlier versions of the book are not suitable for use in the current exam.
Why Is the 18th Edition Critical?
The 18th Edition Wiring Regulations are the foundation of electrical safety practice in the UK. For electricians, associated trades, trainees and anyone entering the industry, holding a current qualification is not simply advisable — it is a professional and often legal necessity.
Safety
The regulations’ primary purpose is to ensure the safety of people and property. Electrical systems present significant risks when not designed and installed correctly. BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 minimises the likelihood of electric shock, fire and other hazards by providing strict, detailed requirements for all aspects of electrical installation work.
Compliance
Adherence to the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations is a legal requirement in the United Kingdom. Compliance is necessary to meet the standards set by the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, which places a legal duty on employers, employees and self-employed individuals to ensure electrical safety in the workplace.
Technical Advances
The regulations are regularly updated to keep pace with technological change and industry best practice. Amendment 4:2026 incorporates the latest developments in electrical engineering — including updates to prosumer installations, EV charging infrastructure and energy storage systems — ensuring that electrical professionals are working to a standard that reflects current technology and current risk.
Competence and Certification
The regulations place a clear emphasis on competence. They require electricians and professionals involved in the design, installation, inspection and maintenance of electrical systems to possess the necessary knowledge and skills. Holding a current City & Guilds 2382-26 certificate demonstrates exactly that to employers, clients and approving bodies.
Consumer Protection
BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 provides guidelines for electrical installations across residential, commercial and industrial settings, ensuring consumers are protected against electrical hazards. Compliance offers confidence to consumers and protects them from substandard or unsafe electrical work.
Liability, Compliance and Career Progression
Holding a current 18th Edition qualification is a prerequisite across many areas of the industry, including:
- Obtaining professional indemnity and public liability insurance to work on electrical installations
- Joining government-backed competent person schemes such as NICEIC or NAPIT
- Applying for or renewing a JIB ECS Gold Card
- Demonstrating continued professional development to prospective employers and principal contractors
- Progressing to further electrical qualifications including the City & Guilds 2391-52 Inspection & Testing
Amendment 4:2026 is now in force. If your existing certificate pre-dates April 2026, it no longer reflects the current version of BS 7671. Both NICEIC and NAPIT are asking approved contractors to demonstrate current Amendment 4 competence at assessment — and the 2382-26 is the recognised route to achieving that.
How the Course Works
The MJ Electrical Training course is delivered entirely online and is completely self-paced. There are no fixed start dates, no classroom sessions and no requirement to travel for study. Once you enrol, you receive immediate access to the full course material, structured chapter by chapter to follow the layout of BS 7671:2018+A4:2026.
The content is written for practising electricians and contractors — practical, clearly set out and built around the open-book exam format. Most candidates complete the study in two to four weeks alongside full-time work, though the platform remains accessible until you are ready to sit.
When you are ready, you choose a weekly exam slot — at one of our 38 UK centres or from home via webcam — and take the two-hour open-book multiple-choice paper. Results typically come through the same day, with your City & Guilds e-certificate available within 48 hours of passing.
Find a Centre Near You
MJ Electrical Training has exam centres across the UK — weekly sittings available at all locations.
South East: Bromley, Croydon, Dover, Enfield, Guildford, Hounslow, London Central, London West, Watford, Southend, Stratford
South West: Brighton, Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth, Portsmouth, Southampton, Taunton
Midlands: Birmingham, Ipswich, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Nottingham
North: Halifax, Hull, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Newcastle, Sheffield, Warrington
Scotland: Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow
Wales: Cardiff, Swansea
Can’t find a centre nearby — or prefer not to travel? The home-based webcam exam is available every week and runs to exactly the same standard as a centre-based sitting.
Ready to Book?
The course is open now. Weekly exam slots are available across all 38 UK centres and via home webcam. Study online from anywhere in the UK, sit when you’re ready, and receive your result typically the same day.
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