Certify your skills with ECS

The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme accredits the qualifications and experience of workers in the electrotechnical industry. Home to the ECS Registered Electrician and ECS Check

Important Announcements

Introduction of the 18th Edition

Information on the 18th Edition qualification recognised by the JIB and ECS, and how existing cardholders can update their cards.

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Change is coming - are you affected?

Some important changes are being introduced to the ECS scheme that will take effect from 2019 across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. These new rules will apply to existing cardholders and those wishing to apply to the scheme for the first time. 

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How do I become qualified as an Electrician?

Read more about what the industry classes as 'qualified' and the different routes to become an electrician whether you're just leaving school, changing career or have experience and need to qualify as an electrician…

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ECS Registered Electrician

Shine a light on your gold standard by becoming an ECS Registered Electrician

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Need your first ECS card?

Take a look at our help and advice to get you started with your first ECS card application

Application Help

Need to renew your card?

Renewing your ECS card is easy - follow a few simple steps and away you go...

Renew Your Card

Health & Safety Assessment

Find out more about the ECS Health and Safety Assessment, exemptions and what to do if you need to take one

More about the H&S Assessment

© JIB, 2018. The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme is administered in England, Wales and Northern Ireland by the Joint Industry Board. Applications and information throughout Scotland are administered by the Scottish Joint Industry Board.

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