EWA Assessment & ECS Gold Card Route
EAL approved centre delivering the Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (603/5982/1).
Serving experienced electricians in London, the South East, and across the UK. A structured experienced-worker route towards ECS Gold Card eligibility.
EWA to ECS Gold Card — Structured Experienced Worker Route
Already working as an electrician but need formal qualification? The EWA is designed for experienced professionals like you. Complete the Level 3 EWA qualification as part of your route towards applying for an ECS Gold Card.
EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (603/5982/1)
Full-scope Installation & Maintenance qualification through comprehensive assessment of your existing skills and experience.
Flexible Evidence Submission
Learners can upload assessment evidence via two secure and convenient methods:
- Direct upload to our secure SharePoint platform
- Through our dedicated iOS mobile application for on-the-go submissions
The Assessment Journey
What the EWA Process Looks Like
A practical, evidence-based qualification built around your real work. Here's how it works.
On-Site Assessment
Your assessor reviews your work in real environments — whether domestic, commercial, or industrial installations.
- • Workplace observation
- • Professional discussion
- • Practical demonstration
Evidence Collection
You capture photo and video evidence of your work using our iOS app. PPE must be visible in all assessment photos.
- • Photos of completed work
- • Video walkthroughs
- • Supporting documentation
Structured Support
Your assessor guides you through each unit, providing feedback and helping you complete efficiently.
- • Clear progress tracking
- • Regular assessor feedback
- • Portfolio review sessions
Mobile App
EWA Tracker for iOS
Track progress, upload evidence, and manage your qualification journey from anywhere.
Choose Route
Unit Progress
Evidence Hints
Upload Evidence
Assessor Dashboard
Choose Route
Unit Progress
Evidence Hints
Upload Evidence
Assessor View
Also available on iPad for larger screen management
Progress Tracking
Monitor completion across all units
Evidence Hints
Guidance on what evidence to upload per criteria
Evidence Upload
Photos, videos, and documents
SharePoint Sync
Enterprise-grade cloud storage
Assessor Feedback
Evidence status and assessor feedback updates
Why Get Your ECS Gold Card?
The ECS Gold Card is the industry standard for qualified electricians across the UK. Here's what it unlocks for your career.
Site Access
Gain entry to major construction sites that require ECS card verification for all electrical workers.
Proven Competence
Demonstrate your Level 3 qualification to clients, contractors, and employers with industry-recognised credentials.
Career Growth
Open doors to higher-paying contracts, supervisory roles, and specialist electrical work across the UK.
Eligibility Checker
Check your eligibility for the ECS Gold Card route based on qualifications, 18th Edition, and experience.
Check EligibilityPathway Checker
Determine the correct EAL 603/5982/1 pathway based on your BS 7671 status and I&T qualifications.
Check PathwayPricing
Clear, structured pricing for experienced electricians looking to complete the EAL Experienced Worker Assessment route.
Skills Scan / Eligibility Review
A short pre-enrolment review to confirm suitability for the Experienced Worker route.
This fee is deducted from the programme fee if you proceed to enrolment.
Standard EWA Service
- Initial assessment and onboarding
- Portfolio guidance and evidence planning
- Evidence review and assessor feedback
- Professional discussion
- Up to 2 observations
- Internal quality assurance and certification support
Gold EWA Service
- Everything in Standard
- Up to 4 observations
- Priority evidence review and feedback
- Additional scheduled progress reviews
- Enhanced assessor support throughout the programme
Not sure which option applies to you? Check your eligibility first before choosing Standard or Gold.
Check My EWA EligibilityEAL registration fee applies separately:
£224 for new registrations • £15 for transfer registrations
Additional observations outside the agreed package: £275 each
Important: EWA Tracker Ltd delivers the EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (603/5982/1) only. We do not offer 18th Edition, Inspection & Testing, or AM2 assessments - these must be arranged separately through approved training providers and NET assessment centres. We can recommend providers during your consultation.
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