City & Guilds 2382-26 18th Edition (1 Day Update including Exam)

Course details

This 1‑day City & Guilds update course is designed for qualified electricians and other electrical professionals who already hold an earlier 18th Edition (2382‑18 or 2382‑22) qualification and need to update their knowledge ahead of the upcoming BS 7671:2018 + Amendment 4 (2026) changes to the UK Wiring Regulations.

The course focuses on the key changes introduced by Amendment 4, giving you a concise but thorough overview of what’s new, what’s changed, and how these updates affect design, installation, inspection, testing, and compliance in real‑world electrical work as published on 15 April 2026.

At the end of the course, you’ll sit the City & Guilds 2382-26 online exam, which assesses your understanding of the full 18th Edition Wiring Regulations, updated to include Amendment 4.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Electricians, electrical contractors and technicians
• Inspectors, testers, and compliance professionals
• Designers and consultants working with BS 7671 regulations
• Individuals with a prior 18th Edition qualification wanting to stay current with regulatory change

You must hold a valid 18th Edition qualification (City & Guilds 2382‑18 or 2382‑22) to enrol on this update. Verification will be required on booking.

If you are new to the 18th Edition or haven’t studied it before, please see our full 3-day 18th Edition course.

Key Updates in Amendment 4 (BS 7671:2018 + A4:2026)

Stay fully up to date with the latest changes in the IET Wiring Regulations, including:

• Part 8 – Prosumer and Low-Voltage Energy Installations: Updated guidance for small-scale generation, battery storage, and renewable energy systems
• Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDs): Mandatory in specified circuits to reduce fire risk
• Enhanced Fire Safety and RCD Protection: New requirements for protective devices to improve safety in modern installations
• Functional Earthing and ICT Equipotential Bonding: Requirements for data and communications systems
• Power over Ethernet (PoE) Installations: New considerations for design, protection, and installation
• Medical Locations (Section 710): Revised supplementary bonding and inspection/testing protocols
• Updated Standards for Inspection, Testing, and Certification: Ensures compliance with modern electrical systems, including EV charging and prosumer setups

Our training ensures you understand these changes in detail and are able to apply them confidently in real-world electrical installations, keeping you compliant with the latest BS 7671 regulations.

What You’ll Learn

• During this 1‑day update course, we’ll cover the key Amendment 4 changes in detail, including:
• Overview of BS 7671:2018 + Amendment 4 (2026) and what’s different compared with earlier versions
• New requirements for stationary secondary batteries and energy storage systems
• Functional earthing and equipotential bonding for ICT and data systems
• Power over Ethernet (PoE) installations and related considerations
• Major revisions to Section 710 – Medical Locations, including supplementary bonding test requirements
• Practical implications of all the key updates for safe installation and compliance
• How to apply these changes in design, installation, inspection and testing practice
• Each topic is set in context so you understand not just what has changed, but why it matters on site.

Course Format

• Duration: 1 day (including examination on completion of training sessions)
• Delivery: Classroom-based
• Assessment: 2-hour multiple-choice exam (open book)
• Certification: City & Guilds 2382-26 upon passing

Results

Your results and breakdown will be available usually within a few minutes of exam completion.

What you will need to attend the course

• IET Wiring Regulations BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 (orange cover) (we can sell these to you)
• Non-Programmable Scientific Calculator
• Photographic ID

Prerequisits

• To join this update course, you must already hold a valid City & Guilds 2382-18 (18th Edition) qualification. If unsure, contact us for guidance.
• A basic level of written and spoken English is required.

Benefits of Updating Your Qualification

• Demonstrates up-to-date competence
• Keeps your ECS card and employment eligibility valid
• Reduces liability and enhances site safety
• Required by many employers, contractors, and inspection schemes

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When is BS 7671 Amendment 4 being released?
A. It will be published on 15 April 2026.

Q. Does the examination only include questions on the changes within the Amendment of BS 7671?
A. No. The examination questions asked will from the entirety of the content of the publication as the examination is intended to ensure that all candidates, whether undertaking a short or long-term training program, are conversant with BS 7671 as a whole. 

Q. Will the training course include navigation guidance and pre-existing requirements from BS 7671?
A. Although the training may deviate into some of the 'older,' established regulations that the industry will be familiar with for context purposes within course discussions, this will be limited and focused mainly on the changes brought within Amendment 4 as it is expected that candidates undertaking the Update course will already have familiarity with the content and navigation of BS 7671.  

Q. How long is the transition period?
A. Six months the current version will be withdrawn after this period.

Q. Is Amendment 4 a full new edition?
A. No. It is an amendment to the 18th Edition; there is not a19th Edition.

Q. Do I need new training for Amendment 4?
A. If you already hold the 18th Edition qualification, we highly recommend our update course or exam only as a part of your Continued Professional Development.

Q. What are the biggest changes in Amendment 4?
A. New battery installation rules, Power over Ethernet (PoE) requirements, In-Circuit Testing (ICT) earthing, and a major update to medical locations.

If you have any questions about this or any other course, please get in touch on 01926 674340