PAT testing course costs: How much does it cost?
Whether you’re responsible for workplace safety, manage rental properties, or carry out maintenance duties, PAT testing can play an important role in ensuring electrical equipment is used safely.
A recognised PAT testing qualification gives you the knowledge and practical skills needed to inspect and test portable electrical appliances with confidence. Before booking a course, one of the most common questions people ask is how much it costs and what they receive in return.
Who should take a PAT testing course?
PAT testing training is suitable for a wide range of professionals who are responsible for the safety and condition of electrical equipment. This includes maintenance staff, landlords, facilities managers, office managers and non-qualified electricians.
Many people assume PAT testing is only required for electricians, but that’s not the case. Anyone responsible for inspecting and testing portable electrical equipment can benefit from recognised training. While previous PAT testing experience isn’t required, a basic understanding of electrical hazards can be helpful when completing the qualification.
What do you learn on a PAT testing course?
A quality PAT testing course should provide both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. Understanding how to operate a tester is only one part of the process. You also need to know how to identify faults, assess risks and maintain accurate records.
The City & Guilds 2377-77 PAT Testing Course covers:
- Electrical legislation and regulations
- Classes of electrical equipment
- User checks and formal visual inspections
- Combined inspection and testing procedures
- Documentation, labelling and record keeping
- Risk assessment principles
- Practical use of PAT testing equipment
- Relevant industry guidance and best practice
By combining classroom learning with practical exercises, delegates develop the competence needed to carry out inspections and testing safely.
Why do you need recognised PAT training?
PAT testing helps organisations demonstrate that electrical equipment is being maintained appropriately and that potential risks are being identified before they cause harm.
Recognised training provides more than a certificate. It helps delegates understand why inspections are carried out, how testing fits into wider safety responsibilities and what action should be taken when faults are discovered.
This qualification is assessed through an online open-book examination and a practical assignment to ensure you can apply your knowledge in real-world situations for better learning outcomes.
How much does a PAT testing course cost?
PAT testing course prices vary depending on the qualification, course duration and assessment requirements.
Pragmatic Consulting’s City & Guilds 2377-77 In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment course costs £400 + VAT per person. Delivered over two days, the course includes theory-based learning, practical assessment, examination and certification.
Successful delegates receive a City & Guilds Level 3 certificate that is recognised throughout the UK and demonstrates competency in portable appliance testing.
Ready to take the course?
Book your place on an upcoming PAT Testing Course with Pragmatic Consulting today. To find out more about the qualification or discuss whether the course is right for you, call 01926 674340 or view the latest available course dates online.
