The Gold Card & Fast Track Programmes
Two fast-track routes into the electrical trade — achieve a Level 3 qualification in less than a quarter of the time it takes at traditional local colleges, or complete the full pathway to fully-qualified ECS Gold Card status.
Pricing for the Gold Card & Fast Track
Localised pricing for training at our Birmingham centre. See exactly which courses are included in each programme.
Gold Card Programme Fast Track
From beginner to fully qualified, this programme has everything that you will need.
eLearning + Practical Workshops · £6,995 Instructor-Led
📍 Price shown is for our Birmingham centre- 18th Edition – BS7671£495
- Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation£3,995
- Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation£3,540
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation£1,995
- 2391-52 Inspection & Testing£1,395
- EV Charge Point Installers£345
Fundamental Three Fast Track
Achieve a Level 3 qualification in a fraction of traditional college time, with weekend or evening classes to fit your schedule.
£5,495 Instructor-Led · Birmingham
- 18th Edition – BS7671£495
- Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation£3,995
- Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation£3,540
- Standard total£8,030
Earn while you learn — spread the cost with 0% interest
On our more extended programmes you can make interest-free weekly or monthly payments, so you can complete your course while managing your finances effectively.
Optima Reviews
"Just completed my Level 2 2365 practical with Adam, course was delivered in an easy to follow way with excellent tuition throughout. Adam was supportive and accommodating through the whole of the 10 weeks."
"Adam's been great. Supported me from the beginning to end, helping me understand it as well as the practical side. He got me through Level 2 and Level 3. Anyone who wants to go down the same route, I recommend Optima Training."
"I recently completed the 2391 Inspection & Testing workshop with Adam Kerrigan, and his teaching was excellent. He explained everything clearly, made the complex parts easy to understand. I'd highly recommend Adam to anyone preparing for the 2391."
"Big thanks to Adam Kerrigan and the team at Optima! Adam was super helpful from start to finish and made the whole NVQ process easy and stress-free. Managed to get mine done in less than 6 months thanks to their support. Great company, great people – couldn't recommend them enough!"
Fast Track to Level 3, or the full Gold Card
Both are fast-track routes built for career changers. Start with the Fundamental Three, or go all the way to fully-qualified ECS Gold Card status.
The Fundamental Three Fast Track Programme
Our most sought-after course among adults seeking a fresh start in the electrical trade — achieve a Level 3 qualification in less than a quarter of the time it takes at traditional local colleges.
- C&G 2365-02: Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations
- C&G 2365-03: Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations
- BS 7671 18th Edition: IET Building Services Regulations
The Gold Card Training Programme
The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) is the occupational certification scheme for electrotechnical workers within the UK. From beginner to fully qualified, this programme has everything that you will need.
- C&G 2365-02: Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations
- C&G 2365-03: Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations
- C&G 2382-22: 18th Edition BS7671 Wiring Regulations
- C&G 2357: NVQ Level 3
- C&G 2391-52: Inspection & Testing
- C&G 2921: Electric Vehicle Charge Point Installers
The road to becoming a fully qualified electrician
Each stage in order — from your very first diploma through to ECS Gold Card status.
Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations
A structured, step-by-step route into the industry — building your knowledge and confidence from the ground up.
Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations
The next stage of the diploma route, advancing your knowledge toward qualified competence.
18th Edition BS7671 Wiring Regulations
The current UK wiring regulations every practising electrician works to.
Inspection & Testing
Inspection and testing of electrical installations.
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
Completed through on-site assessments to prove competence in the workplace.
AM2 Assessment
The end-point assessment on the pathway to full qualification.
ECS Gold Card Status
Recognised occupational certification for electrotechnical workers in the UK — you're now a fully-qualified electrician.
Why train with us?
We take pride in being a family-run business with a track record of delivering courses for over two decades. With an impressive pass rate exceeding 95% and our ongoing investments in our centers and facilities, we are confident that your choice in selecting us will be met with satisfaction.
