18th Edition City and Guilds 2382-26 ONE DAY CPD UPGRADE ONLY (Parent)

Course Overview

• Course Overview

  18th Edition Amendment 4 Release: BS 7671 Update April 2026

  Amendment 4 to BS 7671 was published on 15 April 2026, bringing major updates to the Wiring Regulations. Learn what’s changing and how to stay compliant.

  18th Edition Amendment 4: Official Release Confirmed for April 2026

  The next major update to the IET Wiring Regulations is now confirmed. The IET and BSI have officially signed off Amendment 4 (2026) to BS 7671:2018, with publication scheduled for 15 April 2026. This update will be a significant shift for UK electricians, introducing new requirements aligned with emerging technologies and modern electrical installations. [theiet.org]

  Once published, Amendment 4 can be implemented immediately, and the existing version — BS 7671:2018 + A2:2022 + A3:2024 — will be withdrawn six months later.

• Entry Requirements

  If you already hold the 18th Edition (City & Guilds 2382-22), you won’t need to retake the full qualification, but you will need to update your knowledge to stay compliant with the latest wiring standards. Keeping your knowledge current demonstrates:

  • Professional competence
  • Safe working practice
  • Up-to-date installation methods
  • Compliance with legal frameworks such as EAWR 1989

  We will need site of your 2382-22 qualification

• Do I need this course?

  This qualification is primarily aimed at practising electricians with relevant experience and other allied professionals eg surveyors, consultants and other trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of IET Wiring Regulations.
  It is also suitable for anyone wishing to demonstrate an understanding of the IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).

  You may wish to complete the one day CPD upgrade if you have the old City & Guilds 2382-22 and wish to demonstrate your competence in the new regulations

• Course Content & Sylabus

  Key Changes in Amendment 4 (2026)

  1. New Requirements for Stationary Secondary Batteries

  With battery energy storage systems becoming increasingly common in homes, commercial buildings, and renewable installations, Amendment 4 introduces a dedicated chapter defining safe installation and operation requirements.

  2. Functional Earthing & Bonding for ICT Equipment

  As ICT and smart technologies continue to expand, the regulations now include a new section detailing functional earthing and equipotential bonding for communication and data systems.

  3. Dedicated Section for Power over Ethernet (PoE)

  PoE is rapidly growing across smart buildings, security systems, and digital devices. Amendment 4 provides clearer guidance on safe PoE design and installation.

  4. Major Revision to Section 710: Medical Locations

  Healthcare environments require extremely precise electrical safety standards. A full update to Section 710 includes new testing schedules for supplementary protective bonding resistance.

  5. Amendment 3:2024 Now Integrated

  Instead of remaining as a standalone bolt-on, Amendment 3:2024 is now embedded directly into the main BS 7671 document.

  6. Continued Alignment with International Standards

  The UK continues to harmonise with European and global electrical standards through further adoption of CENELEC HDs and IEC requirements.

  When Do Electricians Need to Comply?

  You can begin working to Amendment 4 from 15 April 2026 (City & Guilds 2382-26 – Orange Book), and after a six-month transition period, the previous edition (City & Guilds 2382-22 – Brown Book) will be withdrawn and replaced by (City & Guilds 2382-26 – Orange Book)

  This applies to:

  • New low-voltage installations
  • Additions and alterations
  • Periodic inspection and testing

  Do You Need to Update Your Qualification?

  If you already hold the 18th Edition (City & Guilds 2382-22), you won’t need to retake the full qualification, but you will need to update your knowledge to stay compliant with the latest wiring standards. Keeping your knowledge current demonstrates:

  • Professional competence
  • Safe working practice
  • Up-to-date installation methods
  • Compliance with legal frameworks such as EAWR 1989

  If you don’t have your 18th Edition yet, do not wait until April 2026 — it remains an essential requirement for anyone working with electrical installations today.

  Our existing 18th Edition Courses lesson plans have been (Updated for Amendment 4)

  We will continue to deliver the City & Guilds 2382-22 Edition course at CCTS— and online via eLearning until we receive our batch of new 18th Edition training books (Orange books).

  As soon as Amendment 4 is published and we receive our order of the new 18th Edition books (IET Wiring Regulations, Eighteenth Edition, BS 7671:2018+A4:2026. (Orange Book), our course will be updated to include the latest changes. We will also launch a dedicated 18th Edition Amendment 4 CPD Refresher Course for qualified electricians who need the update only.

  Why You Should Prepare Now

  Battery storage, PoE, smart systems, and ICT-driven infrastructure are rapidly becoming industry-standard. Amendment 4 embeds these technologies firmly into BS 7671, and staying ahead ensures:

  • Future-proof knowledge
  • Compliance with evolving regulations
  • Greater employability
  • Confidence when specifying and installing new technologies

  FAQs

  When is BS 7671 Amendment 4 being released?
  It was published on 15 April 2026.

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

  Is Amendment 4 a full new edition?
  No. It is an amendment to the 18th Edition, not the 19th Edition.

  Do I need new training for Amendment 4?
  If you already hold the 18th Edition qualification, a CPD refresher course is recommended. However, you will also have the option to complete the exam (City & Guilds) 2382-26 once we receive the new 18th Edition books (IET Wiring Regulations, Eighteenth Edition, BS 7671:2018+A4:2026. (Orange Book)

  What are the biggest changes in Amendment 4?
  New battery installation rules, PoE requirements, ICT earthing, and a major update to medical locations.

  Get in touch to get added to the Waitlist

  Call our team on 02890 739418 or email mailto:david@cctrainingservices.com and we will call you back

   

• Need Extra time to revise? & approximate Certification Times

  Please Note: Your exam will normally take place at the end of the course. However, if the tutor or assessor agrees that additional study time is required, you may be offered the option to return at the end of the next available course. Please inform your class tutor if you believe you need additional time so this can be discussed. For more information refer to our website Terms & Conditions of Service.

  Our aim and KPI (Key Performance Indicator) is to achieve successful candidate certification within 30 working days from completion of exams/assessments, receipt of all prerequisite information (e.g. past certificates), and payment in full. Certification is subject to final approval by the relevant Awarding Body External Verifier.

• Reading Material & Text books required?

  Candidates will have all the books made available to them to use whilst training from CCTS Liibrary, which are necessary to complete the course. However we do recommend that candidates purchase, for their own later use the following textbooks which can be purchased from us or seperatley online:-

  The 3 books you now need (A4:2026 versions)

  1. BS 7671:2018 + A4:2026 (The Orange Book)

  This is the newest Wiring Regulations, replacing the 2022 Brown Book.Updated for all four amendments including:

  • Stationary Secondary Batteries

  • Power over Ethernet

  • Revised medical locations

  • New test result schedules

  2. IET Guidance Note 3 – 10th Edition (2026)

  This is the latest GN3, fully updated to BS 7671:2018+A4:2026.Includes updates on:

  • Identification of conductors

  • Prosumers electrical installations

  • New EFLI maximum permissible values

  • Updated inspection frequencies

  3. IET On-Site Guide – 9th Edition (2026)

  Updated to align with BS 7671:2018+A4:2026.Includes new topics such as:

  • Bidirectional/unidirectional protective devices

  • Stationary Secondary Batteries

  • Updated Zs values

  • RCD selection guidance