Shrewsbury College of Arts and Technology

Telford AM2 Test Centre

The AM2 Test Centre is conveniently based in Telford (Stafford Park) just off Junction 4 of the M54 for easy access from all parts of Shropshire, the West Midlands and Cheshire.

Our AM2 centre has now been formally recognised by the national authorising body and is able to offer the test to industry and other colleges.

All Electrical Apprentices must complete the test before they can qualify. It has been described as "the final piece of the electrical NVQ level 3 jigsaw" and involves a practical building exercise and inspection and testing of the work, plus proving competence at fault finding and rectification.

AM2 Revision (preparation for the AM2 test)     

About the course:


In order to prepare candidates for the AM2 we provide a 2 day refresher course which candidates undertake prior to their test.     

Topics include:
  • safe isolation
  • conduit
  • SWA
  • lighting circuits
  • testing and fault finding
  • MICC

Entry requirements:

Candidates should possess the basic underpinning knowledge and practical skills in all of the assessment areas specified.

AM2 Test


About the course:
The Achievement Measurement 2 (AM2) test is an essential part of an electrical Advanced Apprenticeship and is part of the City & Guilds 2356 NVQ 3. The full test is over 3 days and covers a range of tasks including installation, inspection & testing, and fault diagnosis & rectification.

Topics include:

  • composite installation
  • visual inspection
  • functional operation
  • inspection & testing of the composite installation
  • safe isolation of test unit (including risk assessment)
  • safe isolation of supplies
  • fault diagnosis
  • fault rectification

Entry requirements:


A basic knowledge of electrical equipment is required.     

To apply for either the AM2 test or revision, please complete the form.