PAT – Portable Appliance Testing Training Course
This CPD-accredited PAT Testing course teaches you to inspect, assess, and test electrical appliances safely in line with UK standards. Enrol now to gain practical skills to prevent hazards, ensure compliance, and confidently handle workplace equipment without risking electrical faults or safety failures.
Overview
What You’ll Learn
Overview
Under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, employers are legally responsible for ensuring electrical appliances are safe. However, workplaces still operate without a single competent PAT tester on their team. Our CPD-Accredited Portable Appliance Testing training course exists to close it, equipping Facilities Managers, Health and Safety Officers, Maintenance Technicians, Office Managers, and Electricians with the skills to act before a fault becomes a tragedy.
Our online PAT testing course walks you through real-world scenarios of inspection, assessment, and testing technical appliances to reflect the pressures of an actual workplace. You will learn to identify hidden electrical risks, prevent electrical fires and shocks, perform thorough maintenance check-ups, and apply the precise safe working procedures that UK safety standards and compliance inspections demand, giving you the technical confidence to act decisively when it matters most.
Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced professional pursuing a RoSPA-assured and industry recognised qualification, this online PAT testing course positions you as the competent, trusted PAT tester every UK workplace urgently needs. Enrol today in our Health and Safety Executive frameworks aligned PAT testing course to eliminate guesswork, prevent avoidable hazards, and become the most reliable employee that your workplace relies on to keep equipment safe and compliant.
Key Highlights:
- Aligns with The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 standards
- Covers essential PAT procedures: inspection, testing, reporting, safety controls
- Fully CPD-accredited and aligned with UK electrical safety expectations
- Learn appliance classes, risk assessment and testing techniques
- 100% online and self-paced for flexible learning
- CPD-accredited certificate offered upon successful completion
Gift Courses
- Course 01: Electrician Level 3 Diploma
- Course 02: Electrical Engineering
Accreditation & Recognition
This CPD-accredited PAT Testing Course is fully aligned with UK workplace electrical safety expectations, giving learners a trusted, employer-recognised certification that demonstrates competence in portable appliance testing.
- Accredited CPD training recognised by UK employers
- Aligned with UK workplace electrical safety guidance
- Delivered 100% online for maximum flexibility
- Multiple-choice exam with unlimited free retakes
- Order a digital CPD-accredited certificate upon completion (optional printed copy available for £24.99)
Assessment & Certification
This assessment process of our PAT Testing training is designed to be simple, supportive, and fully transparent, giving you everything you need to demonstrate PAT competency and gain recognised certification without pressure or hidden requirements.
- Online multiple-choice exam with instant marking
- Free unlimited retakes until you pass
- Order a CPD-accredited certificate upon course completion
- Optional hardcopy certificate available on request for £24.99
- Recognised by UK employers for PAT responsibilities
Who Is This Course For?
This PAT Testing Course is designed for anyone responsible for keeping workplace electrical appliances safe, offering clear, practical training suitable for both complete beginners and those with existing compliance duties.
- Facilities and maintenance staff in all sectors
- Office, school, and care home managers
- Health and safety officers overseeing equipment
- Property managers, landlords, and duty holders
- Workplace compliance teams handling safety checks
- Anyone inspecting electrical appliances at work
- Beginners seeking PAT skills for career progression
Career Opportunities & Progression
Completing this PAT Testing Course strengthens your employability in facilities management, property services, workplace compliance, and electrical safety support roles. The comprehensive PAT testing online course also provides a solid foundation for progressing into broader electrical safety, inspection awareness, or technical maintenance training.
- PAT Tester (typically £20,000–£28,000 in the UK)
- Electrical Safety Assistant (around £22,000–£30,000)
- Facilities or Building Maintenance Operative (£21,000–£29,000)
- Compliance Support or Workplace Safety Staff (£20,000–£27,000)
- Technical Maintenance Trainee or Entry-Level Operative (£19,000–£25,000)
Key Skills You’ll Gain
By completing our online PAT testing course, you’ll be able to carry out PAT testing safely, confidently, and in line with workplace expectations, helping you add real value to any organisation that relies on compliant electrical equipment.
- Confident use of PAT instruments and testing procedures
- Risk assessment and clear hazard identification
- Accurate documentation and compliant record-keeping
- Practical inspection and testing decision-making
- Understanding statutory electrical safety expectations
- Safe working practices throughout all testing tasks
Why Study with Royal Open College
Royal Open College delivers trusted, CPD-accredited training designed to help learners and organisations maintain safe, compliant working environments. Our online PAT Testing course uses clear explanations and practical examples, making it easy for beginners and professionals to build real competence and confidence in appliance inspection and electrical safety.
- CPD-accredited and employer-recognised PAT training
- Flexible, affordable, 100% online learning
- Beginner-friendly explanations and practical guidance
- Order a digital certification with no hidden fees
- Trusted by UK learners and workplace compliance teams
Enrol today and gain your CPD-accredited PAT Testing Certificate. Learn online, build competence, and help maintain a safer workplace.
Curriculum
- 5 Sections
- 43 Lessons
- Lifetime Access
- PAT - Portable Appliance Testing Training15
- 1.1Module 01: Introduction to Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
- 1.2Module 02: Safety Precautions
- 1.3Module 03: Electrical Installation
- 1.4Module 04: Initial Visual Examination
- 1.5Module 05: Electrical Units and Appliance Classification
- 1.6Module 06: Testing Process and Equipment
- 1.7Module 07: Record Keeping and Reporting
- 1.8Module 08: Common Faults and Repairs
- 1.9Module 09: Advanced Portable Appliance Testing
- 1.10Module 10: Testing in Special Circumstances
- 1.11Module 11: Electrical Theory and Circuit Analysis
- 1.12Module 12: PAT Testing Methods and Techniques
- 1.13Module 13: Relevant Statutory Provisions for PAT
- 1.14Module 14: Risk Assessment
- 1.15Module 15: Reducing and Controlling Risks
- Order Your Certificate!1
- Leave a Review!1
- Electrician Level 3 Diploma13
- 4.1Module 1: Introduction to Electrical Theory and Safety
- 4.2Module 2: Electrical Components and Equipment
- 4.3Module 3: Direct Current & Alternating Current Basics
- 4.4Module 4: Voltage and Resistance
- 4.5Module 5: Capacitance and Capacitors
- 4.6Module 6: Electrical Drawings and Schematics
- 4.7Module 7: Electrical Installations and Wiring Systems
- 4.8Module 8: Domestic Electrical Installations
- 4.9Module 9: Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
- 4.10Module 10: Testing and Commissioning of Electrical Installations
- 4.11Module 11: Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems
- 4.12Module 12: Lighting Systems and Controls
- 4.13Module 13: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems
- Electrical Engineering13
- 5.1Module 1: Introduction to Electrical Engineering
- 5.2Module 2: Circuit Analysis and Design
- 5.3Module 3: Electronic Devices and Components
- 5.4Module 4: Digital Electronics
- 5.5Module 5: Control Systems
- 5.6Module 6: Power Systems
- 5.7Module 7: Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
- 5.8Module 8: Communication Systems
- 5.9Module 9: Signal Processing
- 5.10Module 10: Mathematics for Electrical Engineering
- 5.11Module 11: Physics for Electrical Engineering
- 5.12Module 12: Embedded Systems
- 5.13Module 13: Electrical Installation and Maintenance
FAQs
Course Features
- Lectures 43
- Quiz 0
- Duration Lifetime access
- Skill level Level 3
- Language English
- Students 3248
- Assessments Yes
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