The Two Experienced Worker Routes Explained (EWA vs Gap Training)Â
Here's what keeps showing up in training enquiries: "I've been working as an electrician for 7 years but never did an apprenticeship. How do I get qualified now?" Followed closely by: "Can I skip the NVQ if I've got experience?" and "What's the difference between EWA and gap training?" Honestly, the confusion is justified because training providers deliberately muddy the waters between legitimate experienced worker routes and shortcuts that don't exist. The UK electrical sector has two formal pathways for electricians with substantial experience who lack formal qualifications.
