Network Cable Installer
Level 3
Notebook Assessment Services is approved to deliver end-point and apprenticeship assessment for the Level 3 Network Cable Installer Apprenticeship Standard, providing a personalised, flexible, and responsive service to support training providers and employers.
Standard: ST0485 1.2
LARS: 448
Typical Duration to Gateway: 15 months
Assessment Timeframe: 3 months
What is a Network Cable Installer?
Digital Network Cable Installers play a critical role in ensuring reliable and efficient network infrastructure through the installation and maintenance of cabling systems. This apprenticeship develops apprentices’ ability to support secure data transfer, seamless connectivity, effective troubleshooting, and preventative measures that help minimise downtime and maintain business productivity.
Assessment price
Remote: N/A Face-to-face: £1,350
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Network Cable Installer Standard Information
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To go through gateway, the following criteria have to be met:
The apprentice has achieved English and Mathematics at level 2.
The apprentice has completed a portfolio demonstrating all of the required knowledge, skills and behaviour of the apprenticeship.
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The assessment approach for this standard has two methods:
Practical Demonstration and Questions.
Professional Discussion.
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Lasts 60 mins.
The assessor can increase or decrease the time by up to 10%.
At least 12 questions.
Must compile a portfolio of evidence before the EPA gateway.
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A minimum of 5 questions.
Total of 7 hrs (+10%) to complete 2 tasks:
Install, terminate and test copper cable.
Install, terminate and test fibre optic cable.
Apprentice Journey
Enrol on programme.
Start building your Reflective Portfolio.
Get hands-on with real network cabling tasks.
Start of Apprenticeship
Resit = No new learning.
Retake = Extra learning.
Resits / Retakes (if needed)
18 months
Learn copper & fibre installation.
Build portfolio with mapped work evidence.
Train and develop KSBs.
Complete English & Maths, if needed.
Portfolio finalised.
Employer & training provider confirm you're ready for assessment.
Portfolio submitted 14+ days before assessment.
Assessment window begins.
Pass any component = Pass.
Distinction in both = Distinction.
Certificate awarded.
Results & Certification
Gateway
Assessment
Practical Demonstration (up to 7 hours).
Professional Discussion 60 mins (+10%).
