PAT Testing Training Course in Manchester
Lead by Tim James, who is regarded by many as the UK’s leading PAT Testing Expert

UK’s leading PAT Testing Expert
Following the 5th Edition CoP and new British Standards
On-going support and guidance
PAT Testing Course Manchester
High quality, professional training from the industry leaders in PAT Testing at the Novotel Manchester West..
Tim James has been involved in the business of PAT Testing for over 30 years, and has been teaching people to carry out PAT Testing since the 1990s. When you attend one of our courses, you are learning directly from one of the UK’s most experienced and respected PAT Testing trainers.
Our course is fully certificated – meaning you will receive a Certificate of Competence on successful completion. There is no formal exam; instead, the day is built around extensive hands-on practical training, ensuring that everyone leaves confident and capable. We always limit numbers to maintain quality, and our courses frequently sell out.
If you’d like more information, please visit our FAQ page or call us for an informal chat on 01482 738826 – we’re always happy to help.
We also run regular PAT Testing courses in Sheffield, Leeds, Liverpool, Coventry, London and across the UK.
Course Highlights
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Certificated training – with a strong practical focus
No written exam, but lots of supervised hands-on testing. You’ll use real PAT testers and test a wide range of appliances to ensure you are genuinely competent. -
Everything included – no expensive books to buy
We provide a full-colour course handbook and practical workbook, both yours to keep. -
Fully updated with the latest standards
Including the 5th Edition IET Code of Practice (Tim was on the IET committee that updated the book) and the new British Standards BS EN 50699 and BS EN 50678. -
High quality venue with lunch and refreshments included
The Novotel Manchester West offers comfortable, well-lit training rooms, with lunch and free-flowing tea, coffee and refreshments included in the course fee. -
Specialist training from an industry expert
Every course is taught by Tim James personally. Tim is a qualified teacher with over 30 years’ experience in the industry – this is engaging, real-world training, not “death by PowerPoint”. -
Test your own equipment or start a business
Whether you’re testing in-house or looking to earn money PAT Testing for others, we can advise and support you. -
Free lifetime follow-up support
Ongoing advice from Tim and the team, plus follow-up emails and the option to call or email us whenever you need help. We do PAT Testing every day – you’re speaking to people who actually do the job. -
Use industry standard testers – or bring your own
Try a range of machines on the day, or bring your own tester if you’d like help learning how to use it properly or checking it’s working correctly.
Further Information About the Course
Learn from the Expert.
Tim James has been teaching PAT Testing since 1993 and is widely regarded as one of the UK’s leading authorities in the field. This is not a lecture – it is a practical, workshop-style course designed to prepare you for real-world PAT Testing.
You will learn in a relaxed, supportive environment and then immediately put that knowledge into practice with a series of supervised exercises. There is no formal exam, but the practical session is closely supervised to ensure that everyone gains the necessary skills and confidence.
Over the years, we have trained staff from organisations including BBC, Shell, Rentokil, IKEA, Virgin, along with schools, colleges, universities, councils and businesses of all sizes.
Book Online Today – £225 + VAT
Our normal price is £275.00 + VAT, but online bookings automatically receive a £50 pre-payment discount.
We offer credit facilities to schools, universities, large companies etc, call us on 01482 738826 to arrange.
The course fee includes:
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Full colour course handbook
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Practical workbook
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Lunch and refreshments
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All training and certification
No hidden costs, and no need to buy expensive textbooks.
In-House & Group Training
If you have 5 or more people to train, it may be more cost-effective to arrange an in-house course at your premises, or we can organise a dedicated date at the Novotel Manchester West or another nearby venue.
Contact us for details and a tailored quote.
Novotel Manchester West – Venue Information
Our Manchester West PAT Testing courses are held at the Novotel Manchester West, a modern, comfortable venue with excellent transport links.
The hotel is easily accessible from the M60, M62 and M6 motorways and offers free on-site parking. The course fee includes lunch and free-flowing tea and coffee throughout the day.
More details about the venue can be found on their website Novotel Manchester West
BOOK ONLINE TODAY and pay just £225.00 + VAT per person. Our normal price is £275.00 + VAT per person, but online bookings will automatically receive a £50.00 per person pre-payment discount. You can also claim the pre-payment discount by sending a cheque with the booking form. We can invoice you after the course (subject to status) at the normal price.
Remember that our course fee INCLUDES the course handbook (a useful guide to PAT Testing), lunch and refreshments.
Our Manchester course is perfect if you are based in the North West, and we often have people attend from Blackpool, Oldham, Bolton, Ashton-under-Lyme, Stockport, Hyde, Rochdale, Altrincham, Warrington, Chester, Wigan, St Helens and Bolton. We do also however run a course at Liverpool (at the Delta by Marriott hotel in the city centre next to Lime Street Station) so check dates at Liverpool City Centre if the Manchester dates don't suit you. Click here for more information about our Liverpool PAT Testing Course
If you have more than 5 people to train, you may find it cheaper to organise an in-house course (at your premises) or we can arrange a special date for you at this hotel, or another nearby. Contact us for more information.
Upcoming PAT Testing Courses at
Novotel Manchester West
Our Course Programme
The programme runs from 09:45am until 4:30pm, lunch and refreshments are included.
Meet your trainer
With over 30 years experience and a key contributor of the IET Code of Practice, Tim James is widely regarded as one of the UK’s leading experts in the field of PAT Testing. More about TimWhat people say about our courses

Tim is very knowledgeable and goes into great detail. He has more than one way of explaining things if it is needed.”
Hull Course

Best training course I've been on - Venue, presentation, Organisation. 10 out of 10. Excellent!”
Gateshead Course

A great course - no need to be anxious about no prior experience. I feel confident leaving knowing that I can PAT test safely in the future”
Birmingham Course
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