Why buy Level 3 and Level 4 together?
You may want to develop practical fire risk assessment skills but lack the relevant knowledge and experience to start Level 4 directly. The bundle allows you to plan both stages of your learning from the outset.
Start with the knowledge-only Level 3 Award. This gives you the opportunity to understand fire risk assessment principles before moving on to the more demanding knowledge and practical requirements of Level 4.
- Start at the right level: build your understanding before tackling practical assessment.
- Follow a planned progression route: work towards two separate ProQual qualifications with SHEC Learning®.
- Develop knowledge, then demonstrate practice: progress from written knowledge assessment to practical evidence and assessor observation.
- Save on the combined cost: pay £1,700 rather than £1,890 for the two courses separately.
Completing Level 3 builds your foundation knowledge. It does not replace the practical experience or suitable assessment opportunities needed for Level 4. We review your suitability and agree your progression plan before enrolment.
Stage 1: ProQual Level 3 Award in Fire Risk Assessment
Build your foundation knowledge through online study and written knowledge assessments. This stage is suitable for learners starting their fire risk assessment learning journey.
- Knowledge-only assessment.
- No practical fire risk assessment submission or review of an existing assessment required.
- Six months to complete.
Stage 2: ProQual Level 4 Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment
Progress to a qualification combining knowledge with practical assessment. You will need suitable opportunities to carry out fire risk assessment activities and produce the evidence required by your assessor.
- Knowledge assessments and practical evidence.
- Assessor observation, with suitable activities observed remotely through Microsoft Teams.
- An agreed assessment plan to guide your submissions and progression.
Your Level 4 start date and completion period will be confirmed in your bundle enrolment agreement.
Who is this bundle for?
This pathway suits learners who want to work towards Level 4 but are not ready for direct entry through the relevant experience route. It may also suit people with health and safety, facilities, property or building management responsibilities who want to develop their fire risk assessment knowledge before demonstrating practical skills.
If you already have relevant fire risk assessment experience, you may be suitable for direct entry to Level 4 and may not need both qualifications. Contact us to discuss the right starting point.
Price and saving
- Level 3 Award purchased separately: £695.
- Level 4 Certificate purchased separately: £1,195.
- Total when purchased separately: £1,890.
- Bundle price: £1,700 + VAT. Your saving: £190 before VAT.
Save 10% when you buy both courses together. Prices exclude VAT. UK VAT is £340 on the bundle, making the total £2,040 including VAT.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start without practical fire risk assessment experience?
Yes. You can begin with the knowledge-only Level 3 Award. Before progressing to Level 4, you must be ready to meet its practical assessment requirements and have access to suitable assessment opportunities.
Does passing Level 3 automatically make me ready for Level 4?
Level 3 provides a knowledge foundation. Your assessor will also need to confirm that you can meet Level 4’s entry and practical assessment requirements. Buying the bundle does not remove these requirements.
Can I complete both qualifications entirely through written answers?
No. Level 3 is knowledge-only. Level 4 also requires practical evidence and assessor observation.
Will these qualifications allow me to assess every type of building?
Your work must remain within your competence and the qualification’s scope. Achievement does not automatically grant professional registration or qualify you to assess every building type.
Enrol on the Level 3 & Level 4 bundle for £1,700 + VAT.
For help confirming suitability, call 01443 555098 or email services@shec.co.uk.
Explore the individual courses: Level 3 Award in Fire Risk Assessment and Level 4 Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment.
