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Solar PV Installer Qualification Level 3

£450.00 ex VAT

Fully accredited MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) recognised qualification

EAL Level 3 Award In the Installation of Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Sector: Engineering and Manufacturing

Type: Award

Qualification Code: (600/5175/9)

Solar is an essential part of the mix of renewables that the UK will rely on over the coming years to provide our energy and along with Wind, Heat Pumps, Electric Vehicles and Energy Storage Systems is a rapidly growing industry.

Activate Trade Training deliver the qualification in Solar Panel Installation at our dedicated training centre's close to North London the M1 and M25 and also in Central London.

WHY UP-SKILL TO SOLAR?

Adding the Solar Installer qualification to your current remit will provide opportunities to significantly grow your business.

More Opportunity, More Money!

Because the UK government are keen for consumers to switch to renewable energy, there are incentives in many areas. You may soon be using your solar panels to charge up your Electric Vehicle and pre-heat your water and now with the advent of efficient battery storage systems consumers are now able to generate and store their own electricity for use in their home. The possibilities are endless and the incentives for you as a renewable installer are endless too.

All successful delegates will receive the fully accredited Level 3 Award In the Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems including certificate.

This is a fully accredited and approved MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) recognised qualification.

Weekend courses now available in London and Hemel Hempstead  (Free parking available)

Preferred Course Date

Category: COURSE DURATION: 2 Days

Solar PV Installer Qualification

Fully accredited MCS (Microgeneration Certificate Scheme) recognised qualification

EAL Level 3 Award In the Installation of Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Sector: Engineering and Manufacturing

Type: Award

Qualification Code: (600/5175/9)

Overview:

This fully accredited MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) recognised qualification allows the learner to acquire underpinning knowledge and related skills for the installation of small scale solar photovoltaic systems. The course also covers associated three-phase Installation and battery storage within the subject matter.

Course content:

  • How a solar photovoltaic system works
  • Design of a PV System including new software methods
  • Installation of a PV system (including mounting techniques)
  • Commissioning and client handover
  • Maintenance and fault finding
  • Introduction to battery storage

(Full Energy Storage Qualification Now Available to Book…)

Who is this qualification for?

It is specifically for competent electricians who wish to upgrade their skills. 

Applicants should have experience installing electrical installations within domestic and/or non-domestic premises and must hold as a minimum:

Electrical Inspection & Testing (Initial Verification) Level 3 Qualification

and

Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671 (current edition)

and/or A Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installation (or equivalent), AM2 or Gold Card

We can provide these qualifications if required.

How is this qualification assessed?

The qualification is assessed by a mixture of  practical assessment an on-screen exam.

How is this qualification delivered?

This qualification will be achieved when the learner has successfully
completed the theory and practical assessments relating to the units.

What’s next?

Manufacturer specific training courses are usually free of charge to qualified electrical installers and are now your route to the sector including MCS approval.

Simply call the manufacturer of your choice and book onto one of their ‘manufacturer training’ courses to learn more about their specific products.

Conveniently located:

Both our venues have good, reasonably priced hotels within easy access of our Training Centres for those wishing to stay over night. Our M25 facility has plenty of free parking and our Central London venue is very well served by public transport, with free local parking on evenings and weekends if required and paid parking close by during the week.

This course can be booked separately and also comes as part of a package if required which includes a discount when you book Solar PV and Battery Storage together: Solar PV and Battery Storage Package.

This course consists of classroom and workshop instruction, practical installation and testing techniques and a short open book examination.

What's next?

Manufacturer specific training courses are usually free of charge to qualified electrical installers.

Simply call the manufacturer of your choice and book onto one of their 'manufacturer training' courses to learn more about their specific products.

Qualification pre-requisites:

Who is this qualification for?

It is specifically for competent electricians who wish to upgrade their skills. 

Applicants should have experience installing electrical installations within domestic and/or non-domestic premises and must hold as a minimum:

Electrical Inspection & Testing (Initial Verification) Level 3 Qualification

and

Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671 (current edition)

and/or A Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installation (or equivalent), AM2 or Gold Card

We can provide these qualifications if required.

All successful delegates will receive the fully accredited Level 3 Award In the Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems including certificate.

This is a fully accredited and approved MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) recognised qualification.