• Health and safety risks, including safe systems of work, relevant to solar PV installation
• Solar PV system components and their purpose
• Pre-work surveys and notification processes for PV installations
• Familiarisation with the layout and contents of the IET Code of Practice 
• Electrical requirements and protective measures for PV generation installations
• Small-scale solar PV system design principles and installation techniques
• Inspection, testing and commissioning of PV installations

An online, closed book multiple choice exam and a practical assessment.

• This course is for competent electricians looking to further their skills and knowledge. 
• This qualification can be used towards formal recognition of competence via a CPS or for MCS accreditation.
• Minimum age requirement is 16.

You must hold a current 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification and one of the following qualifications:

• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment)
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance)
• Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification
• Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker
• Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services - Electrical Installation (Building and Structures)
• Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification
• Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings
• EAL Building Services Engineering (Level 3) - Electrotechnical Installation
• Equivalent historical qualifications. See EAS Table 4B/4C and the EAS Qualifications Guide
• Or hold an ECS Gold Card, as a JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician

Please note: Standalone vocationally related qualifications (technical certificates) are not acceptable as proof of competence.

EAL 600/5175/9 - Level 3 Award in the Installation of Small-Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems

2nd Edition - IET Code of Practice for Grid-connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems 

The course is delivered over five days, 8:45 am - 15.30 pm at our Gloucester training centre. 

Payment for short courses must be made during the online booking process. We accept payment by credit or debit card.

You can find the required course books and materials listed on each course information page. When you book, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to purchase your course materials.

Yes, all of our short courses are industry-recognised qualifications. 

All short courses take place at the Clarkson Evans Training Centre located in Meteor Business Park, Cheltenham Road East, GL2 9QL.

The initial course fee covers the cost of the first attempt at a course exam or practical assessment. If you are unsuccessful on your first attempt, we will advise you on how to request a resit and inform you about the associated cost.