Part Time Course code 4503

This course is designed as CPD for qualified electricians to be able to install and maintain small solar PV systems. By completing this qualification, electricians can enhance their expertise in regard to solar PV infrastructure.

Available dates

  • 15 April 2026
    • Start date

      15 April 2026
    • Time

      18:00 - 21:00
    • Days

      Wednesday
    • Duration

      6 weeks
    • Campus

      Hemel Hempstead Campus
    • Fees

      £275
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  • Entry Criteria

    Learners must be 18 years old or above and must hold one of the following:

    • City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357)
    • City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance) (2357)
    • City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (5357)
    • City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356)
    • City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346)
    • City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification (2347)
    • Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable
    • Equivalent historical qualifications Electrotechnical Assessment Specification

    or

    • ECS Gold Card issued by the JIB or SJIB – Installation Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, or Domestic Electrician.

    For all learners, the qualifications above must have been achieved no more than 5 years prior to starting this qualification or there must be evidence the learner has remained current by holding the latest edition of the Wiring regulations qualification.

  • What will I study?
    • Installation and maintenance of small solar photovoltaic systems – online knowledge test
    • Installation and maintenance of small solar photovoltaic systems – practical assignment
  • Future Prospects

    On successful completion of this qualification, learners can progress on to City & Guilds Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations. As well as other CPD qualifications within Electrotechnical.