NICEIC has launched a new tutor-led remote training course for the Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations, formally known as qualification 2921-34.
The course runs over one day and is delivered entirely online with a live tutor rather than being self-guided e-learning. NICEIC says the move is intended to widen access to the qualification for electrical contractors who cannot easily reach a physical training centre, whether due to location, workload, or the time cost of travelling.
What the Course Covers
The Level 3 Award in EVCP (2921-34) covers the design and installation requirements for electric vehicle charging points in domestic homes and small commercial premises. It sits at the same level as a standard electrical installation award and is recognised by the relevant competent person schemes in the UK.
Electricians who hold this qualification are able to install EV chargers compliantly, which matters for both certification and insurance purposes. Without it, an electrician technically competent in other areas would not be in a position to self-certify EV charging installation work under Part P of the Building Regulations.
The course is aimed at qualified electricians who already hold a relevant Level 3 electrical qualification and want to extend their scope of work to cover EVCP installation.
Why This Matters Now
Electric vehicle charging installations have grown from a niche add-on to a mainstream part of domestic and commercial electrical contracting. UK government figures show the number of registered EV charge points has risen sharply year on year, driven by the growth in EV ownership and the continued rollout of smart charging incentives.
Electricians without the EVCP qualification are being left out of that work. Some are turning down jobs because they are not certificated for it. The barrier has typically been access to training, with course dates at physical centres often booked out weeks in advance.
A one-day remote format reduces both the time commitment and the logistical barrier. An electrician can complete the course from their own premises on a quieter day rather than losing a full day plus travel to attend in person.
About NICEIC
NICEIC (National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting) is a UK electrical certification body and competent person scheme operator. It is one of the main routes through which domestic and commercial electricians demonstrate compliance with wiring regulations and Part P of the Building Regulations. NICEIC-registered contractors can self-certify notifiable electrical work without involving local authority building control.
Source: Electrical Trade Magazine
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