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Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Commissioning of Small Electrical Energy Storage Systems Adult Employer Training
Location and start date
Cornwall College St Austell - 21 November 2025Duration
15 hrsAttendance
Part-timeCourse information
As renewable energy sources like solar and wind become more prevalent, the demand for efficient energy storage systems is increasing. This qualification enables electricians to offer new services and solutions to clients looking to optimise their energy usage and reduce grid dependency. Additionally, possessing specialized skills in energy storage can open up new career opportunities and increase earning potential in a competitive market.
Overall, the Level 3 course equips electricians with the technical know-how and industry-recognized credentials to excel in the growing field of energy storage systems, ensuring they remain relevant and valuable professionals in the electrical industry.
The purpose of this qualification is to cover the knowledge, understanding and skills required for the design, installation and maintenance of electrical energy storage systems (EESS). It follows the IET Code of Practice for Electrical Energy Storage Systems and industry guidance, together with the requirements of BS 7671. It will include a range of relevant outcomes covering statutory legislation applicable to EESS, the principles of batteries and EESS, how to specify and design EESS, installation, inspection and testing, and handover of an EESS and will be aligned with the MCS requirements.
These qualifications are intended for practicing electricians. Learners must hold one of the following:
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357-13/91)
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance) (2357-23/92)
• City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356-99)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (5357)
• Equivalent historical qualifications (see EAS Table 4B/4C) EAS Qualifications guide August 2023 (theiet.org)
or
• ECS Gold Card (for domestic electrician), JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician Card
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357-13/91)
• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance) (2357-23/92)
• City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356-99)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification (2346-03)
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (5357)
• Equivalent historical qualifications (see EAS Table 4B/4C) EAS Qualifications guide August 2023 (theiet.org)
or
• ECS Gold Card (for domestic electrician), JIB Electrician or Approved Electrician Card
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| Tuition Fees: £400.00
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Course Code 20057-STA-25
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Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Commissioning of Small Electrical Energy Storage Systems
Level 3
Cornwall College St Austell
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electrical, energysystems, installation, commissioning, solar, renewable