EAL Level 3 Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Course
Online CourseENTRY REQUIREMENTS NOW CHANGED - PLEASE READ
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS NOW CHANGED - PLEASE READ
The entry requirement for those learners taking the Electric Vehicle Charging qualification have now changed.
In order to take this qualification you must be a competent electrician and hold one of the qualifications listed below, with the relevant AM test; (e.g. AM2/S/E/D).
• 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
• ECS Gold Card for a Domestic Electrician, JIB Electrician, or Approved Electrician Card.
Who is the EAL EV Charging Course for?
Our EAL Level 3 EV Charging Course will allow you to offer your customers the installation of vehicle charging points. The EV charging course is ideal for either those who are registered with a Part P scheme provider or those who are planning to join one, with the intention of registering with the Government OZEV (Office of Zero Emission Vehicles) grant scheme, also known as the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme.
EAL EV Charger Course Overview
The EAL Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Points 603/3929/9 has been designed to allow those looking to install electric vehicle charging equipment to gain a recognised qualification.
The course is designed to work with the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation to give you the required knowledge to safely install charging equipment on domestic premises.
Our EAL Level 3 Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Course includes the following:
- Overview of EV Charging Equipment
What it is, what are the different types available, what are the advantages/disadvantages of the different types. - Understanding the design considerations
Covering the factors that will affect the design of an EV charging point. - The physical installation requirements
The different physical requirements that are required depending on location. - Electrical requirements
The general requirements for electrical installation including: protection from electric shock, circuit design, RCD protection, isolation and switching. - Electrical requirements for different types of installation
More specific requirements for dwellings, on street equipment, commercial and industrial. - Inspection and testing
Additional testing requirements, including functional testing.
Key benefits of EC4U’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Online Course
– Accessed via the internet from your phone or laptop
– Flexible learning method – available at any time and place to suit you
– Arranged into short, accessible e-learning modules
– Includes exam style review questions, and timed mock exams
Course duration
The EV charger course is an online learning course comprised of 10 learning modules and assessments to track your progress. The course has a recommended 8 hours of learning time.
Qualifications
- EAL 603/3929/9 Level 3 Understand the Requirements for the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Points
The exams
Upon completion of the Electric Vehicle Charging Course, you will need to come to our training centre to sit an online multiple-choice exam consisting of 25 questions. You can take your IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation book with you for reference. Please call us on 01444 872145 when you are ready to take the exam.
Upon successful completion of the exam, you will receive a digital copy of your qualification certificate within 3 working days.
Course literature
The following publication below is to be purchased by all customers wishing to take part in the EV Charging Course. You will need to purchase the book before starting your course. Please note that for Online Courses we do not supply or sell the course books and will have to be purchased elsewhere. Please see the book title and ISBN number below to ensure you are purchasing the correct book.
IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment 4th Edition: ISBN-13: 978-1-83953-180-4
Entry requirements
You must have your Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance), or equivalent to enrol on this course. You will need to be 18 or over to attend the course.
If you would like any further information about the EV charging course please call us on 01444 872145 and we will be delighted to help you.
FAQs
Who is this EV Charger Course for?
This EV installation course is designed for currently practising and newly qualified electricians who wish to have a greater understanding of what is involved in installing electric vehicle charging equipment.
When I will receive my certificate?
You will receive a digital certificate within 3 working days of passing your exam.
What is OZEV (previously OLEV)?
OZEV (Office of Zero Emission Vehicles) is the part of the government that is responsible for promoting the uptake of electric vehicles. OZEV was previously known as OLEV (Office of Low Emission Vehicles).
What is the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme grant?
The grant offered by OZEV allows an OZEV-authorised installer to claim 75% up to £350 of the installation costs back for their customers providing certain criteria are met.
What are the entry requirements for the EV Charging Course?
You must have your Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance), or equivalent to enrol on this course.
What books do I need for the EV Charging Course?
For this course you will need a copy of the IET Code of Practice for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation. This book contains best practices for the design, installation and testing of EV charging equipment.
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