Electric Vehicle Charging qualifications and training courses

Last Updated: 08 Nov 2024

As the UK drives toward a net-zero economy by 2050, decarbonising transport is a top priority. With transport being one of the largest contributors to CO2 emissions, electrification is critical.

By August 2024, there were over 1.1 million battery-electric cars on UK roads, reflecting a 71% increase in EV registrations from 2022 to 2023. The UK now has around 66,779 public charge points across 34,570 locations. However, to meet future demands, this number must rise to 500,000 by 2030.

The rapid expansion of EV charging infrastructure is driving an urgent need for a skilled workforce to install and maintain these systems safely and efficiently. It’s crucial to equip professionals with the necessary skills to meet the demand.

Launching September 2024: New EV Charging Domestic Installation Qualification (2921-34)
This refreshed qualification has been developed with input from employers, professional associations, and providers. It’s aligned with the latest industry standards, National Occupational Standards (NOS), and the Electrician Plus trademark requirements. Register for the webinar >

About the qualifications

We worked with employers and professional associations to design a new EV Charging industry standard, and a set of qualifications aimed at qualified electricians, installers and engineers wishing to upskill to safely install and maintain Electric Vehicle charging points.

2921-31 Design and Installation of Domestic and Small commercial electric vehicle charging installations. (available until 31 October 2024)
2921-32 Design and Quality Assurance of Largescale electric vehicle charging installations.
2921-33 Installation and maintenance of Largescale electric vehicle charging installations.
2921-34 Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small commercial electric vehicle charging installation (available from 30 August 2024).

Additional qualification information:

Level 3 Award of Domestic and small commercial EV Charging Installations:

Overview of qualification webinar – Register for the webinar >

Level 3 Awards of Largescale EV Charging Installations:

Overview of qualification webinar – Watch it here >
2921-32 Qualification overview leaflet
2921-33 Qualification overview leaflet

*Funding may be available, check funding locally.

Looking for an Approved Centre?

Are you an electrician and interested in training towards one of our EV Charging Installation qualifications, but not sure where? Downloaded our list of Approved Centres that offer one of our 2921 qualifications across the UK.

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Available to deliver in the following:

England
Wales – please check QiW website for available funding
Scotland
Northern Ireland

Interested in delivering this qualification?

Find out more about how to become an approved City & Guilds centre or fill out our online customer application form.

General Information

What Is Involved In Studying This Course?

During your study you will cover a range of knowledge and skills across areas including inspection & testing and handing over of electrical vehicle charging equipment.

Candidates studying towards the 2921-31 will be assessed by on-line multiple-choice test and a practical assignment.
Candidates studying towards the 2921-32 will be assessed by short-answer, scenario-based test and a Project assignment.
Candidates studying towards the 2921-33 will be assessed by short-answer, scenario-based test
Candidates studying towards the 2921-34 will be assessed by on-line multiple-choice test

What Careers Can This Lead To?

These qualifications can lead directly into employment in the EV Charging sub-sector, offering learners the chance to develop their skills and knowledge to a high standard recognised by the industry.

What Is Involved With Delivering This Course?

To deliver these qualifications you will need qualified assessors and suitable facilities. The requirements for these can be found in the qualification handbook.

Level 3

Level 3 Award in the design and installation of domestic and small commercial electric vehicle charging installations (2921-31)

Last Registration Date: 31 Oct 2024

Level 3 Award in the design and installation of domestic and small commercial electric vehicle charging installations

Accreditation No: 610/0899/0 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: VRQ This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: Data unavailable This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/10/2025 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: TBC, please speak to your Account Manager for further information Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 3 Award in the Design and Quality Assurance of Largescale Electric Vehicle Charging Installations (2921-32)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2025

Level 3 Award in the Design and Quality Assurance of Largescale Electric Vehicle Charging Installations

Accreditation No: 610/1497/7 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: VRQ This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: Data unavailable This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: TBC, please speak to your Account Manager for further information Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Largescale Electric Vehicle Charging Installations (2921-33)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2025

Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Largescale Electric Vehicle Charging Installations

Accreditation No: 610/1420/5 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: VRQ This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: Data unavailable This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: TBC, please speak to your Account Manager for further information Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations (2921-34)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2028

Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations

Accreditation No: 610/4640/1 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: VRQ This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: Data unavailable This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2029 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: TBC, please speak to your Account Manager for further information Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

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Electric Vehicle Charging (2921)