Level 3 EV Charging Installation Course in Merton

Cost£154.00
Duration2 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations Course in Merton. Classes run at Merton College, part-time during the day. The course runs over two weeks, making it practical for those fitting training around work or other commitments. You'll cover the design principles and installation requirements for EV charging points in domestic and small commercial settings. This is a growing area of electrical work, with demand rising as more homes and businesses switch to electric vehicles. The City and Guilds design and installation of domestic and small commercial electric vehicle charging installations qualification is recognised by employers in the electrical sector.

Who this course is for

Please see our website for full details www.stcg.ac.uk

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll learn the regulations and standards that apply to EV charging installations in domestic and small commercial settings.
  • You'll understand how to assess a site and select appropriate EV charging equipment.
  • You'll learn how to design an EV charging installation that meets current requirements.
  • You'll understand the electrical supply considerations for both domestic and small commercial properties.
  • You'll learn how to install, test, and commission EV charging equipment safely.
  • You'll understand how to complete the documentation required for an EV charging installation.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Merton College. You'll learn through a combination of taught sessions and practical exercises covering design principles and installation methods. Assessment is through a written examination and practical assessment tasks set by City and Guilds. You'll have an initial assessment before the course begins to confirm this is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Merton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • EV charging installer: design and fit home and commercial charge points.
  • Electrical installer: broader domestic and commercial electrical work.
  • Approved electrician: qualified electrical work across residential properties.
  • Electrical maintenance engineer: servicing and maintaining electrical systems.
  • Green energy technician: installation work across low-carbon technologies.
  • Self-employed EV charging contractor: run your own installation business.

What you could study next

Once you hold this City and Guilds Level 3 Award, you could progress to the Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671) if you haven't already completed it. Electricians working toward full competency may also look at the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, which supports applications for an ECS or JIB Gold Card and recognition as a qualified electrician.