Solar PV for New Entrants (York)

This course has been developed by PPL in order for completely new entrants to the trade to become fully qualified installers of Solar Photovoltaic panels, complete with the necessary tools to become MCS accredited as an optional extra week.

Stage 1 – New Entrant Electrical Course – 4 weeks

Stage 1 of this new entrant course has been specifically designed for people with no electrical experience. We begin with 7 days of basic electrical training in order to build up the knowledge and confidence required to move onto the more in-depth electrical qualifications. This course will be a mixture of interactive theory and hands-on practical sessions. The crucial part of any career is the foundation from which your knowledge grows and because no-one can teach experience, PPL know the importance of delivering first class training that appeal to all learning styles. This is why in the first all-important week you will learn through teaching and by doing. Your foundation course has evolved by picking out the essential parts of different qualifications; it has been developed in part by newly qualified electricians and is delivered by some of the best electrical trainers in the industry.

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A typical course diary
 
Week 1 – Monday to Friday Pre-Certification Foundation Electrical Training
Week 2 – Monday to Tuesday Pre-PAT and PAT training
Week 2 – Wednesday to Friday 17th Edition Wiring Regulations
Week 3 -  Monday to Friday Part P Electrics Defined Scope
Week 3 – Saturday Part P Electrics Full Scope
Week 4 – Monday to Thursday Inspection & Testing 2392
Week 4 -  Friday Q & A Free Style Day

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Stage 2 – New entrant Photovotaic installer’s course – 1 week (Mon-Sat)

After successfully completing stage 1, the course moves on the photovoltaic installation side with.

• NICEIC Solar Photovoltaic installer course
• NICEIC Working at Heights
• NICEIC CoSHH
• NICEIC Manual Handling
• City & Guilds (Accredited) Installation of Solar Photovoltaic Panels

Together with the qualifications gained in step 1 the above qualifications will allow you to work both as an domestic electrical engineer and solar photovoltaic installer (subject to approval by relevant competent person schemes and MCS). As a qualified solar PV engineer you have the opportunity to subcontract to an existing MCS registered company or apply to gain MCS membership for yourself. If you want to join MCS then step 3 will help you achieve this.

Total price for both steps 1 and 2 is £3600.00 plus VAT (£4,320.00 inc VAT) with all course manuals, examination and registration fees, and certificates included.  The course also comes with a FREE Metrel tester.

At this point, you will have all the necessary qualifications to work with a company who is MCS registered as a full installer.  If your ambition is to work for yourself, fear not, PPL can take you through the options with a one day MCS pre registration course, followed by a master class in how to effectively sell PV to your potential clients. PPL work with Solar PV installation companies such as SolarPanels4U and can offer candidates work experience in PV, if required, subject to availability.

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The Solar PV new entrant course includes all certification fees in your course fees.

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For further information on this Solar PV for New Entrants course, please take a moment to look at the Theory Overview tab.

* Included in the optional week (fee applies)

Solar PV for New Entrants Course - Theory Overview

Please see the individual courses below for a full theory overview:   

Students will complete the course in the following order:

Week 1

Pre-Certification Electrical Training

Week 2

PAT Testing Training
City & Guilds 17th Edition Wiring Regulations

Week 3

Bpec Part P Electrics Full Scope

Week 4

City & Guilds Inspection & Testing 2392
Q&A- Free Style Day

Week 5

NICEIC Working at Heights
NICEIC Manual Handling
NICEIC CoSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
NICEIC Solar Photovoltaic Installer

City & Guilds (Accredited) Installation of PV Panels

Week 6

MCS Quality Assurance Course

For further information on this Solar PV for New Entrants Course, please take a moment to look at the Practical Overview tab.

Solar PV for New Entrants Course - Practical Overview

Please see the individual courses below for a full practical overview:

Bpec Part P Electrical Full Scope
City & Guilds 2392 Fundamental Inspection and Electrical Testing
NICEIC Working at Heights
NICEIC Manual Handling
NICEIC CoSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
NICEIC Solar Photovoltaic Installer

Courses that are not listed in this section do not have a practical element.

For more information on the Solar PV for New Entrants Course please see our FAQs tab.

Solar PV for New Entrants course FAQs:

Key course facts:

Course times: 9am to 4.30pm 
Course duration: Up to 6 weeks
Payment: £500 Deposit with balance due on first day of course 
Certification: Bpec, NICEIC, City & Guilds qualifications
Assessment Methods: Theory & Practical

Q - Who is the course aimed at?

A - It is aimed at people wishing to change career to be a solar photovoltaic installer.

Q - How is much is the deposit?

A - A £500 deposit is required on booking. 

Q - Do you offer a work placement?

A - We can assist in work placements at the end of the course. 

Q - Do I have to complete all 3 stages?

A - No, you can split the course into the stages that are relevant to your needs - the various stages are invidually priced and detailed in the course content.

Q - I am already a qualified electrician but wish to qualify for MCS, is this course suitable for me?

A - Yes, you just need to call us to book the relevant Stages of the course that you require.  If in doubt, please give us a call and we will advise you to ensure you are not booking courses which are not necessary.

Q - How do I get more information about the Solar PV for New Entrants course?

A - Call us on 0845 2600 966 or request a brochure pack.

Q - How do I book a place on the Solar PV for New entrants course?

A - Book online for your chosen date or call us on 0845 2600 966.

Q - Where do people come from to take Solar PV New Entrants course?

A - We train people from all over the UK for the  City & Guilds Renewable energy engineer course; London, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Devon, Bristol, East Anglia, North West, Yorkshire, North East, South East, South West, Derbyshire; they come from national plumbing and heating companies, self-employed plumbers, builders, gas engineers and renewable energy engineers.

For more general frequently asked questions please see our main FAQ page.