Changes to Qualifications for Electricians
Regulation covering the electrical industry is changing, the EAS committee has released significant updates to the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) and Qualifications Guide.
Depending on your current qualifications and the type of work you or your company does, from October 2026 you will need to ensure that your qualifications are up-to-date to cover the type of work you do, contracts or services you provide.
Now is the time to take action, from October 2026 you will need to work towards gaining qualifications to comply with the new regulations.
Read on for more information about who these changes affect and the training needed to meet the new regulations.
For support and advice, contact cist@gllm.ac.uk. Funding may be available for training, subject to eligibility criteria.
Carbon reduction technologies
Individuals involved in the installation of carbon reduction technologies such as Solar PV, Batteries and EV charging will need certification in order to sign off their own installation work. Depending on the type of work undertaker you will need:
- EAL Level 3 Award in the Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems
- Electrical Energy Storage System
- EAL EV3/01 Understand the Requirements for the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Points
Inspecting, testing and reporting of electrical systems (EICR testing or periodic inspections)
Individuals who undertake EICR testing or periodic inspection on the safe continued use of systems, as well as inspecting, testing and reporting will now need an approved qualification in order to continue to do this work.
You will need:
As well as:
Experienced Electricians
If you have significant experience but lack formal qualifications (level 3 NVQ and AM2), this route can help you get certified and stay compliant by completing the EAL L3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker:
