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Apprenticeship

Solar PV installation and maintenance – Apprenticeship unit

Level
3
Advanced Β· like A-levels
Length
β€”
typical
Sector
Construction and the built environment
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

What you'd do

Install solar panels and mounting systems on roofs
Wire and connect inverters, batteries, and consumer units
Commission installed systems and confirm correct operation
Carry out routine maintenance and safety inspections
Follow health and safety rules for working at height
Complete installation certificates and compliance documentation
Explain system performance and monitoring to clients

What you'd learn

Solar PV system components and how they work together
Electrical principles relevant to PV installations
Safe working at height and on rooftops
Wiring, connecting, and commissioning solar arrays
MCS and building regulations requirements for solar installations
Fault-finding and routine maintenance of PV systems
Environmental benefits and energy efficiency principles
Ready to look for a place?
See live Solar PV installation and maintenance – Apprenticeship unit apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
Find vacancies
A Careermash concept Β· apprenticeship standard from our careers engine Β· vacancies via gov.uk.

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