Apprenticeship Β· earn while you train Β· live UK standard from the careers engine
Apprenticeship

Smart home technician

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

In a nutshell

Installing, configuring, calibrating, and troubleshooting electrical connected digital home technologies.

What you'd do

Install smart lighting, heating, and security devices in homes
Configure apps and control systems for clients
Connect smart devices to home networks and hubs
Test all installed systems to confirm they work correctly
Explain system functions clearly to homeowners
Diagnose and fix faults reported by customers
Follow electrical safety regulations during all installations

What you'd learn

Smart home protocols including Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Wi-Fi
Installation of smart lighting, thermostats, and security cameras
Network configuration and home broadband infrastructure
Integration of multiple smart systems using control hubs
Electrical safety regulations relevant to domestic installations
Programming and commissioning home automation systems
Diagnosing faults and providing technical support to clients
Ready to look for a place?
See live Smart home technician 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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