Renewable Energy Training in Skipton
Our training centre in Skipton, delivered in partnership with Oldfield Electrical Supplies at their premises, is located within easy reach of main transport links, allowing convenient access from nearby towns across North Yorkshire and parts of Lancashire, including Keighley, Ilkley, and Clitheroe.
At this Oldfield-hosted training centre, we deliver a full range of renewable heat and low-carbon power qualifications. Each course has been carefully designed to equip you with the practical skills, technical knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in the UK’s fast-growing renewable energy sector.
What Courses are Available at Skipton?
- Solar PV
- Battery Storage
- Electric Vehicle Charging Installation
- Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition)
The centre features modern, industry-standard facilities. This immersive learning environment ensures you’re ready to apply your skills from day one and confidently take on real-world installations.
Who are our training courses for?
Upon successful completion of our courses, candidates will achieve the relevant industry-recognised qualification, such as an LCL Awards Level 3 Certificate or the City & Guilds 18th Edition qualification, depending on the programme undertaken.
As these are advanced, trade-focused courses designed to upskill qualified professionals into renewable and low-carbon technologies, specific entry requirements apply:
- Solar PV, Battery Storage and EV Charge Point Installation – Candidates must hold a Level 3 Award in the Requirements for BS 7671 (18th Edition). In addition, learners must hold a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent), as these courses are designed for qualified electricians expanding into renewable energy systems.
- City & Guilds 18th Edition (BS 7671) – This course is intended for practising electricians and those working within the electrical industry who require an up-to-date understanding of the current Wiring Regulations.
Our course content is developed specifically for experienced tradespeople who are looking to enhance their skills, remain compliant with industry standards, and confidently deliver Solar PV, Battery Storage, and EV charging installations in line with current regulations.
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How to find us
Oldfields Electrical Supplies Unit 6 Snaygill Ind. Estate Keighley Road Skipton BD23 2QR