New 2921-34 EV-Charging Installation electrician course: sharpen your skills for the next wave of electrification 

The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is gathering serious pace in the UK: government data shows public charge-points jumped by 45 % in just twelve months, putting the nation on track for 300 000 units by 2030 GOV.UK. Every one of those sockets needs a competent installer, which is why Elec Training is rolling out the updated 2921-34 Domestic and Small Commercial Charging Installation electrician course this September. If you are still mapping your career, check our guide on How to become an electrician; if you already hold a Level 3 qualification, 2921-34 is the logical next step. 

Why demand will keep rising 

The International Energy Agency forecasts that EVs could capture almost 55 % of global car sales by 2035 under existing policies IEA. More vehicles means heavier grid loads, smarter load-balancing, and tougher compliance checks. Contractors who can design, install, and maintain reliable chargers will stay ahead of the curve, win higher-margin jobs, and impress clients who need future-proofed infrastructure. 

What is different about the 2921-34 electrician course? 

• Industry-aligned syllabus: Written against the latest National Occupational Standards and TESP Electrician Plus model, so content stays in lock-step with regulations. 

• Focused entry: Only qualified electricians who satisfy the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) can enrol, raising the baseline of every cohort. 

• Online assessment: A 60-minute multiple-choice exam probes design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance know-how. 

• Clear timetable: 2921-34 opens in September 2024; its predecessor 2921-31 retires the following month, so timing your study matters. 

These changes matter, and each installer need to keep pace with them fast. 

Entry requirements at a glance 

You must hold one of the following or an accepted equivalent: 

• City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diplomas 2357, 2356, or 5357 

• Experienced Worker Routes 2346 or 2347 

• SVQ Electrical Installation at SCQF 7 (Scotland) or EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Installation (Wales) 

• A current ECS Gold, JIB Electrician, or Approved Electrician Card 

If your credential is more than five years old, you will need evidence of currency such as the most recent Wiring Regulations certificate. Full details are published on our electrician course page. 

City & Guilds EV-Charging qualification suite 

• 2921-34 – Design and installation of domestic and small-commercial EV chargers (available Sept 2024) 

• 2921-31 – Legacy version, closing Oct 2024 

• 2921-32 – Design and Quality Assurance for large-scale EV installations 

• 2921-33 – Installation and maintenance of large-scale EV installations 

Many learners combine 2921-34 with their nvq level 3 electrical portfolio to secure an ECS Gold Card and unlock commercial tender lists. For a full route-map, read How to complete your NVQ level 3 Electrical. 

Five benefits you will gain 

1. Regulatory confidence: Understand the IET Wiring Regulations, Smart Charge-Point Regulations, and grid-capacity constraints. 

1. Design precision: Size cables, breakers, and earthing correctly for single-phase or three-phase supplies. 

1. Smart-tech familiarity: Configure load-sharing software, firmware updates, and OCPP back-office platforms. 

1. Safety leadership: Apply risk assessments for RCD protection, PEN fault detection, and surge-protection devices. 

1. Commercial edge: Quote more accurately, avoid costly rework, and reassure clients with recognised City & Guilds branding. 

How the course runs 

Delivery: Two classroom days plus a remote-proctored online exam. Practical demonstrations use live chargers mounted on training rigs, so you leave with hands-on confidence. 

Materials: Learners receive a digital workbook, the latest IET Code of Practice for EV Charging Installations, and worksheet templates you can reuse onsite. 

Support: Tutors are practising EV specialists drawn from national contractors and distribution-network operators. Weekly drop-in webinars answer technical questions right up to exam day. 

Enrolment and next steps 

Seats for the inaugural September intake are limited. Visit our electrician course portal, upload proof of your Level 3 or card status, and a course advisor will confirm eligibility within one working day. Finance plans and group discounts are available for companies booking three or more places. 

Keep your business future-proof with Elec Training Birmingham 

Whether you serve city centres or rural depots, EV infrastructure work is growing faster than traditional rewires. Join Elec Training this autumn, master the 2921-34 syllabus, and position yourself as the go-to expert when clients ask for reliable, compliant charging solutions. Sustainable transport is not a distant goal: it is today’s workload—make sure you are ready.