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Solar Panel & Renewable Energy Technician Apprenticeship Pathway

Everything you need to know about starting a Solar Panel & Renewable Energy Technician apprenticeship: entry qualifications, wage progression, Levy funding rules, and training provider options.

Apprenticeship Standard Details

DURATION
24 Months
START WAGE
£21,000/yr
SOC CODE
5249

Entry Requirements:

  • GCSE Grade 4 in Maths and Science
  • Comfort working at heights

Typical Learning Modules:

Roof Structure & Flashing
Solar Photovoltaic Science
Battery Storage Systems
Grid Regulations
Working at Height Safety

Certification Outcome

Level 3 Solar PV Qualification & MCS Installer Status

Top Training Providers

  • Logic4training
  • BPEC Training
  • City & Guilds
Full Solar Panel & Renewable Energy Technician Career Guide
Apprenticeship Standards & Source Attribution
Primary Source: Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) Occupational Standards • UK National Apprenticeship Service.
Wage Information: Minimum wage benchmarks reflect the UK National Minimum Wage for Apprentices (2026/27). Qualified pay rates reflect ONS ASHE survey data.
Last Reviewed: August 2026 • Next Review: April 2027
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