The electric vehicle (EV) sector is growing rapidly, and with that growth comes higher expectations for safety, quality and compliance.
From 1st October 2026, new requirements under the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) will come into effect, impacting electricians who install EV charging equipment across the UK.
If you’re working in electrical or renewable energy, here’s what you need to know, and how to stay ahead.
What’s Changing in October 2026?
The upcoming EAS updates are designed to ensure that anyone installing EV charging equipment is properly qualified and competent.
Under the new requirements:
- Installers will need a recognised EV charging qualification
- Competence must be formally assessed, not just assumed
- Businesses must ensure staff are qualified to remain compliant with competent person schemes
This marks a shift towards more structured, standardised qualifications across the industry.
Why This Matters
Demand for EV charging infrastructure is increasing at a significant pace. With more homes and businesses installing chargers, the industry must ensure installations are:
- Safe
- Compliant
- Completed to a high standard
These changes aim to protect both installers and customers, while raising confidence in the quality of EV installations nationwide.
The Qualification You Need: 2921-34
To meet these new requirements, electricians should look at completing a recognised EV charging qualification, such as our City & Guilds 2921-34 EV Charging Installations course.
This course is designed to provide:
- Essential knowledge of EV charging systems
- Practical installation skills
- Understanding of regulations and compliance requirements
Whether you’re adding EV charging to your services or strengthening your existing skillset, the 2921-34 qualification helps position you for the future.
Why You Should Act Now
Although the deadline is October, waiting too long could put you at a disadvantage.
As demand increases:
- Training courses will become more in-demand
- Businesses without qualified staff may miss out on work
- Competitors who act early will be better positioned in the market
Preparing now gives you time to train, qualify and confidently meet the new standards.
Future-Proof Your Skills
The EV market isn’t slowing down, and neither are the expectations placed on installers.
By gaining the right qualifications now, you can:
- Stay compliant with upcoming regulations
- Expand your service offering
- Build trust with customers
- Remain competitive in a fast-growing industry
Get Started
If you’re ready to take the next step, enrolling in the 2921-34 EV Charging Installations course is a practical way to prepare for the October changes.
Stay ahead of the changes. Stay compliant. Stay in demand.
Click here to book today and secure your place!
