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Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installer Level 2 v1.3

Standard: ST0158 Version 1.3

Funding: £12,000

Typical Duration: 8 months

EPA Period: 3 months

Sector: Gas

Price: £1,935

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Summary

A dual fuel smart meter installer (electricity and gas) is in charge of safely installing, exchanging and maintaining smart meters, explaining to customers how they work and how to use energy more efficiently.

Current Apprentices (starting before 1 August 2025):

  • Minimum on-programme duration remains 12 months
  • Must complete the required amount of off-the-job training in line with apprenticeship funding rules

    New Apprentices (starting on or after 1 August 2025):
  • Minimum on-programme duration is 8 months (reduced from 12 months)
  • Off-the-job training requirements still apply as per funding rules

    Typical duration for full-time apprentices (from 1 August 2025):
  • Around 8 months on-programme under the new version

  • End-point Assessment Components

    • Multiple-choice Test
    • Practical Assessment with Questions
    • Interview based on a portfolio of Evidence

    Gateway Requirements

    Apprentice has:

    • Achieved English and mathematics qualifications in line with the apprenticeship funding rules
    • IGEM IG/1 Supplement 3 Certificate
    • Consolidated Metering Code of Practice (CoMCoP)
    • Matters of Gas Safety Competency Accreditations
    • compiled and submitted a portfolio of evidence, which the interview will be based

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