A Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installer Apprenticeship is a cost-effective way to develop a skilled, competent workforce.

Apprentices receive structured training while gaining practical experience in your business, helping you build long-term capability, improve retention and address the growing demand for qualified smart meter installers.

During the programme, apprentices work towards the Level 2 Diploma in Smart Metering (Dual Fuel) and complete industry-recognised assessments, including MOCOPA and ACS CMA3/MET1, before progressing to their End Point Assessment.

These qualifications ensure they meet the standards required to work as competent dual fuel smart meter installers.

The apprenticeship typically lasts 8 months, combining practical workplace learning with around 20% off-the-job training.

Training is delivered through block-release sessions, workplace mentoring and structured learning, minimising disruption to your business.

Apprentices are required to complete 20% off-the-job training, which is a government requirement for apprenticeship programmes.

This includes classroom training, mentoring, portfolio development and other structured learning activities.

The remainder of the programme is spent gaining valuable hands-on experience within your business.

Many employers can access government funding for apprenticeships, either through the Apprenticeship Levy (now the Growth & Skills Levy) or co-investment schemes, depending on eligibility.

Our team can help you understand the funding options available and guide you through the application process.

We work closely with employers throughout the apprenticeship, providing:

• Dedicated apprenticeship support
• Regular progress reviews
• Learner performance monitoring
• Employer liaison
• Compliance guidance
• Assessment preparation
• Ongoing communication throughout the programme

This collaborative approach helps ensure apprentices remain on track and meet both business and apprenticeship requirements.

As the employer, you'll provide apprentices with meaningful workplace experience, supervision and opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours outlined in the apprenticeship standard.

You'll also support regular reviews and allow time for off-the-job training.

Yes. The Dual Fuel Smart Metering Apprenticeship is an excellent way to upskill existing employees who are moving into dual fuel smart metering roles, or require formal qualifications to support their career progression.

Once apprentices successfully complete their End Point Assessment, they are fully qualified to work as Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installers.

Many employers continue to develop their engineers through additional training in areas such as Single & Multi-Phase Metering and REGT1 (Medium Pressure).

Progress is monitored through regular reviews involving the apprentice, employer and us as the training provider (Leep Trade).

This includes monitoring workplace performance, portfolio development, technical competence, customer service, compliance and overall progression towards the apprenticeship standard.

Yes. Whether you're a national energy supplier, utilities contractor or regional engineering business, the programme can be tailored to support your workforce development needs.

We work with employers of all sizes to develop skilled smart metering engineers.