Install Only

Grid-Connected Battery Storage

If you’re a licensed electrician who’s ready to specialise in battery storage installation, but don’t need to go down the full design path, this course is for you. With your team’s accredited designer already handling the approvals, we’ll help you build the practical skills to install battery storage solutions safely, confidently and in line with industry standards. It’s a great way to work towards your SAA Grid-Connected Battery Storage Install accreditation.

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If you’re a licensed electrician looking to build your battery installation skills without completing full design training, this course offers the ideal path. It’s tailored for professionals who already work with a team that includes a qualified designer handling approvals, allowing you to focus on what you do best: practical, safe and compliant installations.

You’ll learn how to install battery storage systems that integrate with grid-connected solar, covering the correct procedures, safety requirements and industry regulations. This training provides the essential knowledge to work confidently on-site and prepares you to apply for Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA) Install-Only accreditation in grid-connected battery storage.
Develop skills in installing battery storage systems and connecting them to power conversion equipment.

Learn to conduct precise and efficient site surveys for battery storage installations.

Improve career prospects in the renewable energy industry.
Designed for electricians looking to develop the skills to install battery storage systems for grid-connected photovoltaic systems.

Perfect if you already work with a team that includes a qualified designer handling approvals.

Ideal for those seeking a fast-paced, flexible learning environment with high-quality training.
To enrol in this course, you’ll need to:
  • Hold a current, unrestricted electrical licence.
Graduates of this course will be qualified to install grid-connected battery storage systems, integrating them with PV systems and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This certification supports licensed electricians in developing expertise in energy storage installation, enabling them to meet the growing demand for battery storage solutions and apply for Solar Accreditation Australia accreditation.
Students will require the following to complete this unit:
  • Enclosed footwear and suitable outdoor clothing for site survey activities.
  • Safety boots, safety glasses and appropriate clothing for electrical work during installation and design tasks.
  • Laptop or tablet for accessing online content and participating in class activities.
Grid-Connected Battery Storage Install Only is delivered in person at our training centres and supports learners working towards Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA) accreditation.

Students will be required to complete online pre-course learning. For guidance on the time commitment involved, please refer to the nominal hours listed under ‘Duration and Schedule’ for each nationally recognised unit included in your course.

You can find upcoming course dates and enrolment details in our course calendar.
To support your study planning, please refer to the nominal hours outlined below for each nationally recognised unit included in this course.

In the context of Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and Vocational Education and Training (VET), "nominal hours" refer to the anticipated time needed to deliver and assess a unit of competency or module.

You may take longer to complete your unit of competency or you may take less depending on your experience and any previous training.

Our class based activity is generally where you complete the practical assessment part of your training with the remainder being completed on-line.

The abovementioned nationally agreed hours have been agreed to by all States and Territories for use in national reporting of VET data.

The abovementioned nominal hours is published as a general guide for your information and guidance.
Theory quizzes completed online.

In-class practical assessments for installation and integration tasks.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be issued a Statement of Attainment listing the following Nationally Recognised Units of Competency:

Graduates who complete the course will also be eligible to apply for Grid-Connected Battery Storage Install Only Accreditation through Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA). For detailed information on the requirements and application process, please visit the Solar Accreditation Australia website.

Important accreditation note

This course delivers the nationally recognised battery installation units used in the SAA Grid-Connected Battery Storage Installation Only pathway.
SAA currently lists GCBS Installation Only as an additional accreditation type to an existing GCPV Design & Installation accreditation. Completing this course alone does not by itself make a student eligible for SAA GCBS Installation Only accreditation.
If you are comparing PV Install Only plus Battery Install Only against a battery accreditation outcome, please speak with our team before enrolling.

CSQ Funding Available

This course is eligible for CSQ funding, with a total subsidy of up to $800 available for eligible Queensland workers. No CSQ-mandated co-contribution applies to this course, though a $50 administration fee does. Funding is subject to availability and eligibility requirements.
Enrolment Process

Ready to get started with New Energy Training? Follow the steps below.

Step 1: Enrol Online

Fill out our enrolment form below, and one of our staff will be in touch to guide you through the process.

Step 2: Pay Course Fees

Once you’re ready, pay the nominated course fee.

Step 3: Complete Enrolment

After you’ve made payment, we’ll send you a link to complete your enrolment and get started on your future.

Step 4: Begin Your Training

Access your online learning portal to start the theory at your own pace then attend your scheduled practical sessions to complete your course.

Please note: A $1,500 deposit is required to enrol individual students.

Frequently Asked Question

Yes, this course is only available to individuals holding a current unrestricted electrical licence.
No, this course focuses purely on installation. If you require design training, please consider our Design and Install option.
You’ll complete online theory assessments followed by in-person practical assessments at one of our training centres.
This course delivers the nationally recognised battery installation units. SAA currently lists GCBS Installation Only as an additional accreditation type to an existing GCPV Design & Installation accreditation, so eligibility depends on your existing PV accreditation status as well as successful course completion.
This course takes around 110 hours to complete, combining online theory with practical assessments.
No, prior battery experience isn’t essential, but you must meet the licensing requirements.
Yes, the training units are nationally recognised and align with the SAA Install-Only framework.
Practical assessments are delivered at our training centres in selected locations around Australia.
You’ll need safety boots, glasses and clothing appropriate for electrical work, as well as your tools.
Yes, upon successful completion, you’ll receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

Have Questions?

Our Trainers can be contacted via email to trainer@newenergytraining.com.au, and students can also send direct messages to their trainer via our Moodle learning platform.

Further to this regular online video tutorial sessions are provided for students to gain assistance. Students are encouraged to make the most of this support by attending as many of these sessions as they can manage.

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