Level 2 Diploma in Smart Metering
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General Information
Qualification Content
Common Units (for gas or power or dual fuel)
- Working Practices in the Energy and Utilities Sector L/502/9858 (LCL-S2001)
- Working Safely in the Energy and Utilities Sector A/502/9855 (LCL-S2002)
- Using and Communicating Technical Information in the Energy and Utilities Sector J/503/0233 (LCL-S2003)
- Delivering Customer Service When Working Within the Energy and Utilities Sector F/502/9856 (LCL-S2004)
- Install and Commission Communication Systems for Smart Meters A/503/0231 (LCL-S2005)
Electric Meter Units (power only and dual fuel)
- Install Single Phase Meter and Associated Equipment M/600/3988 (LCL-S2006)
- Change Single Phase Meter and Associated Equipment A/600/3993 (LCL-S2007)
Gas Meter Units (dual fuel)
- Applied Practices and Principles for Installing Low Pressure Natural Gas Smart Meters up to U6 only K/503/0256 (LCL-S2008)
- Prepare, Install and Commission Low Pressure Natural Gas Smart Meter and Regulator up to 6.0m³/hr F/503/0232 (LCL-S2009)
- Low Pressure Gas Smart Meter Tightness Testing and Direct Purging J/502/9857 (LCL-S2010)
This suite of regulated qualifications has been developed and published by LCL Awards in response to an industry need to meet the demand for the installation gas and electricity meters in UK homes.
The qualification(s) are for learners that are new to the industry and wish to learn how to install and exchange gas and or power smart meters. They are also suitable for existing installers who intend to up skill and carry out work in a new industry sector.
Once registered for the qualification learners are provided with a comprehensive on-site electronic portfolio where details of their guided learning and on site supervised work practice is recorded. This enables learners and the centre to monitor progression and provides the evidence required to assist assessors when making assessment decisions.
Learners undertake guided learning at an Approved Centre which may be on a block or day release basis, depending on the needs of the employer. This enables learners to practice and learn installing and exchanging smart meters in a safe and controlled environment which simulates real work situations.
When the fundamental principles of installing and exchanging smart meters have been learnt, learners commence their on-site supervised work practice under the supervision of a competent and experienced smart meter installer. This person acts as the learner’s mentor who provides advice, guidance and support in addition to confirming when and where the learner has met the required standard for installing and exchanging smart meters.
Independent summative assessment(s) confirm whether the learner has understood and learnt the job of installing and exchanging smart meters. This takes place in a controlled environment within am LCL Awards approved centre.
The learning outcomes of each of the qualification(s) are specific to the gas and power sector, details of which can be seen by following the link to the Qualification Specification for the L2 Diploma's in Smart Metering - at the bottom of this page in the download section.
On successful achievement of the dual fuel qualification the learners details will be uploaded to Gas Safe Register (this requires a passport specification photograph of the learner being provided to LCL Awards by the learner/centre). This qualification includes the relevant assessment criterion of the ACS assessments CMA3 and MET1 which allows the learner to work on gas meter installations in dwellings provided they have been registered with Gas Safe Register by their employer.
Please note that the qualification does not include any work on the installation pipework other than that required to facilitate the meter exchange e.g. connecting to the outlet supply, likewise the qualification does not include any work on the electrical installation within the dwelling.
Prerequisites and Assessment Methods
Learners registering for a qualification must be either employed by or working for an energy supplier (or their agent) or have access to on-site supervised workplace practice and experience provided by a third party.
Observed performance in the workplace and using realistic simulation within an approved assessment centre.
Written e-examination consisting of multiple choice style questions.
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Fees and Additional Information
Additional Learner and Centre Information
What careers can this qualification lead to?
The qualification prepares you for employment as a Smart Meter Installer (Dual Fuel or Power only).
As the national rollout of smart meters continues, these skills are in high demand across the UK energy industry.
What progression opportunities are available when I complete this qualification?
After achieving this qualification, you may progress to:
- Further training and qualifications in gas, electrical installation, or energy efficiency
- Specialist or supervisory roles within smart metering and energy utilities
This Diploma provides a strong foundation for a long-term career in the energy and utilities sector, with opportunities to branch into technical, supervisory, or compliance-based roles.
What is involved in delivering this qualification?
To deliver the Level 2 Diploma in Smart Metering (Dual Fuel / Power), a training centre must be approved by LCL Awards and demonstrate it can meet all delivery and quality assurance requirements.
Centres need qualified teachers and assessors with industry experience in metering, gas, and electrical installation, along with appropriate teaching and assessment credentials. They must provide suitable training facilities, including classrooms for theory, practical areas for metering installations, and access to industry-standard tools, test equipment, and smart meters for hands-on learning.
Assessment involves:
- An on-screen multiple-choice exam, which is set and marked by LCL Awards.
- A practical performance assessment, which is set by LCL Awards but delivered and marked by LCL Awards approved assessors.
Learners also build an electronic work record portfolio to evidence their supervised workplace practice, therefore learners would need to be able to undertake live meter exchanges under the supervision of a mentor.
Centres must therefore provide secure IT facilities for online exams and a well-equipped practical area where learners can demonstrate their competence in line with industry standards.