Technical mentoring is now fully funded by the Victorian Government through Solar Victoria’s Electrification Skills Program, a $5 million investment in free training initiatives over three years.
Fully funded places until end-August
Fully funded places are now available until 31 August 2026. This represents a saving of around $600 per metro-Melbourne based installer for in-person mentoring, and $900 for installers based in regional Victoria.
About technical mentoring
Technical mentoring and support is fully funded through Solar Victoria for eligible participants and delivered by the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA).
Technical mentoring and support is aimed at:
- increasing compliance, competence and confidence with solar and battery installations and inspections
- growing workforce capacity and skills to meet the higher consumer demand for electrical appliances driven by the government’s gas substitution reforms. These include new building electrification and minimum energy efficiency standards commencing in 2027.
Check if you are eligible for mentoring
This mentoring is open to:
- electricians
- Licensed Electrical Inspectors.
You do not need to be an authorised installer in the Solar Homes Program to be eligible for technical mentoring.
We may also require Solar Homes Program participants to undertake technical mentoring (on a full fee-for-service basis) as part of our audit and compliance enforcement activities.
When and how it is delivered
NECA is delivering technical mentoring and support until 31 August 2026 and hosting two free webinars.
Mentoring sessions are delivered on-site or online by arrangement across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. Individual and small group sessions (with a maximum of four participants) can be arranged.
Mentors will cover these topics:
- load management, maximum demand and energy monitoring
- switchboard upgrades and inspections for electrification
- solar and battery installations
- electric vehicle chargers
- commercial and industrial solar.
Free webinars on Wednesday 11 March and Wednesday 20 May 2026 will cover these topics:
- electric vehicle chargers
- commercial and industrial solar (see the Victorian Energy Upgrades program commercial and industrial solar panel discounts).
Register your interest
Complete NECA’s expression of interest form to participate in this program.
For more information you can also contact NECA:
- Email: technicaltraining@neca.asn.au
- Phone: 1300 300 031
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