EAL latest news and updates – August 2025

Welcome to EAL’s update for August 2025. Catch up with the latest news, events, and updates here – and don’t forget to visit our LinkedIn page for even more.

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MOET standards update event

We’re excited to invite you to a key event to look at the Engineering Maintenance Technician Standards.

Join us online for an exclusive session covering the upcoming changes to the Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician (MOET) standard.

When is it?

Thursday 25th September 12:00 pm-1:00 pm on GoTo Webinar.

What’s changing?

The current MOET standard (ST0154) is being replaced by not one, but two new standards:

• ST1426 – Single discipline
• ST1443 – Dual discipline.

This event is a must-attend for employers and training providers. We'll walk you through:

• What the new standards mean for you
• Key timelines and transition information
• How EAL will continue to support you as the End-Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO).

Join us for the Engineering Maintenance and Technician standards update (virtual) on Sep 25, 2025 12pm BST.

Register now

T Level Results Day 2025: start building your future talent pipeline

As students across the country receive their T Level results, a new wave of skilled, work-ready talent is set to enter the world of engineering and manufacturing – thanks to the support and real-world experience provided by their industry placements.

"I love my placement here. It's led to me having a job, which is just amazing,” says T Level student Austin, who has accepted an apprenticeship at Manchester-based engineers, R&B Switchgear Group.

Find out how hosting a T Level industry placement can help you spot and secure skilled, motivated young talent in our partner charity Enginuity’s latest blog.

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New emergency lighting award

We are pleased to announce the imminent launch of a new electrotechnical short award: EAL Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems (610/6121/9).  This short award has 7 guided learning hours and was developed with Zzeus, and the British Fire Consortium (BFC). 

It provides learners with an understanding of the application of BS 5266-1 and the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of emergency lighting systems conforming to the requirements of BS 5266, BS EN 1838 and BS EN 50172. 

It is for personnel involved in the electrotechnical sector, such as electricians, designers, and inspectors, who wish to update their knowledge of emergency lighting system design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance, and facilities maintenance staff.  It is assessed by an EAL-set and centre-marked controlled knowledge assessment, and graded pass (or fail) only. 

To find out more about this exciting new award, please contact EAL Customer Experience.

Lead to Succeed by partner charity Enginuity: Subsidised leadership training for SMEs

Applications closing on 31 August 2025 for the September cohort.

Lead to Succeed is a subsidised leadership and management development programme created specifically for SMEs in the engineering and manufacturing sector, delivered by Prime Progress Ltd and majority-funded by our partner charity Enginuity.

99% of UK manufacturing businesses are SMEs — and they’re facing rising costs, skills shortages, shifting policy and rapid technological change.

Leadership makes the difference. Strong managers give SMEs the confidence to adapt, innovate and grow.

"Leadership development is no longer a discretionary investment. It’s a strategic necessity that impacts productivity, retention, inclusion and innovation." - Ann Watson, CEO of Enginuity

With our partner charity Enginuity funding up to 75% of the cost, SME leaders and managers can access this high-quality development opportunity for as little as £600 + VAT.

• 13-month programme with 8 in-person sessions + deep dives
• Locations: West Yorkshire (Sept 2025) and West Midlands (Oct 2025)
• Investment: from £600 + VAT (Enginuity funds the rest).

Applications are open until 31 August for the September cohort, and until 15 September for the October cohort.

Find out more and apply

 

Recognising skilled cable installers at Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick

Celebrate the success and skills on show from our latest delegates as they received formal certification in cable installation at a leading employer.

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EAL and Enginuity launch Vocational Celebration Day in the UK

This is your chance to get involved on a dedicated day to celebrate the achievements of our vocational learners next summer. See how you can take part.

Vocational Celebration Day

New resources available in core units for EAL qualifications

We’re excited to announce a number of new resources are available across some of our core units in five EAL qualifications.

New EAL resources

UKBIC and EAL push the boundaries of battery production

See how together, EAL and the UK Battery Industrialisation Centre are set to deliver a massive technical skills breakthrough for the UK.

EAL x UKBIC

New Level 3 technical qualifications from EAL

Find out how our qualifications are designed to meet the evolving demands of the electrical and plumbing industries.

Level 3 technical qualifications