NICEIC gets accreditation, to deliver redeveloped MCS installer scheme

​​​​​​​NICEIC is among the first certification bodies to receive accreditation from UKAS to deliver the redeveloped MCS installer scheme

UKAS, the National Accreditation Body for the United Kingdom, has accredited NICEIC, a certification and training body for the electrical industry.

This will allow NICEIC to offer the redeveloped Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) MCS installer certification scheme (MCS:2025).

The accreditation marks another milestone in NICEIC’s ongoing efforts to support the growth and standards of the UK low-carbon technology sector.  

The scheme redevelopment aims to simplify the certification process, focusing on the quality of installations, enhancing consumer protection and streamlining technical standards. 

The redeveloped MCS installer Scheme aims to boost customer confidence and increase the focus on the delivered quality of installations, while streamlining processes and simplifying requirements for installers.    

NICEIC are working with MCS to develop a robust transition plan to move existing MCS-certified businesses smoothly across to the new scheme, which reflects the latest industry standards and best practices.

This means that for now, there’s nothing for businesses certified on the existing scheme to do, and they should continue to adhere to the current scheme requirements until further notice.

At the same time, the certification body will be working to update its application process, with a view to welcoming new businesses seamlessly onto the redeveloped scheme.

Once the transition plan is finalised, NICEIC will contact existing MCS-certified businesses directly with more information, designed to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.