Key Takeaways:
- The Powering Skills Organisation is rolling out sector-wide training reforms in 2025.
- Projects will impact qualifications in the UEE, UET, UEP, and UEG training packages.
- Updates focus on licensing alignment, clean energy jobs, and qualification relevance.
- First Nations training access and Certificate II improvements are key focus areas.
- RTOs should track these changes closely to maintain compliance and delivery readiness.
The Powering Skills Organisation has outlined an ambitious 2025-2026 agenda to revitalise Australia’s energy sector training. This year’s initiatives focus on reviewing and updating the UEE Electrotechnology, UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail, UEP Electricity Supply Industry – Generation, and UEG Gas Industry training packages, ensuring each is aligned with national priorities, evolving technologies, and emerging workforce needs.
These updates aim to streamline training delivery, enhance industry relevance, and create inclusive, future-focused training outcomes.
2025 Projects for the UEE Training Package
The UEE Electrotechnology training package leads this year’s activity, with an extensive slate of development and review projects. These span from entry-level pathways to advanced licensing qualifications, and directly support Australia’s clean energy transition, licensing alignment, and First Nations workforce participation.
CERT State and Territory Expansion
A major national effort to document job roles and skills across clean energy sectors such as wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems. This initiative aims to unify existing state-based projects into a national scheme.
First Nations Power Security & Bespoke Qualifications
These initiatives are focused on building culturally appropriate pathways within the UEE training package and improving power reliability in regional and remote Indigenous communities through targeted training product development.
Mapping Licensing and Regulations
A fast-tracked project to clarify the relationship between state/territory licensing requirements and training package content, including potential national standardisation of the Capstone Assessment.
Foundation Skills Review
A unique project aligning school-level literacy and numeracy with energy sector entry requirements to improve Certificate II pathway effectiveness, especially in areas like Tasmania and the Northern Territory.
UEE Full Training Product Review
The UEE Full Training Product Review under the UEE training package is a major 2025 initiative to align qualifications and units with emerging technologies, industry standards, and Australia’s net-zero goals. This project will reduce system churn and redundancy while improving accessibility for RTOs and learners.
By engaging industry stakeholders, it will ensure training products remain current, practical, and supportive of clean energy workforce development, with a phased implementation to minimise disruption during transition.
V2X Accreditation Project
This project will address the growing need for accredited training in Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) technologies, including Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), Vehicle-to-Building (V2B), and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) systems.
This project will investigate and, if required, develop a new unit of competency to ensure learners are equipped with the necessary skills to safely install and maintain V2X systems. This aligns with Australia’s clean energy transition while supporting the industry’s future workforce requirements.
2025 Projects for the UET Training Package
Projects under the UET training package aim to improve both workforce safety and relevance of training pathways for electrical supply and transmission roles.
Remote and Very Remote Community Utilities
As part of a joint UEE and UET initiative, this project seeks to revitalise two qualifications with historically low enrolments. The goal is to better support off-grid energy systems and improve training access for First Nations learners and communities.
| Affected Qualification | Change Required |
| UET30921 Certificate III in ESI – Very Remote Community Utilities | Update |
| UEE21420 Certificate II in Remote Area Power Supply Maintenance | Update |
HV Rubber Cables Unit Development
A new elective unit will be created to address skill gaps in jointing and terminating high-voltage rubber cables—essential for infrastructure and renewable energy projects. It also affects one qualification within this training pathway.
| Affected Qualification | Change Required |
| UET30821 Certificate III in ESI – Distribution Underground | Update |
Completed Projects
ERAC Essential Performance Capabilities Review
This project reviewed the updated Essential Performance Capabilities (EPCs) endorsed by ERAC in May 2024. The EPCs set the core skills apprentice electricians must demonstrate before gaining an unrestricted electrical licence. The review was initiated to ensure training products, including the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, clearly align with these updated national requirements.
The mapping and recommendations were finalised in May–June 2025 and are now being implemented through broader UEE Training Package work. Early changes flowing from this process were published on training.gov.au on 25 November 2025.
| Superseded Qualifications | Updated Qualifications |
| UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) | UEE22025 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) |
| UEE22120 Certificate II in Sustainable Energy (Career Start) | UEE22125 Certificate II in Sustainable Energy (Career Start) |
| New Imported Units of Competency |
| MEM234010 Design microcontroller applications |
| Deleted Imported Units of Competency |
| CPPFES2043A Prevent ozone depleting substance and synthetic greenhouse gas emissions |
Low and No Enrolments Review
This project reviewed qualifications across the UEE, UEG, UEP and UET training packages that had very low or no enrolments over the past five years. It examined relevance, industry demand and delivery barriers, resulting in recommendations to update, consolidate or remove qualifications to ensure the training system better reflects current workforce needs. The final recommendations report was released in October 2025.
| UEE Qualifications Under Review | Recommendation |
| UEE40320 Certificate IV in Installation Inspection and Audits | Update |
| UEE42920 Certificate IV in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems | Update |
| UEE30720 Certificate III in Switchgear and Controlgear | Remove or Merge |
| UEE41720 Certificate IV in Rail – Communications and Network Systems | Update |
| UEE50722 Diploma of Renewable Energy Engineering | Update |
| UEE30320 Certificate III in Custom Electronics Installations | Update |
| UEE21020 Certificate II in Fire Alarms Servicing | Remove |
| UEE21220 Certificate II in Antennae Equipment | Remove |
| UEE21420 Certificate II in Remote Area Power Supply Maintenance | Update |
| UEE30120 Certificate III in Business Equipment | Remove |
| UEE40220 Certificate IV in Electrical – Data and Voice Communications | Update |
| UEE40520 Certificate IV in Electrical – Air Conditioning Split Systems | Remove |
| UEE40820 Certificate IV in Electrical – Fire Protection Control Systems | Update |
| UEE41120 Certificate IV in Electrical – Lift Systems | Update |
| UEE42120 Certificate IV in Electrotechnology – Electrical Contracting | Update |
| UEE42820 Certificate IV in Air-conditioning Systems Energy Management and Control | Update |
| UEE50320 Diploma of Electrical and Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | Update |
| UEE50920 Diploma of Industrial Electronics and Control Engineering | Remove |
| UEE60620 Advanced Diploma of Industrial Electronics and Control Engineering | Remove |
| UEE62420 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Air Conditioning and Refrigeration | Remove |
| UEE63020 Advanced Diploma of Electrical Systems Engineering | Update |
| UEE62520 Advanced Diploma of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering | Update |
| UEE62320 Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering – Coal Mining | Update or Merge |
| UEE61222 Advanced Diploma of Engineering – Explosion protection | Update |
| UEE62022 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Renewable Energy | Update |
| UEE61521 Advanced Diploma of Instrumentation and Control Engineering | Update |
| UEE20920 Certificate II in Electronic Assembly | Update |
| UEE21620 Certificate II in Security Assembly and Set-up | Remove |
| UEE30620 Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair | Update |
| UEE42720 Certificate IV in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Servicing | Update |
| UEE43322 Certificate IV in Electrical – Renewable Energy | Update |
| UEE42220 Certificate IV in Instrumentation and Control | Update |
| UEE50120 Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering | Update |
| UEE53020 Diploma of Electrical Systems Engineering | Update |
| UEE51020 Diploma of Instrumentation and Control Engineering | Update |
| UET Qualifications Under Review | Recommendation |
| UET30921 Certificate III in ESI – Very Remote Community Utilities | Update |
| UET20422 Certificate II in Transmission Line Construction | Retain |
| UET40421 Certificate IV in ESI – Network Systems | Retain |
| UET40522 Certificate IV in ESI – Substations | Retain |
| UEP Qualifications Under Review | Recommendation |
| UEP40622 Certificate IV in Wind Power Generation | Update |
| UEP40422 Certificate IV in ESI Generation Maintenance (Fabrication) | Retain |
| UEP20122 Certificate II in ESI Generation – Operations Support | Remove |
| UEP50122 Diploma of ESI Generation | Retain |
| UEG Qualifications Under Review | Recommendation |
| UEG50122 Diploma of Gas Supply Industry Operations | Retain |
| UEG20122 Certificate II in Gas Supply Industry Operations | Retain |
| UEG30122 Certificate III in Gas Supply Industry Operations | Retain |
| UEG40221 Certificate IV in Gas Supply Industry Operations | Retain |
UET Rescue and Refresher Units
This project reviewed critical safety training units such as pole top rescue and EWP escape to improve consistency in prerequisites and delivery within the UET training package. It also ensures alignment with workplace safety standards and industry feedback. This project was completed in August 2025.
| Updated Qualifications | Changes |
| UET30621 Certificate III in ESI – Distribution Overhead | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| UET60222 Advanced Diploma of ESI – Power Systems | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| Superseded Units of Competency | New Units of Competency |
| UETDRMP003 Perform cable pit/trench/excavation rescue | UETDRMP014 Perform cable pit/trench/excavation rescue |
| UETDRMP004 Perform elevated work platform controlled descent escape | UETDRMP015 Perform elevated work platform controlled descent escape |
| UETDRMP005 Perform elevated work platform rescue | UETDRMP016 Perform elevated work platform rescue |
| UETDRMP006 Perform pole top rescue | UETDRMP017 Perform pole top rescue |
| UETDRMP007 Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel | UETDRMP018 Perform rescue from a live LV panel |
| UETDRMP008 Perform rescue from switchyard structures | UETDRMP019 Perform rescue from switchyard structures at heights |
| UETDRMP009 Perform tower rescue | UETDRMP020 Perform tower rescue |
Consolidation of Competency Development Units
This project within the UEE training package was initiated to simplify the structure of units by merging those with overlapping content, reducing complexity while maintaining high-quality, industry-relevant training. This makes it easier for RTOs to deliver streamlined training while supporting learners in progressing through their qualifications with clear pathways into the energy sector.
All updated training products have been published on training.gov.au, with the following changes:
| Updated Qualifications | Changes |
| UEE51020 Diploma of Instrumentation and Control Engineering | Updated from release 3 to 4 |
| UEE51120 Diploma of Engineering Technology – Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | Updated from release 3 to 4 |
| UEE60220 Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| UEE61720 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Electronics | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| UEE62122 Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Electrical | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| Superseded Qualifications | New Qualifications |
| UEE30120 Certificate III in Business Equipment | UEE30125 Certificate III in Business Equipment |
| UEE30220 Certificate III in Computer Systems Equipment | UEE30225 Certificate III in Computer Systems Equipment |
| UEE30420 Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications | UEE30425 Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications |
| UEE30620 Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair | UEE30625 Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair |
| UEE30720 Certificate III in Switchgear and Controlgear | UEE30725 Certificate III in Switchgear and Controlgear |
| UEE31020 Certificate III in Fire Protection Control | UEE31025 Certificate III in Fire Protection Control |
| UEE31220 Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control | UEE31225 Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control |
| UEE31420 Certificate III in Security Equipment | UEE31425 Certificate III in Security Equipment |
| UEE32120 Certificate III in Appliance Service | UEE32125 Certificate III in Appliance Service |
| UEE41020 Certificate IV in Energy Management and Control | UEE41025 Certificate IV in Energy Management and Control |
| UEE43220 Certificate IV in Industrial Automation and Control | UEE43225 Certificate IV in Industrial Automation and Control |
| UEE62320 Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering – Coal Mining | UEE62325 Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering – Coal Mining |
| Updated Units of Competency | Changes |
| UEECO0023 Participate in electrical work and competency development activities | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| Superseded Units of Competency | New Units of Competency |
| UEECO0004 Participate in appliance servicing work and competency development activities | UEECO0026 Engage in appliance, business or computer equipment servicing work and competency development |
| UEECO0005 Participate in business equipment work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0006 Participate in computer equipment work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0008 Participate in fire protection control work and competency development activities | UEECO0027 Engage in communications, security equipment or fire protection work and competency development |
| UEECO0011 Participate in security equipment work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0012 Participate in voice and data communications work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0009 Participate in instrumentation and control work and competency development activities | UEECO0028 Engage in instrumentation, control, machine or switchgear work and competency development |
| UEECO0022 Participate in electrical machine repair work and competency development activities | |
| UEECO0024 Participate in switchgear and control gear work and competency development activities |
| New Imported Units of Competency |
| MEM234010 Design microcontroller applications |
| MEM234014 Design a robotic system |
| MEM30027 Prepare basic programs for programmable logic controllers |
| RIIRIS601E Establish and maintain risk management systems |
| UEPOPS003 Apply quality systems to work |
| UEPOPS047 Maintain quality systems within the team |
| UEPOPS065 Monitor implementation of quality control for production and maintenance |
| Deleted Imported Units of Competency |
| CPPFES2043A Prevent ozone depleting substance and synthetic greenhouse gas emissions |
| MEM234010A Design microcontroller applications |
| MEM234014A Design a robotic system |
| MEM30027A Prepare basic programs for programmable logic controllers |
| MEM30031A Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements |
| MEM30032A Produce basic engineering drawings |
| MEM30033A Use computer-aided design (CAD) to create and display 3-D models |
| RIIRIS601D Establish and maintain the risk management system |
| UEPOPS202 Apply quality systems to work |
| UEPOPS337 Maintain quality systems within the team |
| UEPOPS416 Monitor implementation of quality control for production and maintenance |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is responsible for updating the UEG, UET, UEP, and UEE training packages?
Powering Skills Organisation oversees these training packages and leads national projects to ensure qualifications reflect the latest industry and regulatory requirements.
What is included in the UEE training package update for 2025?
The 2025 UEE training package update includes EPC-based revisions, Certificate II reform, literacy and numeracy alignment, and full product review to support net-zero workforce goals.
What’s changing in the UET training package?
The UET training package will see refreshed safety units, improved access to remote community training, and new content for specialised high-voltage electrical work.
Why are UEP and UEG qualifications under review?
The UEP and UEG training packages are being reviewed due to declining enrolments. The aim is to update, consolidate, or remove outdated qualifications that no longer meet current industry needs.
What should RTOs do to prepare for training package changes in 2025?
RTOs should review their scope for impacted qualifications and plan for resource updates, scope amendments, and validation processes.
Final Thoughts
The Powering Skills Organisation’s 2025 project plan demonstrates a bold commitment to future-proofing Australia’s energy sector workforce. With targeted updates across the UEE training package, UET training package, UEP training package, and UEG training package, these efforts will simplify training pathways, promote inclusion, and strengthen regulatory alignment.
RTOs and stakeholders are encouraged to stay across these developments and consider how their delivery scope and compliance obligations may change as the new qualifications and units are released. This year represents a pivotal moment to ensure training remains responsive, future-ready, and aligned with industry transformation.
You can find out more about ongoing Powering Skills Organisation projects here.
