MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme)
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Why Wait Months?
You can become MCS Certified with The IAA in just 12 working days.. see below for more details!
Working with industry, MCS defines, maintains and improves quality by certifying low-carbon energy technologies and contractors – including heat pumps and solar PV.
MCS aims to decarbonise heat and power in the UK’s homes by giving consumers and contractors confidence in home-grown energy.
Though not a route to incentive, MCS is required to access funding schemes, such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) and the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG).
The Government’s Heat & Buildings Strategy includes several initiatives intended to increase uptake of small-scale renewables to support the UK’s target to achieve net zero by 2050. For example, the aim is to increase annual installations of air source heat pumps from ~30,000 to 600,000 per year by 2028. Quality, skilled and competent installations will be key to this.
What is MCS?
MCS is a mark of quality. An industry-led quality assurance scheme, MCS demonstrates the quality and reliability of approved low-carbon products and installation companies.
Independent, third-party certification bodies are accredited by UKAS (the United Kingdom Accreditation Service) to assess products and installers to the MCS Standards. MCS certification bodies operate within the ISO/IEC17065 accreditation framework.
MCS comprises a set of design, installation and product Standards including:
Download the MCS Membership Pack to find out more :
MCS Certification Process
MCS certification is provided by certification bodies, such as The IAA, which are accredited to ISO 17065 and licensed through MCS.
The IAA assesses contractors through an office audit and a site assessment. If deemed compliant, The IAA will then provide MCS certification to the contractor, which will receive a sub- licence to use the MCS certifications mark.
MCS certified contractors may install and commission installations according to MCS Standards. They can then register installations on the MCS Installation Database (MID)and raise an MCS certificate and guarantee for the customer.
The IAA & MCS
The IAA has successfully applied to be UKAS accredited to certify contractors against the requirements of the MCS Standards. The initial focus will be technologies that complement insulation measures, so The IAA is able to offer MCS certification for:
Why Wait Months?
You can become MCS Certified with The IAA in just 12 working days.. see below for more details!
Working with industry, MCS defines, maintains and improves quality by certifying low-carbon energy technologies and contractors – including heat pumps and solar PV.
MCS aims to decarbonise heat and power in the UK’s homes by giving consumers and contractors confidence in home-grown energy.
Though not a route to incentive, MCS is required to access funding schemes, such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) and the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG).
The Government’s Heat & Buildings Strategy includes several initiatives intended to increase uptake of small-scale renewables to support the UK’s target to achieve net zero by 2050. For example, the aim is to increase annual installations of air source heat pumps from ~30,000 to 600,000 per year by 2028. Quality, skilled and competent installations will be key to this.
What is MCS?
MCS is a mark of quality. An industry-led quality assurance scheme, MCS demonstrates the quality and reliability of approved low-carbon products and installation companies.
Independent, third-party certification bodies are accredited by UKAS (the United Kingdom Accreditation Service) to assess products and installers to the MCS Standards. MCS certification bodies operate within the ISO/IEC17065 accreditation framework.
MCS comprises a set of design, installation and product Standards including:
- MCS 001-1: Requirements for MCS Contractors
- MCS 001-2: The Certification Process
- MCS 025: The Competency Standard
- MIS 3001: The Solar Thermal Standard (Installation)
- MIS 3002: The Solar PV Standard (Installation)
- MIS 3005-D: The Heat Pump Standard (Design)
- MIS 3005-I: The Heat Pump Standard (Installation)
Download the MCS Membership Pack to find out more :
MCS Certification Process
MCS certification is provided by certification bodies, such as The IAA, which are accredited to ISO 17065 and licensed through MCS.
The IAA assesses contractors through an office audit and a site assessment. If deemed compliant, The IAA will then provide MCS certification to the contractor, which will receive a sub- licence to use the MCS certifications mark.
MCS certified contractors may install and commission installations according to MCS Standards. They can then register installations on the MCS Installation Database (MID)and raise an MCS certificate and guarantee for the customer.
The IAA & MCS
The IAA has successfully applied to be UKAS accredited to certify contractors against the requirements of the MCS Standards. The initial focus will be technologies that complement insulation measures, so The IAA is able to offer MCS certification for:
- Air source heat pumps (ASHP)
- Installation
- Design
- Ground source heat pumps (GSHP)
- Installation
- Design
- Solar PV
- Solar heating (thermal)
- Battery Storage
Register your interest
Benefits of The IAA MCS Certification
How much does MCS cost?
Please note all fees below are exclusive of VAT.
- Competitively priced
- Access to guarantees provided through MCS
- Integration with PAS 2030 audits and surveillance, reducing management overhead
- Listed on The IAA and MCS websites
- Access to opportunities for enabling work, e.g. fabric insulation upgrades
- Support with CPD material and training
How much does MCS cost?
Please note all fees below are exclusive of VAT.
Your next steps
If you are interested in becoming a member under the IAA MCS Certification scheme, simply complete our application form or register your interest below and a member of our team will be in contact within two working days. From here you will be provided with guidance covering your onboarding and accessing training and an IAA Auditor will then arrange an assessment against the MCS Scheme eligibility criteria and requirements.
Eligibility Criteria and Q&A
To be considered for assessment and Certification Installers must meet certain requirements to support you with your application or for additional information, please click here.