The Best EV Charger Installation Course for 2026 (Reviewed)
The Short Answer
The best course depends on your goal: EVITP ($395) for utility-rebate credentialing, manufacturer trainings (free) for product-specific expertise, and EVCharger Academy ($39) for the full install-business system. Most working installers benefit from combining all three.
Course selection depends on what you're solving for: a piece of paper, product knowledge, or a working business. Here's an honest comparison of the top options.
Comparison Table
| Course | Cost | Focus | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVITP | $395 | Credentialing + safety | Existing licensed electricians |
| ChargePoint Certified Installer | Free | ChargePoint hardware | Product specialization |
| Wallbox Academy | Free | Wallbox hardware | Product specialization |
| NABCEP EVSE | $1,200+ | Design + code deep dive | Engineers, design-build firms |
| EVCharger Academy | $39 | Full install business system | Anyone launching a business |
What Each Actually Teaches
EVITP teaches NEC 625, safety, and site assessment — the credential. Manufacturer courses teach product SKUs, commissioning apps, and warranty handling. NABCEP is design-heavy, aimed at engineers. EVCharger Academy is the only one that covers pricing, sales, permits, and operations — the business, not just the wrench.
The 'Right' Stack for Most Installers
- EVCharger Academy ($39) — for the business system, first
- EVITP ($395) — for rebate program eligibility
- 1–2 manufacturer certifications (free) — as customer demand dictates
Why we exist
Every other course teaches you to install. None teach you to run a profitable installation business. That gap is exactly why we built the $39 EVCharger Academy course — the whole system, one price, no upsells.
Ready to stop reading and start earning?
The complete EV Charger Installation Business course
One-time $39. Lifetime access. 13 bonuses including contracts, pricing calculators, and commercial bid templates. No subscription, no upsells.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EVITP required?
Not for installation itself. Required for many utility rebate programs and NEVI-funded projects. Roughly 60% of new commercial jobs require EVITP-certified installers.
Are free manufacturer courses enough?
For product knowledge, yes. They don't cover code, business, or pricing — you still need those elsewhere.
Is EVCharger Academy accredited?
It's a business training course, not an accredited electrical program. We teach the business side; your electrical license and EVITP handle the credentialing side.
How long does the EVCharger Academy course take?
About 8–12 hours to complete, then reference for life. Most students launch their business within 30–60 days of enrolling.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes — 30 days, no questions. If it doesn't pay back its cost within 90 days of your first outreach, we refund.
Related Guides
Michael Rivera
Texas Master Electrician with 12+ years in the trade and 500+ EV charger installations. Lead instructor at EVCharger Academy.
Learn Michael's full install-business system in the $39 EVCharger Academy course.