To become a Tesla Certified Installer, you apply through Tesla’s “Become a Certified Installer” (Partner with Tesla) page. Tesla reviews applications from installation businesses. Accepted partners get training, the Tesla One software, a Partner Portal and an account manager. You should already be a licensed electrician or electrical contractor in your market, because certification adds to a license and does not replace it.
What the Tesla Certified Installer Program Is
Tesla works with independent installers to install Wall Connector and its home energy products in areas where Tesla does not install directly. Tesla’s partner page says certified installers get access to its energy products plus training and tools to promote the business, make the sale and complete installations. Customers find partners through Tesla’s “Find a Certified Installer” directory, which is a useful source of leads.
Tesla sets the program criteria and can change them. Its partner page does not publish a full checklist, so expect Tesla to ask about your licenses, insurance and the products you install during the application.
How to Apply, Step by Step
- Hold the electrician and contractor licenses your state or country requires, plus business insurance.
- Open Tesla’s partner page and submit the application for charging (and energy products, if you also install them).
- Wait for Tesla to review it. Accepted partners get Partner Portal access and a dedicated account manager.
- Complete the required training. Tesla offers virtual and in-person options, including mobile training vans.
- Use the Tesla One app to commission Wall Connectors: set the breaker rating, connect Wi-Fi and register the unit to the customer.
When Tesla Certification Matters
For most home installs, the job is governed by local code and the manufacturer’s instructions. Any licensed electrician who follows them can generally do the work, with a permit where required. Certification matters more in these cases:
| Situation | Is certification needed? |
|---|---|
| Home Wall Connector installation | Not usually; a licensed electrician and local permit rules apply |
| Public Wall Connectors shown on Tesla maps and in-car navigation | Yes. Tesla’s commercial guide says a Certified Installer is required |
| Getting leads from Tesla’s installer directory | Yes; only certified partners are listed |
| Installing other brands | No; follow that brand’s instructions and listing |
The technical basics are the same either way. Tesla says the Wall Connector delivers up to 48 A (11.5 kW) on a 60 A breaker. Under the NEC, EV charging is a continuous load, so the breaker is 125% of the charger current. For wire sizing, see what wire and breaker a Tesla Wall Connector needs.
Is It Worth Becoming Tesla Certified?
For an electrical contractor in an area with many Tesla owners, certification can bring steady leads and better product training. It also brings program rules, training requirements and reporting to follow. Weigh it against your local market:
- How many Tesla owners and commercial sites are near you?
- Do you also want to install Powerwall or solar, where Tesla training is more involved?
- Can your crew handle commercial sites that need networking and power sharing?
Many customers also ask about Tesla’s own charger; our guide on whether the Tesla Wall Connector is worth it covers the trade-offs.
Most certified installers also fit other brands. For NACS homes, EVDANCE offers the EV-ACT5006T 48A wall charger (hard-wired or NEMA 14-50P, NACS, ETL/FCC/CE) and the plug-in EV-ACS4005T 40A NACS portable charger.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tesla charge a fee to become a certified installer?
Tesla does not list fees on its partner page. Ask during the application, and read any partner terms carefully before you sign.
Do I need Tesla certification to install a Wall Connector at home?
Usually not. A licensed electrician following Tesla’s instructions and local code can install it. Public installations on Tesla maps need a Certified Installer.
Can I be Tesla certified without an electrical license?
Tesla certification does not replace a license. Electrical work still needs the license your jurisdiction requires.
Related Reading
- Is the Tesla Wall Connector Level 2? How Many kW Does It Deliver?
- Can the Tesla Wall Connector Be Installed Outside?
- Can I Use a Tesla Charger for Other Cars?
Key Takeaways
- Apply through Tesla’s partner page; Tesla reviews and approves partners.
- Certification adds to an electrical license and never replaces it.
- Public Wall Connectors on Tesla maps need a Certified Installer.
- Commission Wall Connectors with the Tesla One app.