Free training funded by Surrey County Council
As Trades People and Construction professionals, you can receive high quality training funded by Surrey County Council, on the installation and maintenance of air source heat pumps and low temperature heating system design, alongside extra content on the MCS certification and guidance on making the next step as a new heat pump installer.
We are also offering training on Insulation and Building Treatments, recieving an NVQ certification, covering wood presevering, damp-proofing, wall tie replacement and different forms of insulation.
This training has been funded to help heating engineers and construction professions make the transition to installing heat pumps and different forms of building and insulation treatements to meet the high demand for green skilled professionals in Surrey.
Our Courses
East Surrey College and Surrey County Council are providing training over a 5-day period. The training consists of four courses:
The qualification is aimed primarily at practicing plumbers and heating engineers who already have an understanding of the fundamental requirements of central heating systems and who wish to design and install energy efficient low temperature hot water heating systems that may use heat pumps as the heat source.
This is a nationally recognised qualification in the installation and maintenance of air source heat pump systems. The qualification is recognised by the Micro-generation Certification Scheme (MCS) as an acceptable qualification to join one of their respective schemes. Units covered include:
- M/650/2406 - Know the requirements to size, select, install, commission and handover heat pump systems (non-refrigerant circuits)
- R/650/2407 - Plan, prepare, install, commission, and maintain air source and ground source heat pumps (non-refrigerant circuits)
The course is for anyone requiring an understanding of water regulations/water byelaws. In particular those wishing to become approved plumbers/contractors. Successful candidates are encouraged to join an approved plumbers/contractors scheme, such as those managed by SNIPEF, APHC, CIPHE, WIAPS, and the regional water utility companies.
This enables them to issue a certificate of completion to both the householder and water company.
This is a nationally recognised qualification for those working within this specialised area of construction. This qualification is competence-based, candidates must demonstrate the level of competence described in the units. Assessment is the process of measuring a candidate’s skill, knowledge and understanding against the standards set in the qualification.
How to apply
To apply, simply click the APPLY NOW button below and complete the application form. When contacted, you will need to provide proof of eligibility / qualifications to finalise your application.
There is a maximum of 12 places on each course which will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Please note: a £50 Deposit is required to hold a place on the course. This will be re-funded once you have successfully completed all elements of the program including an exit interview.
Address: East Surrey College, Gatton Point, London Road, Redhill, Surrey RH1 2JX
Main Switchboard: 01737 772611 / Client Services: 01737 788444 / Email: clientservices@esc.ac.uk
