Renewables
Air Source Heat Pump
OFTEC Level 3 Award In The Installation and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pumps (OFT21-504A)
LOCATION(S):
Wakefield
OFTEC Level 3 Award In The Installation and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pumps (OFT21-504A)
This course is aimed at experienced heating installers who wish to expand their knowledge & skills to include fitting heat pumps in domestic and small commercial properties. Completion of the course will provide you with a Level 3 Certification, increasing your credibility and giving you the competitive edge, as well as showing your customers that you are trained to the highest of standards. It gives you a qualification allowing you to install both Mono block and split units, water regs & unvented required to complete training.
Are you an experienced heating or plumbing engineer wishing to expand your services? Our Air Source Heat Pump course is ideal for you.
And thanks to the government’s Heat Training Grant, you can claim £500 off at checkout today for March course dates! Simply use code ASHP24 at checkout..
Being roughly three times more efficient than boilers, heat pumps are the new, greener way to heat a property. So this course ensures you’re qualified to install, commission and service heat pump systems when you’re inevitably requested by clients.
As a renewable energy qualification, you’ll also be MCS approved upon completion of this course, showcasing your quality, credibility and reliability as an installer.
The Air Source Heat Pump course runs over 3 days and is held at our training facility in Wakefield. (Or 4 days if you require your Water Regulations Knowledge certificate and/or Unvented certification) If you're unsure please contact our customer service team.
By the end, you’ll be Level 3 qualified in the domestic, industrial and commercial installation of air source heat pump systems - for both mono and split units.
Book today or explore the full air source heat pump course below.
This course requires candidates to hold both Water Regulations and Unvented Systems qualifications. If you don't, choose the course option below to include either or both of these.
Universal Skills Centre
41-42 Monckton Road Ind Est.
Denby Dale Road
Wakefield
WF2 7AL
Trainspeople
Unit 22 Horndon Industrial Est, Station Road
West Horndon
CM13 3XD
Day 1 (optional):
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Day 2 (optional):
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Any fully qualified plumber or heating engineer at NVQ level 3, or structured CPD with relevant industry experience. Candidates should also have extensive knowledge of heating system design and principles.
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Water Regulations
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Unvented (G3)
There are two types of air source heat pump system: air-to-water and air-to-air.
Air-to-water source heat pump systems are the most common domestic installation. They capture heat from the air and transfer it to a fluid inside the pump.
This fluid is compressed in the heat pump unit to produce a higher temperature which, in turn, warms up the home’s hot water supply for wet central heating systems, underfloor heating, taps and showers.
Air-to-air source heat pump systems are less common. They typically use fans to circulate warm air around the home and aren’t used to heat water.
An air source heat pump does not directly burn fossil fuels to create heat like a boiler does. And whilst an air source heat pump does need some electricity to run, it is 3-4 times less than your average boiler.
Whilst a boiler requires a routine service once a year for optimal performance and safety, heat pumps are every 2-3 years. Regular cleaning of filters and annual servicing is typically sufficient to ensure optimal performance. Also, unlike boilers, air source heat pumps don’t burn fuel internally - reducing the risks of gas leaks and carbon monoxide poisoning. They also operate at lower temperatures and have fewer mechanical components, minimising fire hazards.
Heat pumps can produce three units of energy for every one unit of electricity they consume. So, they use much less electricity to heat your home. In today’s cost of living crisis, this is particularly important.
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