Free Air Source Heat Pumps Course in Stockport. Classes run at Back to Work, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. This free air source heat pumps course is fully funded and runs over 9 days full-time. You'll learn to install, maintain and service air source heat pump systems in domestic properties. The course covers system design, pipework, testing, commissioning, fault-finding and handover. Entry requires a valid ACS qualification in CCN1 and CENWAT, or a Level 2 or higher in plumbing or gas. Earn your air source heat pumps certificate on completion.
Who this course is for
This Air Source Skills Bootcamp is designed to teach you how to install, maintain and service air source heat pumps in domestic properties. It’s also funded by the Government’s Skills for Life guarantee and is eligible for adults aged 19+ who are looking to update or build their skills in heat pump installation.
Entry requirements
Suitable for existing gas engineers or plumbers.
What you will learn
You'll design and size air source heat pump systems for domestic properties.
You'll install, commission and hand over heat pump systems to current standards.
You'll carry out testing, including standing and working pressures and flow rates.
You'll size and install pipework, and identify defects and faults.
You'll replace hot water cylinders as part of a heat pump installation.
You'll service and fault-find on installed air source heat pump systems.
You'll apply health, safety and environmental legislation relevant to heat pump work.
You'll use tools, PPE and equipment correctly and safely on site.
How you will learn
Learning combines online study with practical, hands-on sessions at Back to Work in Stockport. The online element covers theory, system design principles and legislation. Centre sessions focus on practical installation, testing and commissioning skills. Assessment is through demonstration of technical competence and knowledge of heat pump installation, maintenance and servicing in line with current standards.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Back to Work will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Heat Pump Installer. Install air source heat pump systems in homes.
Renewable Energy Engineer. Work across low-carbon heating technologies.
Plumbing and Heating Engineer. Expand into heat pump alongside existing work.
Domestic Heating Engineer. Service and maintain heat pump and hybrid systems.
Green Homes Retrofit Installer. Fit low-carbon heating as part of whole-house upgrades.
What you could study next
MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) accreditation. Required to install heat pumps under government grant schemes such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. A natural next step after this course.
Level 3 Award in Domestic Heat Pump Systems. Deepens design and commissioning knowledge for more complex installations.
Retrofit Coordinator qualification. Broadens your role to cover whole-house energy assessments and project management.
