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Free Level 2 Heat Pump Systems Course in Liverpool

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Refrigeration, Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College - Vauxhall Road, with part-time daytime sessions spread over one year. You'll cover the principles and practical skills behind refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat pump systems, including installation, maintenance, and fault diagnosis. This is a growing area of work as heat pump technology becomes central to the UK's move away from gas heating. The course takes one year part-time.

Who this course is for

This is for learners who wish to gain Air Conditioning and Refrigeration - Full Cost - Year 1

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of refrigeration cycles and how heat pump systems work.
  • You'll learn safe handling and use of refrigerants in line with industry regulations.
  • You'll develop skills in installing and commissioning air-conditioning and heat pump units.
  • You'll carry out fault diagnosis and maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC systems.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to refrigeration and air-conditioning work.
  • You'll read and interpret technical diagrams and system schematics.
  • You'll understand the environmental impact of refrigerants and current F-Gas regulations.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom and through practical workshop sessions at The City of Liverpool College - Vauxhall Road. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical tasks, written assignments, and knowledge tests. Assessment covers both your technical understanding and your ability to apply skills hands-on. You'll have an initial assessment before starting to confirm this is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College - Vauxhall Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Heat Pump Installer: install and commission domestic and commercial heat pumps.
  • Refrigeration Engineer: service and maintain commercial refrigeration systems.
  • Air Conditioning Technician: install and maintain split and multi-split AC systems.
  • HVAC Engineer: work across heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems.
  • Building Services Engineer: support mechanical systems in commercial buildings.
  • Facilities Maintenance Technician: maintain climate control systems on-site.

What you could study next

After completing this Level 2 Diploma, you could progress to a Level 3 qualification in Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning, which takes you deeper into complex system design and advanced fault diagnosis. You may also want to pursue F-Gas certification, which is required to legally handle refrigerants in the UK. A Level 3 NVQ can support applications for industry cards and higher-skilled roles.

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