Level 3 Refrigeration, Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. You'll train in fully equipped workshops with industry-standard equipment, covering installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat pump systems across commercial and industrial settings. This level 3 refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat pump systems qualification is part of the growing green skills sector, with strong demand for qualified engineers.
Who this course is for
16-18 and Adults
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll install refrigeration, air-conditioning, and heat pump systems to industry standards.
You'll carry out maintenance and fault diagnosis on commercial and industrial systems.
You'll work safely with refrigerants, including understanding F-gas regulations.
You'll use industry-standard tools and equipment in workshop-based practical sessions.
You'll apply technical knowledge to systems used in food processing, healthcare, and commercial buildings.
You'll understand the principles of heat pump technology and its role in low-carbon heating.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in fully equipped workshops alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical tasks, where you demonstrate your ability to install and maintain systems, with written or knowledge-based assessments covering underpinning theory. Industry-experienced tutors provide one-to-one support throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Heat Pump Installer: install low-carbon heating systems in homes and commercial buildings.
Refrigeration Engineer: maintain and repair refrigeration systems across food and retail sectors.
Air Conditioning Engineer: install and service HVAC systems in offices, hospitals, and schools.
F-Gas Engineer: work with refrigerants in commercial and industrial environments.
HVAC Technician: service heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems.
Building Services Engineer: manage environmental systems in large commercial buildings.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning: a work-based qualification that demonstrates competence on the job, often required alongside this Diploma for full industry recognition.
F-Gas Category I Certification: required by law to handle refrigerants. Many employers expect this alongside a Level 3 qualification.
Level 4 qualifications in Building Services Engineering: for those moving into supervisory or design roles.
