Air Source Heat Pump Training

UHI Argyll are working with the Energy Skills Partnership (ESP), South Lanarkshire College, to bring you the opportunity to undertake training in the installation and maintenance of Air Source Heat Pumps at the 50% discounted rate of just £700. Dates: 9th – 13th March 2026 Location: CERC, Kilmory Industrial Estate, Lochgilphead

1 week course outline

Day 1 - Water Bylaws (1 day) https://bpec.org.uk/qualification/water-regulationsbyelaws/

The course covers the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 (England & Wales), the Water Supply (Water Fittings)(Scotland) Byelaws 2014 and The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2009. It meets the requirements of Water Regs UK on behalf of the water undertakers which participate in the Water Industry Approved Plumbers’ Scheme (WIAPS).
The Water Regulations/Byelaws certificate has no expiry date applied.

Days 2-4 - Heat Pump Technology and Domestic Air Source Heat Pump (Level 3) (3 days) https://bpec.org.uk/qualification/heat-pump-systems/

Designed to give installers the skills and knowledge required to correctly install heat pumps. This course has been designed with the intention of meeting the requirement of the National Occupational Standards and industry working groups.
Assessments normally consist of a combination of practical and theory examinations.
The training manual allows you to study in your own time, at your own pace, to reduce the time spent on the training course to a minimum. It is important that you study the content of the manual prior to attending the course to ensure that you are properly prepared and can take part in discussions during the course.
Recognised as a demonstration of competence for the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS). Certificate valid for 5 years.
The manual (worth £73.50) includes:
• Heat pumps in context.
• How a Heat pump works – principles and components
• Insulation, heat losses and the effect of heating system design
• Domestic hot water, buffer tanks and solar coils
• Heat exchangers
• Health and Safety
• Heat pump installation
• Maintenance and fault finding

Day 5 - Unvented (1 day) https://bpec.org.uk/qualification/domestic-hot-water-storage-systems/
The very comprehensive course starts with intensive training in the four modules, followed by the completion of three assessments including one practical. Candidates must successfully pass all three assessments to gain the BPEC Domestic Hot Water Storage Systems certificate and competency card. Certificates are valid for 5 years.
Allows the individual/business to register with a competent person scheme allowing the self-certifying of unvented hot water storage systems installations.
The training manual consists of four modules:
• Vented and Unvented systems and their operating principles
• Design and installation
• Maintenance
• Compliance with other Building Regulations