Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pumps

Designed for experienced plumbing and heating professionals, this course aims to advance your career in sustainable heating with this hands-on, regulated qualification in the installation and maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) systems.

Course Code: P11050
Campus: Holywood
Study Type: Part-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Plumbing
Why Study This Course

As the UK moves toward carbon reduction and sustainable energy targets, demand for qualified heat pump installers is rapidly increasing. This course is ideal for heating engineers, plumbers, and renewables contractors seeking to expand their services into low-carbon technologies.

You’ll benefit from both classroom instruction and workshop practice using state-of-the-art facilities and industry-standard equipment, gaining the confidence to install and maintain ASHP systems effectively.

Course Overview

Delivered over a structured three-day programme, this part-time course combines guided classroom learning with practical workshop sessions. It is aimed at qualified plumbing and heating professionals who are, or plan to be, involved in the installation of non-refrigerant Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) systems.

The qualification has been developed in collaboration with the Heat Pump Association, MCS, and industry partners to ensure alignment with the latest technical and regulatory standards. Learners will complete one written assignment, one practical assignment, and two online exams (covering a core Heat Pump Unit and a dedicated ASHP Unit).

This course is intended for experienced professionals working in the plumbing and heating industry.

Specific Entry Requirements:

  • Must be a qualified Plumber, Gas Safe Registered Engineer, OFTEC Registered Oil Operative, or current MCS installer

  • Must also hold:

    • Water Regulations qualification

    • Unvented Hot Water Systems qualification

This course will cover the technical principles, installation requirements, and maintenance procedures for ASHP systems.

  • Introduction to Air Source Heat Pump systems

  • System components and operational principles

  • Installation and maintenance requirements

  • Integration with heating and hot water systems

  • Carbon Zero technologies and best practices

  • Practical workshop training on pipework and system components

On completion, learners can enhance their skills by pursuing further specialist qualifications in green and low-carbon technologies, such as:

  • Level 3 Award in the Installation and Commissioning of Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment

  • Level 3 Award in Electrical Energy Storage Systems

  • Level 5 OCN NI Certificate in Green Technologies

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Funding may be available for this course, please contact us on BusinessServices@serc.ac.uk to discuss if you are eligible. Additional sessions may be available for this course throughout the year. Please contact us to discuss a start date that would be suitable for you.

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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

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