Level 3 Certification in OFTEC Training and Assessment

The OFTEC oil burner course is aimed at installers who want to become OFTEC registered as domestic oil firing system service technicians of pressure jet burners. The course covers the regulations and standards that apply to oil fired pressure jet heating installations and installation practice.

Course Code: P10605
Campus: Newtownards, Other
Study Type: Part-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Plumbing

Available Sessions

We have 4 sessions available for application on this course in SERC Professional Skills Centre.

Why Study This Course

This course provides the essential knowledge, skills, and credentials to install, service, and commission domestic oil-fired systems safely and competently. You will benefit from a balanced mix of classroom theory and hands-on training, working with the latest range of oil-fired boilers. Successful completion allows you to apply for OFTEC Competent Person registration, enhancing your professional reputation and career opportunities within the plumbing and heating industry.

The course is 4 days long and is split equally between classroom theory and practical activities, with 2 days of training and 2 days of assessments.

Course Overview

Delivered over four days, the course splits time equally between training and assessments. Participants cover key OFTEC modules including OFT10-101, OFT10-600, and OFT10-105E. Training includes oil burner safety, fuel feed-pipework, flue and ventilation requirements, boiler commissioning, system fault finding, and energy efficiency measures. Assessment methods include multiple-choice exams, short written responses, scenario questions, and observed practical tasks. This course is ideal for both new entrants and experienced technicians needing initial assessment or re-assessment in line with OFTEC requirements.

  • OFT10-101 Domestic commissioning and servicing of pressure jet appliances
  • OFT10-600 Domestic and non domestic oil storage and supply installation
  • OFT10-105E Domestic Oil Firing system Installation and energy conservation measures in Buildings

This course is intended for individuals looking to install and service oil-fired heating systems.

Specific Entry Requirements:

  • Initial assessment candidates must meet OFTEC entry criteria for Category 1, 2, or 3 entrants (this may include undertaking the OFT50 Certificate of Training).

  • Re-assessment candidates must have previously held the relevant OFTEC elements (if expired within 12 months, initial assessment is required).

Recommended Experience:

  • Practical experience working in the plumbing and heating industry is highly beneficial.

  • OFT10-101: Domestic Commissioning and Servicing of Pressure Jet Appliances

  • OFT10-600: Domestic and Non-Domestic Oil Storage and Supply Installation

  • OFT10-105E: Domestic Oil Firing System Installation and Energy Conservation Measures in Buildings

Additional topics include:

  • Oil burner safety and system fault finding

  • British Standards and Document L1 Building Regulations

  • Flue and ventilation requirements

  • Thermostatic controls and insulation

  • Advanced energy efficiency techniques

Upon successful completion, candidates will be eligible to apply for OFTEC Competent Person registration. Further opportunities include progressing to broader heating and renewable energy qualifications.

Available Sessions

We have 4 sessions available for application on this course in SERC Professional Skills Centre.

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Level 3 Certification in OFTEC Training and Assessment
Y10605SD1A-24/25-PT
SERC Professional Skills Centre
 20+ £500.00
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Level 3 Certification in OFTEC Training and Assessment
Y10605SD1C-25/26-PT
SERC Professional Skills Centre
 20+
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Level 3 Certification in OFTEC Training and Assessment
Y10605SD1E-25/26-PT
SERC Professional Skills Centre
 20+ £351.00
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Level 3 Certification in OFTEC Training and Assessment
Y10605SD1A-25/26-PT
SERC Professional Skills Centre
 20+ £501.00
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