Air Source Heat Pump Training Course

The course consists of 3 days in-centre training. 

Successful candidates will receive their LCL Awards certificate approximately four to six weeks following completion of the course.

This Air Source Heat Pump Installation Course enables operatives to specify, survey, design and install domestic or small commercial heat pump systems, enlisting manufacturers support where required. Systems up to 16kW for air source heat pumps are covered, plus the following areas:

• Background to market.
• Heat pump regulations and guidance.
• Principles of air source heat pump operation.
• Heat pump types.
• Matching to the correct heating system.
• Pre-installation requirements.
• Installation materials and methods.
• Setting to work, commissioning.
• Heat pump servicing and fault finding.

Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs) are the primary heating technology that will enable the UK to meet its decarbonisation targets, offering key business opportunities for heating installers now and in the future. The government has pledged to deliver 600,000 heat pumps a year by 2028, rising to 1.9 million by 2035. 

An air source heat pump (ASHP) extracts heat from the outdoor air and transfers it indoors, warming water to provide central heating and hot water. Heat pumps use technology similar to that found in a refrigerator or air conditioner, essentially in reverse, compressing and expanding refrigerant to absorb and release heat energy. 

Heat pumps are powered by electricity and are at least three times more efficient than a gas boiler. Some heat pumps can also be used for cooling, but these are not commonly found in UK homes.

Yes, air source heat pumps require regular servicing to maintain their efficiency and longevity. A typical service will include cleaning filters, inspecting refrigerant levels, checking electrical components and ensuring the system operates optimally. Servicing intervals may vary but are often recommended annually.