2. How do I become an air source heat pump installer? What qualifications do I need?
Training

How do I become an air source heat pump installer? What qualifications do I need?

If you install heating systems, you may already have skills that transfer to air source heat pumps, even if you haven’t worked with them before.

A training course can help you understand how ASHPs differ from traditional systems like boilers, and where new knowledge and approaches are needed. Whether you’re beginning your journey with heat pumps or you’re an experienced installer looking to strengthen and expand your expertise, our training will help you build confidence when working with ASHPs. 


Read on to learn about how training supports both new and experienced installers in developing skills needed to work with heat pumps:

 

What we will cover:

 

  • The training you need to become a heat pump installer

  • Upskilling options for installers with existing experience 

  • Our range of courses, designed to support you at every stage of your heat pump journey

  • The key topics and practical knowledge covered in our courses 

How to become an air source heat pump installer - What qualifications do I need - Baxi ASHP Engineer Training Guide

Training to become a heat pump installer

 

Get started with air source heat pumps with the right foundation. Air source heat pump training starts with the basics of what the units are, the principles of how a heat pump works, installation and compliance considerations you’ll need to know about. As the transition to low-carbon heating continues, the skills to install and maintain heat pumps offers opportunities for installers to grow and adapt their businesses in an evolving market.

 
Qualifications such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Heating or WRAS compliance provide a strong foundation of transferable skills that can be applied when working with ASHPs. Taking an ASHP training course, like our Introduction to ASHPs course, turns those transferable skills into practical know-how, ensuring you fully understand how the systems work and best practice in various areas.

Upskilling options for experienced installers

Upselling is not just about increasing the value of each job. It is about giving your customers a more complete and future-proofed solution. Gaining accreditation through training such as our range of BPEC courses enables you to unlock opportunities by building trust, demonstrating competence and giving access to government back schemes and funding that many customers actively look for, such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) to help with the initial costs of having a heat pump. 

 
Developing your skills in low carbon solutions through training such as the BPEC Accredited ASHP Systems course enables you to design, install, commission and service ASHPs, elevating your expertise. 

  
MCS certification is essential for BUS grant funding and is a clear mark of quality and compliance. If becoming MCS certified yourself is not the right step for your business, you can still access the market and offer compliant installation through our Baxi MCS Umbrella Scheme. We take care of the survey, design, commissioning and all the paperwork, so you can focus on installing and growing your business.