PHAM NEWS | JUNE 2025 38 Training& Education


Stockport academy


A new training academy has opened in Stockport designed to provide a dedicated centre of excellence for engineers to train on the latest heating and cooling technologies. The facility has been set up by Carrier Solutions UK to off er education and support for HVAC engineers across the UK and will feature products from the company’s Viessmann and Vokèra brands, as well as Carrier and Toshiba residential and light commercial HVAC equipment. Converted from a former


warehouse, the new training centre spans approximately 1,300m2 and will provide an opportunity


Get a £500 discount


Installers can benefi t from a £500 discount on air source heat pump training courses, following new funding awarded to GTEC Training through the Midland Net Zero Hub. The initiative reduces the standard price of the three-day course from £660 to £160 and is available at a number of locations across the UK,


Hydrogen training centre


to gain hands-on experience on Carrier’s multi-brand range of HVAC solutions, including air-to-air and air-to-water heat pumps, SHRM Advanced VRF systems, boilers and controllers. Additionally, the centre features F-gas training rigs for industry certifi cation, and will


function as an accredited BPEC training centre. The opening marks the fi rst


phase of a broader initiative, with additional training centres set to open in Wakefi eld, Telford, London Colney and Plymouth later this year. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/625/42


including Aylesford, Bedford, Birkwood, Farnborough, High Wycombe, North Yorkshire, Nottingham, Salisbury and Sunderland. The course provides practical


experience with live heat pump rigs and covers essential health and safety, regulations and industry standards. Those who complete the training and pass the assessment will receive an LCL Awards Level 3 Certifi cate, helping them meet the growing demand for qualifi ed heat pump installers. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/625/43


The UK’s fi rst dedicated hydrogen training centre for Gas Safe registered engineers has offi cially opened at Fife College’s Levenmouth Campus. The facility will train over 100


Gas Safe registered engineers this year, equipping them with the green skills needed to safely convert homes from natural gas to hydrogen. This training is essential for the engineers who will be involved in SGN’s green hydrogen trial, H100 Fife, which will supply green hydrogen to homes in Levenmouth through a new purpose-built network. The training centre off ers


hands-on experience with hydrogen appliances and systems, supported by manufacturers such as Baxi, Worcester Bosch, Clean


On-demand learning for the Aerona


Guidance on modern plant room surveying


The latest CIBSE-approved CPD from Ideal Heating Commercial is focussed on the modern plant room. It addresses plant room surveying, along with the evolution of the plant room and heat source technology over recent years brought about, in part, through legislation and product innovation. ‘Surveying the modern plant


room – from boilers to heat pumps’ CPD provides invaluable advice on the various stages involved in surveying a plant room: from assessment and the requirements for a replacement heat source, through to the potential risks associated with heating system replacement and how to identify these.


It concentrates on modern,


energy-effi cient plant room retrofi ts using heat pumps. Hybrid systems, which include heat pumps with modern condensing gas boilers as a back-up, are also addressed as an alternative solution where heat pumps alone are not feasible. The course also looks at latest legislation and regulations, and touches on best practice when commissioning. Targeted at a wide audience


of mechanical engineers, sustainability professionals and building contractors, the course aims to equip participants with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of decarbonisation in the heating sector. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/625/46


A new online training course for the Aerona 290 Air Source Heat Pump has been introduced through the Grant eLearning Academy, aimed at installers seeking to enhance their skills in renewable technologies. The course, available on-demand, consists of 12 modules covering installation, commissioning, servicing, and troubleshooting specifi c to R290 heat pumps. First launched in 2020, the


eLearning Academy off ers a range of resources for professionals in the


heating sector. The latest course features interactive elements and a refreshed layout, allowing learners to navigate the modules at their own pace. Each section concludes with a quiz, and upon completion of all modules participants can take a fi nal assessment to earn a certifi cate. Successful candidates will also be eligible to apply for the G1 Scheme for Grant air source heat pumps. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/625/45


Expanding across the UK


This year, Daikin plans to expand its training programmes, making them more accessible for engineers across the UK. The company has acquired a new building in Manchester to enhance its training capabilities and will grow its network of over 40 Sustainable Home Training Centres. The comprehensive course off ering includes training on Altherma and DX products, covering installation, diagnostics and fault- fi nding, all provided at no cost, along with a complimentary lunch. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/625/47


Get clued up on PRVs


Altecnic has unveiled the new CPD course ‘Sizing of Pressure Reducing Valves,’ now accessible through its free-to-access Altecnic Academy digital platform. Learners will discover how correct PRV sizing can signifi cantly enhance system performance and effi ciency whilst gaining practical insights and expert knowledge to proactively prevent common issues and optimise outcomes from design through to construction and commissioning. Key topics include fl ow rate


calculations, selecting suitable PRVs, avoiding oversizing and advanced system confi gurations. This CPD forms part of Altecnic Academy’s growing portfolio of on-demand training, which already includes 12 CIBSE-approved CPDs. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/625/48


Burner Systems (CBS), Bosch Home Appliances and MeteRSit. It will ensure that engineers gain the knowledge and competency to safely install, test, and maintain hydrogen appliances and heating systems in domestic settings, advancing the UK’s transition to green energy solutions. Every engineer taking part will gain an offi cial hydrogen qualifi cation added to their Gas Safe registration. Training will be delivered in Fife


by expert trainers with experience in delivering gas training with support from industry professionals. SGN has developed the courses in partnership with Fife College for the past two years, alongside key stakeholders. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/625/44


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