Course Overview
The Energy Efficiency (Part L) training course has been made appropriate to the requirements of plumbers/ heating installers and gas engineers that need to self-certificate their work via one of the Competent Persons Schemes (CPS) and those that carryout work in new and existing dwellings whilst satisfying the requirements for compliance.
… anyone aged 19+, living in Wales and in employment. The usual salary limit of £35,796 does not apply to this course.
… all who aim to build the knowledge and expertise to deliver net zero carbon homes.
The training materials for this course include:
- Approved Document L, Volume 1
- CIBSE Domestic Heating Design Guide
The Energy Efficiency (Part L) is assessed by a short multi-choice theory examination including a heat loss and radiator sizing exercise.
This course is a one day course.
Applicants should be experienced installers of gas, oil, or solid fuel domestic central heating systems.
Evidence/confirmation of experience would be required.
This course is available as part of a Personal Learning Account (PLA). PLA is an initiative from the Welsh Government which offers people the chance to access free, part-time courses with flexible and convenient learning that fits around their existing lifestyle (subject to eligibility).
Certificates are normally valid for 5 years.
If completed outside of PLA, this course will cost £170 per candidate.
Course dates will be discussed upon application.
This course is delivered at our Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone and Newport campus based on demand.
This course is run over 1 day.