Ideal Heating’s Expert Academy has launched a free course to equip more people with knowledge of heat pumps.
According to a company statement, the new digital On Demand course, Introduction to Air Source Heat Pumps, is the “perfect first step” for those interested in learning about the technology.
The course covers everything from why heat pumps are a great choice, how they work, where they can be fitted and how they are controlled, it added.
It is suitable for many people across the industry including existing heating engineers, newly-qualified engineers, apprentices, industry partners such as merchants, specifiers and more.
Andrew Johnson, Ideal Heating’s training director, said: “It’s so important we equip both installers, and the broader heating industry, with the skills and knowledge they need to play their part in the transition to net zero.
“We’re investing millions of pounds as part of our commitment to re-skilling the industry, the launch of this new on-demand style will allow more people to access free content to continue their lifelong learning.
“It’s really important to me that people can access high quality training that fits around their busy lives and doesn’t burden them with lots of additional costs.”
The Introduction to Air Source Heat Pumps course is live now, and is recommended to take between two and three hours to complete.
It features 11 modules, with subjects including the different types of air source heat pumps, how refrigerants work, electrical considerations, controls, frost protection and funding.
Each module has been produced as a “bitesize style video”, it noted, providing participants with an “immersive and engaging” style of training whilst allowing them to learn at their own pace.
The course can either be completed in one go, or in sections, with participants having the flexibility to jump in and out of modules as needed. Content also remains available after completion, and can be referred back to.
Learners will be asked questions as the modules progress to ensure understanding whilst aiding memory retention, with an optional assessment at the end.
The course has been developed in partnership with BPEC.