About
the course

This course will take you from a complete beginner to a certified domestic gas installer.

On this course you will carry out domestic gas work and will demonstrate gas safety competence by successfully completing nationally agreed assessments, carried out at our ACS approved assessment centres.

IGEM GAS STANDARDS

IGEM is the professional engineering institution for gas – representing thousands of engineers, technicians, managers and other non-engineering roles across the UK and overseas, and hundreds of businesses that are a significant part of the emerging hydrogen supply chain. The Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM) provides a comprehensive set of standards for the gas industry, which are widely recognized and utilized by professionals and regulatory bodies. These standards are categorised into several series, each focusing on different aspects of gas engineering and management.
These standards are essential for ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability in the gas industry. They are regularly updated to reflect technological advancements and regulatory changes.
For the up to date IGEM gas standards please go to:
https://www.igem.org.uk/resource/igem-ig-1-ed-2-supplement-2-domestic-training-specification.html

 

Training and Career Progression

L2 Plumbing and Gas

  • 1st Stage Basic knowledge

    Water Regulations

    C&G units

    Health & safety

    Small plumbing jobs and 1st fixes

    Leaks

    Repairs

    Maintenance work

    Radiators

    Above & below ground pipework

  • 2nd Stage Domestic

    Level 2 NVQ

    C&G 6035

    More employed roles

    Wet plumbing complete

    Airing Cupboards

    Hot and Cold Water Storage

    Bathrooms

    Power Flushing

    Underfloor Heating

    Radiator Systems

  • 3rd Stage Fully qualified

    Gas ACS

    Core Gas Safety

    Central Heating Boilers and Water Heaters

    Install and Maintain Gas Equipment

    Cookers and Hobs

    Space Heaters – Fires

    Flue Gas Analysers

    Air Source Pumps

    Ground Source Pumps

    Central Heating, Boilers and Controls

    Defined Scope Part P

    Can now complete electric work subject to sign off

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One of the reasons we are so highly regarded in trades training and achieve such strong results is that we believe in providing the very best facilities in the country (and, of course the trainers to work in them).

We have invested heavily (and continue to do so) to offer the safest and best equipped practical training venues in the UK.