ACS Domestic Heating & Gas Training MLP
Become a Gas Safe heating engineer through our full-time Domestic Heating & Gas Training Managed Learning Programme (MLP).
The ACS gas course is the perfect certification to build your experience and develop your career. No previous experience is required as you’ll cover essential gas installation, maintenance and repair throughout the course. Training will provide you with the skills, knowledge and qualifications you need to launch your career in the gas and heating industry.
From there, you can complete our heat pump and renewables energy training package to future-proof your career and meet the demand for greener heating alternatives.
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Qualification(s)
- CCN1 - Core Gas Safety (Inc CPA1 - Flue Gas Analyser).
- CENWAT - Central Heating Boilers and Water Heaters.
- CKR1 - Gas Cookers.
- HTR1 - Gas Fires.
Cost(s)
£5,900 (Including VAT) - Finance Available
Entry Requirements
No Experience Required. This course is suitable for new entrants to the industry.
Delivery Methods
8 Weeks Centre-led Training
Open Duration On-site Experience
7-10 Days ACS Assessment
See Also: Part-Time Training Route
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(Stage 1) Practical & Theory Centre-Led Training
Known as a Managed Learning Program (MLP), stage one of our full-time ACS Gas Training Course is delivered in small groups at one of the Options Skills training centres.
You will be taught a mixture of theoretical information and practical skills, ranging from health & safety to gas cooker, fire and boiler installations, appliance servicing, testing and fault finding. Also covered in the first stage is Hot Water Storage Systems (G3), including unvented systems.
The full-time ACS gas course is designed to be an in-depth introduction to gas work and installation, preparing you to move on to developing your on-site experience as quickly as possible. We also have a part-time route available for those looking for a more flexible approach to trianing.
(Stage 2) On-site Experience & Portfolio Building
Stage two of training is a legal requirement for anyone training to become a gas engineer. During this time, you will work on-site under the supervision of a qualified gas engineer, undertaking a range of gas work and documenting this to complete a portfolio.
Your portfolio acts as evidence of the work you have undertaken as a trainee and must be of acceptable quality to allow you to progress to the next stage of training.
We will arrange your local placement with a Registered Gas Engineer through our dedicated recruitment team if necessary.
(Stage 3) ACS Assessment & Gas Safe Registration
In the final stage of our gas training course, you will be invited back to the training centre to undertake your ACS Initial Assessment.
As the industry-recognised route for gas operatives, the Accredited Certification Scheme is required to gain the certificate of competence required to become a member of the Gas Safe Register.
Once you have successfully passed your ACS Gas Assessment, you can apply to become a member of the Gas Safe Register. Alternatively, you may work as an approved operative for a Gas Safe Registered business. Gas Safe Membership is renewable annually, and fees are payable directly to the Gas Safe Register
(Optional Stage 4) Heat Pump & Renewables Training
Our renewables training, available as an optional stage four of our domestic gas training or as a standalone course for existing gas engineers, is designed to equip you with a comprehensive set of renewables accreditations.
Advancing your career in the gas industry by embracing renewable energy offers a unique opportunity to stay relevant and future-proof your professional journey.
Get ready to dive into the future of energy with expert training in Energy Efficiency, Air-Source Heat Pumps, Ground-Source Heat Pumps, and Low-Temperature Hot Water Systems.
Full Time Domestic Gas MLP
Course Syllabus
| Division |
| Gas Training Division |
| Module |
| G1 – Centre-Led Managed Learning Plan |
| Course Title |
| ACS Domestic Gas Training Course |
| Disclaimer |
With Effect from November 2017, all New Entrants to the Gas Industry in the UK must follow a standardised Level 3 RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework) Gas Course delivered by an approved Gas Training Centre. The Managed Learning Programme (MLP) delivered by Options Skills meets the requirements of the Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM) document Standards of Training in Gas Work IGEM/IG1 leading to: The acquisition of initial Nationally Accredited Certification Scheme for Gas Fitting Operatives (ACS) certificate(s) of Gas Safety Competence. The acquisition of a Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland or Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) gas utilisation certificate. The issue of a Training Completion Certificate (TCC). From August 2022, the requirements of MLP have further changed following an audit by IGEM. These changes ensure all training centres meet the national standards for gas training. Options Skills MLP exceeds these standards and has been further enhanced to provide the best training available to ensure all new entrants to the industry exceed the minimum requirements. Training centres are now required to offer a minimum centre-led training of 266 guided learning hours. Companies are no longer permitted to offer courses shorter than this duration, as these are deemed inadequate. (source IGEM). Please see below for the abbreviated Gas Course Syllabus: |
| Duration |
| 280 Guided Learning Hours plus extra allowance for appliance training |
| Location |
| Options Skills Training Centre |
| Attendance Type |
| Full-time (Monday to Friday) or part-time week blocks |
| Suitability |
| This programme is designed for new entrants to the gas industry. |
| Prerequisites |
| Candidates must be assessed for suitability before course attendance. In addition, candidates must be registered with awarding body one week before starting the course. It is recommended that entrants have a minimum Level 2 in Maths and English or equivalent. |
| Course Content – Domestic Natural Gas – Theory & Practical |
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| Course Content – Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems (G3) |
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| Assessment |
| Written & practical formative assessments |
| Qualifications |
| Working towards an RQF Certificate of Completion of Managed Learning Programme (Gas) DNGA1-5 |
| Accreditation |
| LCL Awards |
| Next Step |
| G2 – On-Site Portfolio Building |
| Division |
| Gas Training Division |
| Module |
| G2 – On-Site Portfolio Building |
| Course Title |
| ACS Domestic Gas Training Course |
| Duration |
| From course enrolment: 26 weeks – 2 years |
| Location |
| On-Site/Workplace |
| Attendance Type |
| N/A |
| Suitability |
| This programme is designed for new entrants to the gas industry. |
| Prerequisites |
| Completion of G1 – Managed Learning Plan |
| Course Content – Practical |
A suitable portfolio of evidence must be built under the supervision of a registered Gas Safe installer. This will include a variety of tasks, such as those listed below. The portfolio is not limited to this list; it is intended as a guide only:
Core gas safety activities and commissioning procedures, including:
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| Prerequisites |
| On completion of the on-site portfolio, it will be assessed and verified by Options Skills to industry standard. |
| Next Step |
| 5 Day Progress Review & Summative Assessment |
| Duration |
| 5 Days |
| Location |
| Training Centre |
| Course Content |
| Summative practical & theory assessments |
| Assessment |
Summative will take place during the 5-day progress checking week. The summative assessment aims to measure the learner’s progress and assess their competence when working with gas appliances. The summative comprises of:
Candidates are expected to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of:
If successful this is the earliest that a candidate can apply for ACS assessment. |
| Qualifications |
| DNGA1-5 MLP Certification |
| Accreditations |
| LCL Awards |
| Next Step |
| G3 – ACS Initial Training & Assessment |
| DIVISION |
| Gas Training Division |
| MODULE |
| G3 – ACS Initial Training & Assessment |
| COURSE TITLE |
| ACS Domestic Gas Training Course |
| DURATION |
| 80 Guided Learning Hours |
| LOCATION |
| Options Skills Training Centre |
| ATTENDANCE TYPE |
| Full-time (Monday to Friday) |
| SUITABILITY |
| For people that wish to gain ACS Gas Qualifications |
| PREREQUISITES |
| For candidates that have completed G1 Managed Learning Plan and G2 on-site portfolio. The candidate will only be assessed for appliances/qualifications listed below if they have built sufficient evidence within their portfolio. |
| COURSE CONTENT – PRACTICAL |
| Refresher Training and preparation for Assessment |
| COURSE CONTENT – THEORY |
| Refresher Training and preparation for Assessment |
| ASSESSMENT |
Domestic Suite of Gas Qualifications
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| ACCREDITATIONS |
| LCL Awards |
| NEXT STEP |
| Apply for Gas Safe Registration (Optional) Undertake training in Renewables |
| DIVISION |
| Gas Training Division |
| MODULE |
| G4 – Renewables Training |
| COURSE TITLE |
| Renewables Training Courses |
| DURATION |
| Variable |
| LOCATION |
| Options Skills Training Centre |
| ATTENDANCE TYPE |
| Full-time (Monday to Friday) or part-time week blocks |
| SUITABILITY |
| This programme is designed for Qualified Gas engineers (Level 3) ACS accredited in the Gas Industry. |
| PREREQUISITES |
| Heating installers with experience installing wet central heating systems, evidenced either by manufacturer courses certification or Gas Safe Register registration. These prerequisites are not required where this Qualification is being delivered as part of a recognised training course in any of the above. |
| COURSE CONTENT – LOW-TEMPERATURE HEATING DESIGN (LTHWS) |
Low Water Temperature system design.
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| COURSE CONTENT – AIR-SOURCE (IMASHPS) & GROUND-SOURCE(IMHPS) HEAT PUMPS |
Installation and Maintenance of Ground Source and Air Source Heat pumps. The Learner will:
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| COURSE CONTENT – ENERGY EFFICIENCY (PART L) |
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| COURSE CONTENT – WATER REGULATIONS (WRAS) |
Be trained and assessed in the following areas:
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| ASSESSMENT |
| Assessment through design scenarios and through, work performance activities, and a series of written and theory based written examinations |
| QUALIFICATIONS |
| (RQF) 600/7730/X, 601/2504/4, 603/7761/6. IMHPS21, IMASHPS, LTHWS |
| ACCREDITATION |
| LCL Awards |
Why Take Our Essential ACS Gas Training?
Millions across the UK use gas central heating systems to heat their homes. However, with a declining workforce and an increasing housing market, the demand for installing, servicing, maintaining and repairing gas appliances is higher than ever.
New engineers are needed to help meet this demand. To meet this demand there is a need for more engineers trained to cater to the needs of domestic heating systems. This is where our ACS gas certification can help. This course is the first step in your training and opens the door to not only gas and heating but renewable energy (such as heat pumps) too.
Training to become a gas engineer covers a range of skills and knowledge, including gas appliance maintenance and installation, pipework and essential theory. By becoming a gas engineer, you’ll be qualified to work on domestic properties. With 24.8 million households in the UK (as of 2021), this presents you with a litany of prospective customers as well as the potential to turn your career into a business.
On top of this is the growing green energy marketing, which adds demand to existing heating engineers. So, as homeowners look to replace their existing heating system with low-temperature options such as heat pumps, gas engineers are upskilling in renewable energies.
The optional fourth step of our domestic gas training offers gas engineers the chance to take advantage of this opportunity by earning a wide range of renewable energy accreditations.
The Managed Learning Programme (MLP) delivered by Options Skills meets the requirements of the Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM) document Standards of Training in Gas Work IGEM/IG1 leading to:
- The acquisition of the initial Nationally Accredited Certification Scheme for Gas Fitting Operatives (ACS) certificate(s) of Gas Safety Competence.
- The acquisition of a Framework of Regulated Qualifications (RQF) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland or Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) gas utilisation certificate.
- The issue of a Training Completion Certificate (TCC).
Learn more about the training, level of certification and the opportunities that await in our ACS Gas course by contacting our team today.
Pay as You Train with a range of Flexible Payment Options
We understand the financial challenges of pursuing longer courses. That’s why we offer our exclusive ‘Flexible Payment Options’ for our full-time and flexi gas training programs, allowing you to structure a payment solution that meets your financial situation.
This convenient payment method is exclusively available for our longer courses. Our process involves working with you to establish a customized payment plan.
Full-Time ACS Gas Training Course FAQs
Here, you can find several frequently asked questions about our Full-Time ACS Gas MLP Training Route.
If you have any additional questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch for a free consultation with one of our specialist course advisors.
Do I Need Previous Experience?
No previous experience is required to enrol on our domestic gas training course. So, you can train with us whether you’re just leaving formal education or looking for a career change.
Why Should I Train As A Gas Engineer?
Training as a gas engineer comes with a vast number of benefits. Millions of gas appliances throughout the UK require servicing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing. This requirement and an ageing workforce mean substantial demand for new engineers. With this demand comes the opportunity to earn a significant wage and enjoy job satisfaction.
As a gas engineer, you’ll find you have a lot of flexibility in your career, with numerous paths and areas in which to specialise.
What Is The Difference Between Part-Time & Full-Time Learning?
Both our full-time and part-time training routes consist of three training stages. Stage one is centre-led training. You can complete this as either eight consecutive weeks of training or part-time to fit your schedule. The part-time route also features additional payment plans to help you afford the cost of your training.
For more, visit our Part-Time Training page, or get in touch to discuss which route is best for you.
What Are The Payment Options?
For more information on our Domestic Gas Training payment options, please speak to our course advisors at 0800 802 1306. Alternatively, find out whether you’re eligible for finance.
Where Can I Train As A Gas Engineer?
Full time Domestic Gas Training is available at each one of the Options Skills training centres. Located in; Birmingham, Manchester, North London, and South London.
What Career Options Are Available After Training?
Numerous career options are available for those who train in the gas industry.
- Plumbing – With the skills and knowledge you’ve learnt throughout the domestic gas training, you can work on an employed or self-employed basis as a plumber, enhancing and adding to your skillset as you progress.
- Gas Engineering – With gas experience behind you, you’re perfectly positioned to gain your ACS qualifications and join the Gas Safe Register to work legally as a gas engineer.
- Heating Engineering – With plumbing and gas experience, you can take your training further with our heat pump courses. From Unvented to Heat Pumps, you’ll be able to work as a heating engineer, undertaking a more comprehensive range of projects. We offer a range of renewables training courses to enable you to upskill in your career.
How Often Do Courses Start?
We have new domestic gas classes starting regularly, so you’ll never have to wait long to begin training with Options Skills.
How Do I Enrol?
To find out more and enrol on our domestic gas training, you can request a call via our contact form or call us directly on 0800 802 1306.
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