Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems

What can this course lead to?

This award is a great option for those looking to develop their green skills or businesses transitioning to greener heating options wanting to offer a new, sustainable service to clients.

Who is it for?

Ideal for Plumbing and Heating Engineers, Apprentices, Green Technologies enthusiasts. This award will equip you with the knowledge and skills to confidently install, commission and maintain solar thermal hot water systems. These systems capture energy from the sun to heat water, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional water heating methods. The award also covers essential pre-requisite training, including Water Regulations and Hot Water Systems & Safety (Unvented).

What is covered?

Modules covered during the Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems are likely to include:

Introduction and Solar Thermal Systems in context of renewable technologies
Overview of Solar Thermal Systems
Solar Thermal Collectors
Solar Hot Water Storage
Solar System Components
System Specification
System Installation and Set to Work
System Commissioning and Handover
System Inspection, Service and Maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You will require:

A minimum Level 2 qualification in plumbing or conventional heating engineering, or a demonstrable number of years of relevant experience.
Water Regs UK Water Regulations/Water Byelaws or equivalent.

To be funded you must:

Be aged 19 or older.
Have the right to work in the UK.
Live in England.
Live in Lincolnshire or Cambridgshire or work for a company who are based in these counties.

Start date: Wednesday 14th January 2026

Course Code

PAW3ST5AP$

Duration

3 Days

Fees

The full cost of this course is £795.

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