Level 3Advanced · A-Level equivalent
Low carbon heating technician
Skilled heat pump installer.
Typical duration
3 years
Training funded
Fully funded
Route
Construction and the built environment
Standard ref
ST1020
Role overview
A low carbon heating technician designs, installs, commissions, and services low carbon heating systems including heat pumps, solar thermal, and related low-carbon technologies in domestic and small commercial buildings. At level 3, apprentices develop the engineering skills needed to help the UK reduce its reliance on fossil fuel heating. The role leads to specialist contractor, energy assessor, or renewable energy system designer careers.
Careers this apprenticeship leads to
Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.
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