FC – BPEC Gas Foundation Training Evening Jan YR1
The BPEC Gas Foundation gas safety training course has been designed to provide a route into the gas industry
Course Summary

Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
The BPEC Gas Foundation gas safety training course has been designed to provide a route into the gas industry for individuals who do not currently hold the pre-requisite qualifications to undertake assessments under the Accredited Certification Scheme (ACS) for Individual Gas Fitting Operatives.
Entry Requirements
You will need to be 19 years old or above and will be required to pass a BPEC aptitude test before being accepted on the course. You will also need to secure some work with a GAS SAFE registered engineer. No formal entry qualifications or experience are required but a plumbing background would be beneficial.
What will you learn?
This course consists of on-the-job training/experience and off-the-job training in all the skills and knowledge required by a gas engineer. Your time at College will be split 50% on practical work – learning pipework skills, installing, servicing and fault finding on a variety of gas appliances – and 50% on theory, learning about gas systems and appliances.
How will you learn?
You will learn on-site
What will you need to bring with you?
You need safety boots and overalls.
How will you be assessed?
There are four multiple choice question papers and seven in-College practical assessments. You will also need to complete a portfolio of evidence of your on-site work.
Where next?
Further Study
Candidates who successfully complete the BPEC Gas Foundation course will then be eligible to undertake the relevant ACS qualifications.
Careers
You can advance in gas engineer roles.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information contact Derby College on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: October 12, 2021 2:27 pm