BPEC Domestic Gas Foundation - Managed Learning Programme (new entrant course)
- Location
- Cardonald Campus
- SCQF Level
- 6
- Start Date
- Various start dates
- Qualification Type
- Other non-advanced qual
- Course Type
- Part-Time
- Duration
- MLP takes approximately one year, with additional attendance required for ACS assessments and Renewables training. Duration to fully qualify varies depending on individual progress.
£2850.00
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LOOKING TO BECOME A GAS ENGINEER?
Glasgow Clyde College is pleased to be a fully accredited BPEC Assessment Centre and offer the BPEC Domestic Gas Foundation Managed Learning Programme (MLP) as part of its portfolio of courses.
The MLP is designed for those looking to enter the gas industry and / or build on existing industry experience. Train in our purpose-built facilities and gain hands-on experience while working towards an industry-recognised certification.
Bookings are currently on hold. Check back soon!
What will I learn?
OVERVIEW
The BPEC Domestic Gas Foundation Managed Learning Programme is designed for those looking to enter the gas industry and / or build on existing industry experience. Candidates must have a fully qualified Gas Safe registered mentor (sought independently)
On successful completion of the MLP, candidates will receive a BPEC Gas Foundation Certificate allowing progress to ACS assessments and certification Gas Safe registration and future opportunities in the renewables sector.
(1) Managed Learning Programme (MLP)
Candidates attend College 2 days per week over a minimum of 27 weeks for classroom based theory and practical training and assessments. Topics include:
- Gas safety legislation
- Combustion
- Ventilation and flues
- Pipework
- Commissioning and fault finding
- Electrical safety
- Central heating systems and controls
Candidates choose which appliance they wish to study and work on - from either boilers, cookers or fires. Majoirty of candidates opt for boilers and add the others to their scope once qualified.
In addition to College attendance candidates must complete a 675-hour supervised portfolio of work with a qualified Gas Safe engineer who can act as their mentor. Mentors are not provided by the College and submission deadlines are provided at the start of the programme.
(2) ACS Training & Assessment
On receipt of the MLP certificate, candidates return to the College to undertake ACS assessments to attain the industry-recognised certifications which lead to Gas Safe registration. The timing and completion of ACS depends on individual progress with the MLP
(3) Emerging Technologies Preparation
Successful ACS candidates return to the College once more and complete Scottish Water Byelaws (2014) and Domestic Hot Water Storage Systems (Vented & Unvented) This final stage prepares candidates for work in the emerging technologies and the renewables sector, with appliances such as heat pumps and solar thermal systems.
TYPICAL DURATIONS
- MLP Core Training (College): 266 guided hours (minimum)
- MLP Portfolio** (Work with mentor): 675 hours - approx. 18 weeks)
- Boiler (CENWAT): 35 hours
- Additional Appliances: 7 hours each
- ACS Assessments: 3–6 days
- Renewables Preparation - Water Byelaws & Unvented Systems: 1–2 days
**Although the MLP is scheduled to take approximately one year and has a specific College portfolio submission deadline, BPEC allows up to 2 years from registration to complete the portfolio. The College can continue to support you with portfolio completion after the College deadline however, this will be treated as a course extension and additional fees will apply. Once your portfolio is completed, you can return to complete your ACS assessments on a first-come, first-served basis.
COURSE FEES
- Total Fee: £2,850
- Deposit: £500 (non-refundable once the course starts)
- Balance: £2,350 (due within 90 days of course start)
- Payment Plan: Options are available from the time of booking.
- Extension: Additional fees apply for those who require extra time for portfolio completion after the submission deadline has passed.
This is a commercial training course, and therefore not eligible for College funding or fee waivers. Unless employer or third-party funding is confirmed, the candidate is responsible for full payment.
What’s Included
- All training sessions and course materials
- MLP assessments
- Portfolio support, marking and verification
- Awarding body registration and certification
- ACS assessments
- Post-course renewables preparation (Water Byelaws & Hot Water Storage)
Entry requirements (minimum)
Candidates must have a fully qualified Gas Safe registered mentor (sought independently) and at least one of the following:
- Evidenced gas industry experience
- Recognised building trade qualification (e.g SVQ)
- Minimum 2 National 5s or SCQF equivalent (English and Maths/Applications of Maths preferred) SCQF equivalency guidance
Candidates whose qualifications or first written and spoken language is not English must also hold Level 5 ESOL.
Additionally candidates should have IT skills, access to a laptop/smart device with Microsoft applications and suitable PPE.
Enrolment is at the discretion of the Centre.
Employer and industry links
BPEC is the British Plumbing Employment Council which is an industry-leading specialised provider of Building Services Engineering (BSE) sector qualifications, assessments and training courses via a network of accredited colleges, private training centres and industry stakeholders.
Jobs and further study
Gas Safe Registration
Upon successful completion of the MLP and ACS assessments, candidates can apply for Gas Safe registration as a competent person. Gas Safe registration is not included in the course fee and is the candidate’s responsibility.
Once qualified and registered with Gas Safe, candidates can :
- Work in the gas industry (earning £30k+)
- Operate their own business
- Install, service, and repair boilers, fires, cookers, and meters
- Work with letting agents or housing associations
- Carry out landlord gas safety certificates
- Progress to renewables technology such as Heat Pumps
After one year on the Gas Safe register, candidates can expand their scope to include additional appliances or switch from natural gas to LPG or non-domestic gas.
Glasgow Clyde College is one of the few Scottish BPEC centres offering the BPEC Domestic Gas (RPL Bridge), which allows candidates with less than 12 months' certification to extend their scope before meeting the one-year requirement for 'Extension of Scope'.
I've applied — what happens next?
This course is delivered subject to demand and there is currently no confirmed course available to book.
Want to be ready for the next one? Please check the entry requirements on this webpage.
Meeting the entry requirements does not guarantee a place. Places are subject to course availability and capacity.
Course Booking Terms and Conditions
This is the first time we have stepped away from the traditional 3 years at college for apprentices. I wish I had adopted this route for our trainees sooner. Knowledgeable staff made the journey simple and effortless - 5* experience.
Andy McKenzie | Plumbing and Gas Services
I was looking forward to coming back to Glasgow Clyde. The schedule of the course to accommodate both in house learning and out on the job is good. Overall experience is a positive one. I believe I am on track to passing my ACS.
David Graham | Current Student
I enjoyed everything about the course. The course input was a perfect blend of knowledge and understanding input and practical work. The facilities provided by GCC were excellent in this regard.
Christopher Connell | Ex-student and fully qualified gas engineer