Gas Engineer Courses
Gastec Training and Assessment Centres have been the leading supplier of ACS gas, oil training and assessment services to the trades for almost 30 years. We supply a full portfolio of ACS training and assessment services. Everything an engineer needs to get them set up to be a Gas Safe registered engineer, OFTEC, renewable energy sectors and more. Thinking of a career change? or are you an operative seeking wider expertise? For almost 30 years we have specialised in training new starters in the industry with our bespoke MLP-managed learning program. Military service leaver claiming ELC funding? Join the hundreds who have trained in the gas industry with us. we offer a wide range of training courses for the following sectors: gas, oil, plumbing, electrical, solid fuel, and air-source heat pumps.
Gastec Training and Assessment Centres have been the leading supplier of ACS gas, oil training and assessment services to the trades for almost 30 years. We supply a full portfolio of ACS training and assessment services. Everything an engineer needs to get them set up to be a Gas Safe registered engineer, OFTEC, renewable energy sectors and more. Thinking of a career change? or are you an operative seeking wider expertise? For almost 30 years we have specialised in training new starters in the industry with our bespoke MLP-managed learning program. Military service leaver claiming ELC funding? Join the hundreds who have trained in the gas industry with us. we offer a wide range of training courses for the following sectors: gas, oil, plumbing, electrical, solid fuel, and air-source heat pumps.
Domestic Gas Assesments
Gastec offers a range of gas ACS courses for engineers looking to work on domestic gas installations and gas boilers. Reassessment or initial gas qualifications, we have you covered.
CCN1 CENWAT1 CKR1 HTR1 DAH1 MET1 CMDDA1 REGT1
( 9 Available Courses )
Commercial & Industrial Gas Assesments
Gastec offers everything needed to work in the commercial gas and industrial gas sectors. Reassessment gas or initial gas qualifications, we have you covered.
COCN1 CODNCO1 ICPN1 CIGA1 CDGA1 CORT1 TPCP1A TPCP1 BMP1 CLE1
( 11 Available Courses )
Commercial Gas Catering Assesments
Gastec offers everything needed to work in the commercial gas catering industry. Reassessment or initial, Gastec have all the catering equipment needed to get you competent and ACS qualified.
CCCN1 CODC1 COMCAT1 COMCAT2 COMCAT3 COMCAT5 COCATA1
( 8 Available Courses )
LPG Assesments
We offer a range of Liquefied petroleum gas courses for those working in LPG and those who would like to add LPG to their existing natural gas business portfolio.
CONGLP1 – LPG PD – LPG RPH – LPG LAV – LPG BOATS – LPG
( 6 Available Courses )
Conversion Courses
Operatives with experience in one sector can broaden their skills by taking a gas conversion courses. The courses are ideal for those transferring from the domestic to commercial sectors, working with catering appliances or liquified petroleum gas systems.
( 4 Available Courses )
Frequently Asked Questions
Gastec been running gas engineer training courses for almost 30 years. Want to train to be a gas engineer? We have the full gas ACS portfolio to allow you to join the Gas Safe Register
The time required will depend on what gas engineer courses you are looking for. Our friendly staff will be happy to send out all timeframes to get you on the Gas Safe Register.
Holding qualifications is not a requirement to undertake a gas course. You can undertake gas safety training with us from scratch or you can undertake a gas conversion course to start in another sector
COMCAT is the abbreviation and gas ACS code for Commercial Catering Appliances such as COMCAT1 which is a gas training course for experienced operatives who wish to undertake commissioning, service and repair of commercial catering appliances. COMCAT1 will cover boiler burners, open/solid top ranges, hot plates and bain maries. Other COMCAT courses cover a range of commercial catering equipment, the list is extensive so don’t hesitate to contact Gastec for guidance.
CCN1 (Domestic Gas Safety) is the gas industry core qualification for engineers wanting to work on gas appliances. With your CCN1 Gas qualification, you can apply to be on the Gas Safe Register to work on gas appliances such as CENWAT1 CKR1 HTR1 DAH1 MET1
OFTEC stands for the Oil Firing Technical Association. It is a ‘competent persons scheme’ to which Gastec offers courses. Approved installers may install oil, solid fuel and renewable heating equipment under the OFTEC scheme.
Family run for almost 30 years. Gastec offers gas ACS, OFTEC register courses, LPG courses, commercial gas courses, gas conversion courses, Heat pump training and so much more. Don’t take our word on it, just look at the reviews!
Finding a gas training centre near you is challenging enough, always make sure they can follow through on promises to get you ACS qualified. Prices vary a lot and Gastec has always pushed to keep our prices fair, bespoke quotes are always available on multiple bookings
Gas training is not going anywhere anytime soon, the future is very prosperous for engineers in the field. With hydrogen on the horizon, heat pumps and more efficient systems becoming the new norm, the workload has only grown in demand. Your Gas ACS qualifications are a very strong route into renewable sectors such as air source heat pump training.
- November 18, 2023
THE FUTURE OF OIL HEATING IS HVO
The government has set out proposals to end the installation of fossil fuel heating in homes off the gas grid from 2026. In most
- November 18, 2023
WHAT IS COMCAT1?
COMCAT1 is one qualification that is attached to a core gas competency for commercial catering qualification such as CODC1 or CCCN1 that allows you
- November 18, 2023
KIERAN MCDONALD STORY
Kieran McDonald has been using Gastec training since the age of 17. Fast-forward to 2023 Kieran now has quite the success story to tell.
- September 27, 2023
DOMESTIC ACS PASSED!
The ACS process can be daunting for some. However, our managed learning program (MLP) ensures all new entrant gas engineers have the knowledge to
- September 27, 2023
GAS ENGINEER TRAINING
A new step forward for Stephen Roots Being an electrician for thirty-plus years, and a commercial catering and laundry engineer for the last five
- September 27, 2023
Military Leavers Claiming ELC
-A WORD WITH MARIA JENKINS CENTRE MANAGER AND HEAD OF ALL THINGS MILITARY RESETTLEMENT It’s a bit of a paperwork minefield, not one I
- September 27, 2023
AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS, THE TRUTH
An air source heat pump (ASHP) works by transferring heat absorbed from the outside air to an indoor space. This works via the wet
- September 27, 2023
Am I too old to become a plumber?
Making a career change can be a challenging and daunting experience, but it can also be one of the most rewarding decisions you will
- September 27, 2023
Is a career in the oil and gas industry rewarding?
IS A CAREER IN THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY REWARDING? THE FUTURE OF MY CAREER, AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS AND HYDROGEN… WHERE TO BEGIN
- September 27, 2023
AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP TRAINING COURSES?
Solid fuel, particularly coal and wood, has been popular in the United Kingdom for centuries due to its affordability, accessibility, and ease of use.
- September 27, 2023
JEREMY HAMILTON,TOM DOLLING AND BERNARD NKANSAH
-Jeremy Hamilton What made you come back to Gastec Training and Assessment Centres? It was time for the 5-year renewal of my gas qualifications
- September 27, 2023
New Entrant Reviews
-Charlie Clemson and Christian Robinson Were the objectives you set yourself achieved? Yes, we can safely say the objectives we set ourselves were achieved.
- September 27, 2023
OFTEC SOLID FUEL TRAINING COURSES?
Solid fuel, particularly coal and wood, has been popular in the United Kingdom for centuries due to its affordability, accessibility, and ease of use.
- September 27, 2023
Gas engineer courses part 2
If your intention is to be your own boss, work hours that suit you, do interesting, challenging and satisfying work and make a very
- September 27, 2023
BECOMING A GAS SAFE ENGINEER, THE PROCESS.
To become a Gas Safe engineer in the UK, you need to follow a specific process to ensure you meet the necessary qualifications and
- September 27, 2023
BECOMING GAS SAFE REGISTERED, 5 YEARS ON.
A day in the life of Gas Safe registered engineer Oliver is filled with both challenges and rewards, making it a dynamic and fulfilling
- September 27, 2023
WHAT IS COMCAT5?
COMCAT5 is one qualification attached to a core gas competency for commercial catering qualification such as CODC1 or CCCN1 that allows you to work
- September 27, 2023
WHAT IS COMCAT2?
COMCAT2 is one qualification that is attached to a core gas competency for commercial catering qualification such as CODC1 or CCCN1 that allows you
- September 25, 2023
Gas safe using ELC funding?
Are you thinking about a new career, considering self-employment or perhaps you are leaving the armed forces and considering your next step? There are
- September 25, 2023
Finding a Trusted Gas Safe Engineer
Gas Safe Register is the official list of businesses that are legally permitted to carry out gas work. Every registered business employs an engineer(s),
Our Accreditations & Staff
We ensure all our trainers hold more than just the basic qualifications.
We ensure our staff are also qualified in  Teaching, Assessing, & Quality Assurance and have all previously worked for reputable gas engineering companies. We have staff who have maintained dual fuel megawatt plant rooms for hospitals and staff who still run successful private domestic gas companies. Gastec training is well renowned for our staff which many have been here for over 20 years and have come from the most diverse background in the training industry.
