No availability on this course until Autumn 2025.

For those unable or who don’t wish to commit to the three year RACHP Apprenticeship but still wish to gain a qualification, this is the Level 2 Diploma which can be followed by the Level 3 if so desired.

This course is open to those employed or seeking employment in the industry, who are willing and keen to learn.  Taught in small class sizes by enthusiastic, knowledgeable trainers (engineers themselves) with superb practical facilities.

What’s included in the course?

Six one week blocks of attendance per academic year; 4 of which are online training sessions completed from the candidate’s home and 2 are completed in the Training Centre. (12 weeks over 2 years in total).

Topics

Providing a thorough underpinning knowledge in RACHP theory including:

• Heat transfer
• Vapour compression system principles
• System operating conditions
• Fault finding
• Electrics
• Pressure testing
• Evacuation and dehydration
• F Gas training / air conditioning training

Sufficient practical skills to:

• Braze and fabricate pipework
• Work on basic electrical systems
• Install and commission systems
• Service and maintain systems
• Find and rectify faults

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HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED?

You will take four on-line City & Guilds examinations including F Gas at Category 1 and complete a series of practical assignments to demonstrate your skills as an air conditioning / refrigeration trainee.

THE ANNUAL FEE INCLUDES:

Course notes, City & Guilds registration, exam fees and certificates

See FAQs for further information

DIPLOMA IN REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING & HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS LEVEL 2 FAQ’S

IS THE CITY AND GUILDS 6090 DIPLOMA WORTH GETTING?
It is the best qualification available without taking the three year apprenticeship

WHAT IS COVERED ON THE CITY AND GUILDS 6090 DIPLOMA?
The 6090 Diploma covers installation and service and maintenance of refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pumps. It will cover both the theory and practical aspects. It is assessed by a comprehensive set of assignments and exams

WHAT DOES THE STUDENT GET FROM THE 6090 DIPLOMA?
The student will get good practical skills and a fantastic theoretical knowledge of the refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump industry.

DO YOU NEED TO BE EMPLOYED IN THE REFRIGERATION INDUSTRY TO TAKE THE DIPLOMA IN REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND HEAT PUMPS?
No, you can take the City and Guilds Diploma if you are employed in the industry or not. You will have theory and practical training at Ellis Training Works and all the evidence for the practical activities will be collected here.

CAN ANYONE DO THE CITY AND GUILDS 6090 COURSE?
Yes it is open to anyone of any age ability or experience. Anyone who attends this course will learn a huge amount about the RACHP industry.

WHAT ARE THE HOURS FOR THE NEW DIPLOMA COURSE?
The Diploma in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps course starts at 9.00 am in centre and runs through to about 5.00, with an hour for lunch.  When online session commence at 9.30am until 4.30pm, with independent assignments set throughout the day.