Heat Pump Training Course

Learn from the UK’s leading ground source experts

Looking to become a ground source heat pump installer? Our free one-day course is ideal for installers who are new to ground source, upskilling or simply need a quick refresher.

Why is heat pump training perfect for gas installers & plumbers?

Low-carbon demand

With more and more clients looking into renewable heating, plumbers and gas installers can upskill to become competent heat pump installers. The transition to becoming an expert heat pump installer is surprisingly straightforward, especially with the right training.

A simple installation process

Once the digging or drilling for heat collectors has been completed by groundwork specialists, a ground source heat pump installation should take no longer than fitting a gas boiler.

Unrivalled support

As Kensa ground source heat pumps feature a multitude of sensors, units can usually be commissioned remotely by a Kensa engineer over the telephone to reduce time and costs. We also provide highly-rated technical support.

Our team recently attended a ground source heat pump training session with Kensa. As market leaders, they really know what they are talking about and their technical knowledge is first class.
Jim Dowling- Oxford Renewables

What does heat pump training involve?

Kensa offers the best industry training possible, covering the specification, application, design and installation of a Kensa ground source heat pump. Our experts will teach you all aspects of ground source through classroom-based theory and practical hands-on learning – offering training based on your requirements.

Typical training will cover:

An introduction to heat pumps
System design
Our product range
Application
Ground array sizing
Diagnostics and fault finding
Funding and the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI)
Sales and marketing opportunities.

Once completed, you will receive an attendance certificate as proof of your Kensa heat pump training.

Arrange training with Kensa

To arrange your free heat pump training:

• Email enquiries@thekensagroup.com

• Call 0345 222 4328

Kensa's training was very informative and helped dispel industry myths.
Installer

Are there heat pump training courses near me?

Our installer training usually takes place in Exeter, Devon. However, because our aim is to spread ground source knowledge throughout the UK, we are more than happy to be flexible with training locations.

Exeter College training facility

Kensa has partnered with Exeter College to create a custom-built resource for installers of ground source heat pump technology. The facility at Exeter College features working examples of Kensa heat pump systems, showcasing products from Kensa’s award-winning product range. This gives you a chance to get to grips with how a heat pump installation works, and what a typical installation looks like.

Kensa’s heat pump training bay at Exeter College includes a complete heating system, featuring our latest and most efficient innovation, the Evo series, which incorporates the world’s first ground source controller.

Bespoke heat pump training

Bespoke training sessions can be organised at your convenience in Exeter. And if you’re not within travelling distance of Exeter, Kensa can be flexible to suit your training requirements.

To enquire about bespoke training:

• Email enquiries@thekensagroup.com

• Call 0345 222 4328

Why does Kensa offer heat pump training for free?

Our training course is free because we want to offer as much of our expertise to installers as possible and widen the adoption of ground source heat pumps.

By spreading this knowledge throughout the UK, installers can become their own experts in ground source heat pump technology and increase the number of quality ground source heat pump installations to ease the UK’s switch to low-carbon heat.

Our trained heat pump installers can then continue to make others aware of the net-zero benefits, efficiency and cost-saving advantages of Kensa heat pumps – forming Kensa’s Underground Network.

Train to become a heat pump installer

To start your heat pump training:

• Email enquiries@thekensagroup.com

• Call 0345 222 4328

Julian R.

11:35 17 May 22

My Family purchased a Kensa Evo Heat Pump in 2020 and Project Managed its installation. It has been... everything we could have hoped for. Hot Water and Heating throughout our newly extended property on the Lizard.We have, however, encountered one ongoing problem, not with the Kensa Heat Pump but with the Immersion Heater fitted to the Advance Appliances "Super Duplex Hot Water Tank. The Thermco Immersion Heater pre-fitted to the Hot Water Tank failed after just four months (April 2021). Advance supplied a replacement and reimbursed our associated Plumbing costs. The replacement Immersion Heater, an identical model from a 2018 batch lasted just nine months, failing in January 2022. Advance supplied another identical Thermco replacement, again from the same batch. This time, they were reluctant to reimburse our Plumbing costs.Given that this ongoing failure could only be due to 1) a faulty batch of Immersion Heaters or 2) something in our Bore Hole water, we paid to have our water tested for Chlorides and found a low reading of 57 per mg/l (PVC guide max 250 mg/l). The second replacement Immersion Heater supplied by Advance, again, an identical unit, failed in March 2021 lasting just three months!We contacted Kensa Customer Technical Support in Truro and they were rightly concerned. They sent one of the excellent Team came over quickly as possible and emptied the Hot Water Tank, flushed and cleaned it and refitted a new Tesla Immersion Heater. He also took away photos and water samples for further investigation. We now await the results.It has been an extremely frustrating series of events that shows that, however excellent and efficient the Kensa EVO Heat Pump is - and it is!, a minor component of the whole setup can completely cause problems and, effectively, close the system down. We are indebted to Kensa Technical Support in Truro for getting involved and searching for the both the cause and the long term solution.Julian D Rand MBEread more

Mark P.

09:45 17 May 22

As an installer, Everytime I ring technical support, always very helpful and get the problem... sorted, one of the best technical support I speak toread more

Rafal W.

18:58 16 May 22

Super miły personel I szybki rozladunek.

Sarah W.

16:00 25 Apr 22

Great company and GSHP. After nearly 8 years of continuous operation our trusty heat pump developed... a fault. I called Kensa technical support services and despite having very little experience in this area was patiently talked through the investigation by Carl Jackaman until we had successfully diagnosed the fault. After fitting the required part, everything is now up and running again and I can not speak highly enough of their technical support services.read more

Chris S.

09:52 04 Apr 22

Excellent support diagnosis over the telephone, replacement part arrived next day and we were back... up and running in less than 24hrs. Well done Carl & Kensaread more

George G.

11:38 24 Mar 22

Excellent tech support from Carl Jackaman - who stepped in for colleagues at really busy times due... to the end of RHI and guided my installer through the set to run process to get my heat pump running, thanks Carlread more

Roger W.

15:50 17 Mar 22

Very professional outfit.

Tracy C.

08:47 16 Mar 22

Have had a heat pump supplied by Kensa since our house was built 14 years ago. It has been... absolutely excellent. Extremely economical, without any servicing issues. A recent problem occurred when a capacitor failed. Technical support was immediate ( they replied to my enquiry with one hour ). They supplied the necessary replacement part over night. Special thanks to Carl (K? ) who was particularly knowledgeable,helpful and even telephoned to check that the repair had gone well. Can not praise him and Kensa enough. Definitely the best customer service we’ve ever experienced. Many thanks Carlread more

Nick P

10:25 27 Jan 22

I have now been using our Kensa dual compressor Shoebox heat pump for 7 years. Other than being... slightly noisy, the system has been faultless and produces hot water every day of the year.Well worth the investment.read more

Andrew H.

17:53 18 Jan 22

Recently had a 13 kw Evo installed and I am very pleased with its performance. In fact it is better... than my 12kw oil boiler which it replaced and it exceeds its quoted performance.. That said it would benefit with the energy meter being readable from the front panel which is over engineered being far to heavy/fancy and has to be moved to access same. Again the rear top cover could include preformed knockouts for the pipes or indeed be manufactured from a softer material to aid installation. I also think that the vibration noise although not loud could be improved by the use of plastic plumbing to connect to the 28mm fittings supplied since the vibration can be felt on my copper pipes and I would suggest that any new floor tiling beneath should be decoupled if possible from the screed and adjacent walls The weather compensator works well but would benefit from clearer installation/operating instructions. It would be interesting if the pump performance data held a retained average for the life of the machine. Additional detailed analysis of boreholes v slinkys would be of interest given that with increased energy costs I believe the cost benefit is worthy of analysis especially when drilling into granite. Overall- a great product and contrary to what the papers say there is plenty of hot water.read more

Iain M.

10:40 12 Jan 22

Diagnosis of a fault with an 8 year old twin compressor 24 kw heat pump was carried out remotely by... Carl Jackaman of the Kensa technical department in conversation with an electrician on site today. The diagnosis and solution were completed successfully. Carl could not have been more helpful or patient in taking the electrician and myself through every step required, including the arrangements for the spare parts to be despatched.5 stars thoroughly deserved.Iain Milligan11 January 2022read more

Julie M.

14:30 03 Dec 21

My son has a Kensa Heat Pump that isn't working. His landlord is no help! My husband phoned Kensa... and an engineer tried his best over the telephone to give advice to get the pump working. Almost successful but we didn't have the tools needed. They were able to recommend sustainable energy engineers to assist. Excellent service from Kensa.read more

Damian V.

15:54 28 Oct 21

This is a comment about Kensa support.My 12-year-old heat pump developed an intermittent fault by... which the pump failed to start. It got worse over a few days until it no longer worked at all. (Not surprising in such an old machine).I phoned Kensa support and in seconds I had a diagnosis, and a new part was on it's way to me. As I didn't want to fit the part myself, the support people put me in touch with a local plumbing and heating expert. Unfortunately, he fell ill and took time off work, so my wife and I took on the task ourselves, following telephone guidance from Kensa support.Incidentally, when we first had the heat pump, we were confused about how to get the best from it, but we found out then that we could rely on them for help.Anyway, to fit the part we removed the front panel, then the top panel, but still we couldn't reach the failing part. We had to remove the back and side panels too - all the time following Kensa advice. Even then there were more problems. (I understand that newer machines are much easier to maintain.)We had been without heating for two weeks and frequently felt like giving up, but we sent photos by email to Kensa to illustrate difficulties as they arose and received solutions in return. Eventually we got the new part in place, switched on and felt the most profound sense of relief and satisfaction when the pump sprang to life.It should be emphasised that the support team are not necessarily familiar with such old models, but whenever we made contact all the support staff present knew about the problem. This gave a very reassuring feeling that we were getting an individual, personal service for which we are most grateful.In short, we received the most excellent telephone and email support for getting this very old heat pump working again.read more

Jane S

11:48 28 Oct 21

The installer of our Kensa heat pump retired some years ago but Kensa Technical support have... provided excellent service and information over the phone and on line. We could not ask for more. Excellent company. Would recommend.read more

Kevin F.

18:58 25 Oct 21

Tom, was extremely helpful in assisting in a technical issue I had with my Kensa heat pump. The... pump has been working well for the past 10 years without any major issues. The pressure had dropped and Tom remotely assisted in solving the problem which saved me time and not doubt expense. Thank you very muchread more

Dana F.

10:32 18 Oct 21

The Kensa Technical Support team are excellent. They are always happy to help with issues and... really go the extra mile. Twice now they have sent out part replacements free of charge (when we are actually out of warranty) and have talked us through the installation in order to save us from calling out a plumber. Carl has been really really helpful, and Tom has also been excellent in the past.read more

lisa M.

12:31 01 Oct 21

The after sales service provided by Kensa has been exemplary. They have been easy to contact,... always very helpful and have reliably followed up on everything they promised as well as keeping us informed on a regular basis. They have gone over and beyond to ensure we are satisfied with their product. I would highly recommend Kensa to anyone considering a heat pump.read more

David R.

10:48 20 Sep 21

Our 20kw Single phase Heat pump was fitted over 7 years ago, over that time we have had one sensor... failure , that was replaced FOC, recently one of our ground arrays was isolated due to it weeping at the fitting, Thanks to Tom for sending out a replacement olive.read more

darren H.

21:42 07 Sep 21

Excellent ‘after-care’ and technical help on a product installed many years ago in a property I’ve... just moved into. It’s reassuring to be able to go through the heat pump and clarify my understanding and solve pressure issues simply by being talked through it all on the phone. Thanks for your time folk.read more

Trybrid

16:29 11 Mar 21

Had a really informative conversation with their Sales team. I was originally looking at installing... a ground source heat pump. However I was pointed in the direction of an air source pump which isn't one of their products but would be better suited for my property. Clearly putting customer service first! I would highly recommend you to get a quote from them.read more

Wayne R.

14:16 02 Feb 21

Having had a lengthy search to find someone that actually knew what they were talking about when it... came to ground source heat pumps, we found Kensa. When we called we thought we were getting the receptionist, but in fact we got Daisy. She knew more about what she was selling than anyone else we had spoken to. Clearly knew her stuff, and instantly put our minds at ease. She worked out a detailed quote and nothing was too much trouble when we asked questions or wanted to change something.Installation was quick, clean, and everything was explained in a language we could understand. We were then given a complete system booklet, again explaining what to do if we have any issues or need to change anything on the systemDaisy and the whole Kensa team have been nothing but professional, capable and courteous from start to finish.Thoroughly recommend Daisy and the whole of the Kensa team to anyone who needs a GSHP.read more

oy D.

16:33 21 Jan 21

The plumbers and the resident liaison officer did a great job on my block on Drygate walk 2-8.... Thanks you guys.read more

posh and F.

21:53 20 Jan 21

Thank you so much Demi for your help during my sister heating installation last week, housing... didn't care but you were so helpful,Thank you.read more

aslan B.

11:50 18 Jan 21

The workmen are friendly and polite and dispıte beıng so streched nothing iş too much trouble. The... system iş a little cooler then my old heating system but overall its goodread more

Sue H.

16:42 15 Dec 20

I installed a Kensa Ground source heat pump in 2015 and am really pleased. I also have solar PV and... solar thermal so this form of heating is absolutely essential. Made in Cornwall !!read more

Allan T.

14:21 10 Nov 20

We installed our heat pump in 2007, yes..13 years ago. It has been an excellent and reliable... investment that has performed exactly as planned. Support from Kensa can only be described as outstanding. Any call for support is quickly answered by knowledgeable engineers, who work with you to diagnose and resolve the fault or diagnose the issue and then send the right resources to fix the system. They clearly keep a sense of ownership and pride in what they make and install and are patience personified in the way they deal with lay customers. Top marks from me and thanks in particular to Tom with a recent sensor failure that proved difficult to identify.read more

Steve A.

13:44 13 Oct 20

We have a Kensa GSHP, the pump is reliable, needs little servicing and is both environmentally and... uses only a little electricity. Todd in tech support is THE most helpful and informed person you will come accross...what's not to like?read more

John G.

15:10 06 Oct 20

We recently had a Kensa Heat Pump installed at our new build Hobbit Hole holiday let. Nothing about... this whole build was easy but we opted for Kensa for our renewable energy. Brilliant decision from the start, the product layout, working with our staggered delivery requests due to a just in time scheme adopted for the build, to literally holding our hand during the self installation process using a heat engineer locally. So helpful, and great to know if we need further guidence, totally confident they are there. John & Rebecca Garrett, Hobbit Hole, Abbotsham,North Devonread more

Michael P.

12:59 06 Oct 20

Can’t thank these guys enough especially Todd his knowledge of these heat pumps is second to none

Martin B.

21:43 02 Oct 20

I had a Kensa heat pump installed in 2017. It has worked really well and saved significantly on... space and water heating costs. The technical support team at Kensa have been absolutely fantastic helping sort out installation issues, responding very quickly and positively to queries and resolving issues very efficiently.read more

Richard J.

07:33 17 Sep 20

great service, very efficient as always

Bharat R.

19:53 23 Aug 20

I chose Kensa Heat Pumps for our GSHP needs because Steve Costello and the other professionals I... met at home building events always welcomed me and answered all my questions. They introduced me to Howard Smith Builders in Herefordshire who installs many of their pumps and I visited him to see first-hand an installation Howard had done. Back to Kensa. All throughout the build and spec of our pump, Kensa stayed in touch and Steve even visited our home when the work began. I have also been assured that as and when there are software updates for their pumps, Kensa will provide them to me to ensure my pump stays at the optimum level. Thank you, Steve, and Kensa for sticking with me when I needed you to hold my pump for a year with no extra charge! Looking forward to having Lewington’s of Market Harborough finishing the install of your pump and slinkies this Wednesday!read more

Joule E.

17:17 22 Jul 20

I have been using Kensa for a number of years now, and whilst the service is always exceptional... from every member off the team, just recently, and during these trying times, Jacquelyn, James & Maggie have gone the extra mile to ensure my business has kept installing. Really fantastic work guys, much appreciated, thank you, Lee Whiteread more

Mike H.

12:25 08 May 20

Well, Kensa technicians continue to do a wonderful job. We installed our heat pump back in 2007.... Paid a fair price, got a grant towards the cost and have benefited from cheaper heating ever since. Any other boiler I am sure would have been on the scrap heap by now and the manufacturers not in the slightest bit interested in us. But not Kensa, they have continued to give first class technical support throughout the thirteen years - all advice free, friendly and helpful. We’ve bought a few bits, but not many and several parts have been provided free of charge. This time it was Todd doing the magic programming a new Corel for us, which he sent us by return at absolutely no cost to us. So anyone reading this - thinking of having a Kensa heat pump - do it! You won’t be sorry. Todd likened it to a land rover - sturdy, robust, efficient and long lasting and I think that’s absolutely right.read more

Steve T.

14:47 04 May 20

Can't recommend Kensa enough. Great product, phenomenal customer service. I called them after our... heat pump stopped working and spoke to an engineer called Tod. He was extremely knowledgeable and talked me through getting it going again over the telephone, even though turned out that the fault wasn't anything to do with the heat pump itself! Above and beyond, even messaged me again to check everything was still ok. Thanks Tod, you are an asset to Kensa!!read more

Duncan R.

17:11 27 Apr 20

Great company to work with. Very professional in every aspect of their business. The best company... to deal with if want a heat pump system that is designed and installed by highly skilled and experienced people.read more

Jon T.

20:44 12 Mar 20

The staff at Kensa could not have been more helpfulI bought a 10 kw heat pump in 2007 which has... worked without a problem untill while extending my drains I cut through one of the underground pipes. The help I received enabled me to get my system up and running with only a day down time very very helpful.read more

Jean C.

20:07 03 Mar 20

We found all Kensa personnel helpful and knowledgeable, especially TomWorth, when our heat... exchanger broke down. Very pleased we purchased Kensa. Peter Lyonsread more

Robert E.

10:39 20 Feb 20

Similar to another reviewer, we bought Ground Source Heat Pump from Kensa some 10 or more years... ago. Never had any problems what so ever, until recently it fails to start and only rarely does it get up and going.Called the service desk, spoke to one of the Tom's, excellent knowledgeable advice culminating in us purchasing a replacement smart start box. I was nervous about doing the replacement, but encouraged by Tom, gave it a shot, it worked perfectly, job done !A couple of calls to the team always results in friendly expert definitive advice, everything breaks at some point, so its all in the recovery and the support team at Kensa have made recovery and service into an art form.The product is by design inherently more reliable than oil or gas boilers and the Kensa support experience confirms it was the right decision to buy the product.Congratulations.read more

Mark N.

20:39 15 Jan 20

Came across the invoice for our Kensa heat pump during a clear out. It cost us about £6k just over... ten years ago (+ digger hire for a few days) and I reckon it's saved us at least £750 per year since (probably closer to £1000). Maintenance cost so far has just been inhibitor for the heating system.read more

David W.

21:44 05 Dec 19

First class product and excellent after sales attention - even when out of guarantee

Derek S.

09:44 01 Dec 19

I bought a 10 year old house with a Kensa Ground Source Heat Pump last year. Recently, my hot... water has not been as hot as usual so I contacted Kensa for some advice. Bear in mind this is a 10 year old heat pump, well out of warranty . . . They could not have been more helpful!I have spent at least a couple of hours on the phone with Todd from their technical support team. He helped me troubleshoot, talked me through how to open the unit up and check things myself. He sent me some small parts free of charge and I also bought a couple of replacement parts, which he again talked me through how to fit.I have never come across a single company in my entire life that wouldn't charge me for this time. I'm well out of warranty and yet Todd did not hesitate to help. No bill for labour, just patient, friendly advice. What amazing service! Second to none!If I ever need another heat pump I'll be going straight to Kensa. Best customer service I've ever experienced!read more

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Learn from the UK’s leading ground source experts

Why is heat pump training perfect for gas installers & plumbers?

Low-carbon demand

A simple installation process

Unrivalled support

What does heat pump training involve?

Typical training will cover:

Arrange training with Kensa

Are there heat pump training courses near me?

Exeter College training facility

Bespoke heat pump training

Why does Kensa offer heat pump training for free?

Train to become a heat pump installer