Training - Frequently Asked Questions
- Do you have a course which will suit me and my business?
- Can you train my staff?
- How much time is this going to take out of my business?
- What does BPEC accreditation give me?
- What does IDHEE recognition mean to me?
- What does UHMA recognition mean to me?
- What does BPEC accreditation of the trainer and the training centre mean to me?
- What does being a Continental Registered Installer mean to me?
- Where are the courses held?
- What format are the classes?
- Are there any books I should buy or need to read before I attend?
- Will I be able to leave my mobile phone on during the course?
- What do other people who have attended have to say about the courses?
Continental have the largest training programme of any supplier in the UK, offering courses throughout the country. View the full list here.
Please call to speak to one of our BPEC accredited trainers on 0845 108 7001. Our trainers all have extensive industry knowledge and you will be able to discuss the contents of each course to decide which will be best for your individual needs.
Your staff can attend one of our training courses as a group or we can set-up and tailor an individual course for your company to give your team the specific skills for your business.
Please call 0845 108 7001 to speak to one of our BPEC accredited trainers and discuss your requirements. Continental has the only BPEC accredited mobile training rig in the country and we can train your staff either on your premises or at a nearby location.
Although you won't be able to work whilst attending the course, the investment will be paid back many times when you fit underfloor heating more quickly and efficiently in the future.
BPEC, the British Plumbing Employers Council, is a nationally recognised body for the industry. Their accreditation will mean that you will be recognised by your customers as a competent and knowledgeable underfloor heating installer in this growing market. BPEC website
IDHEE, the institutue of Domestic Heating and Environmental Engineers, is a well-established industry body. Completing an IDHEE recognised course such as the Continental Underfloor Heating Training gives you points towards IDHEE membership. IDHEE website
UHMA, the Underfloor Heating Manufacturers' Association, is the trade association for surface heating and cooling in the UK. UHMA is closely involved with the development of the training courses to assure that you are able to offer the best to your customers.
By completing a Continental UHMA recognised course you will be able to apply to be a UHMA Recognised Installer. UHMA website
All of our trainers are fully BPEC accredited. This means that they themselves have undergone training courses and tests to ensure they are fully qualified to teach you about installing underfloor heating and enable you to gain your own BPEC accreditation.
BPEC accreditation is important because BPEC works closely with UHMA, the trade association, to develop the correct training for the industry.
Continental have the only BPEC accredited mobile training rig in the UK, enabling us to run courses anywhere in the country.
As a Continental Registered Installer you will be associated with the industry leader, receive a dedicated single contact to give you technical backup for your installations, quote priority for a quick response for your customers and regular news on product updates.
Continental Underfloor Heating training courses are held across the country, so there will be a course within easy travelling distance for you. We use training centres with easy access and parking.
View all the training courses here to find one near you.
The Continental Underfloor Heating BPEC accredited trainer at each course will give you both hands-on installation skills and the technical knowledge. This ensures trouble-free fitting of underfloor heating systems for all floor constructions and heat sources.
Throughout the course the trainer will answer all your questions on practical and technical aspects of underfloor heating systems.
At the end of the course there will be a short test.
No prior reading is needed as our courses are comprehensive and we provide a full set of training notes for each course member for future referral. This will make each of your installations quick and straightforward.
However should you wish to take the subject further, getting a copy of the BSRIA underfloor heating guide would not be a bad thing.
We fully appreciate that your business still needs to run. We do not ban mobile phones, but ask you to leave them on 'silent' or 'vibrate' and take them out of the room to answer them. That way you can still keep in touch with your customers without disturbing the other members on the course.
We get a good response from people who attend the courses with over 95% of attendees rating them good or excellent. Typical comments include:-
"the course is packed with useful information ... the whole atmosphere was relaxed and fun." - Roger Bisby
"Great course, good trainer, relaxed, friendly atmosphere" TB - Developer, London
"Enjoyed the training very much - thanks" JM - Screeder, Glasgow
"Very personable and competent trainer; helpful, knowledgeable and patient. Training system rigs very helpful to the course. Will make future installations much easier." SA - Plumber, West Midlands
"Course covered all areas well and will help me give comprehensive answers to my customers. Harry, the trainer, was very professional and very knowledgeable about your products and their application." SM - Heating Engineer, Cornwall
