F-Gas Category 1 – New Entrant
These regulated RQF qualifications are for learners that carry out work in the refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump sectors with fluorinated greenhouse gasses.
F-Gas Category 1 – New Entrant
10 day course
The course will expect you to have basic hand & pipework skills. For us to accept you on the programme, we need to see some auditable evidence of working with plumbing/gas/oil/solid fuel/electrical systems.
This is an awarding body requirement.
With demand for qualified air conditioning and refrigeration engineers continuing to grow, now is the perfect time to gain the industry-recognised qualification that employers are looking for.
🛠️ Heating Engineers
🔥 Gas Engineers
🚿 Plumbers
⚡ Electricians
🛠️ Experienced Tradespeople looking to expand their practical skills
📚 Anyone with existing practical experience looking to develop new skills and enter the HVAC/R industry
… our experienced trainers will guide you through both the practical and theory elements required to achieve your qualification with confidence.
Why choose Tungsten Training Centre?
✅ Experienced industry trainers
✅ Hands-on practical training
✅ Modern, fully equipped training facilities
✅ Small class sizes for personalised support
✅ Convenient Brighton location
What You’ll Learn
✔ Basic working principles of Split AC/HP Systems
✔ Pipework fabrication and brazing
✔ Installation of systems
✔ Strength and tightness testing
✔ Evacuation and dehydration
✔ Adjusting refrigerant charge
✔ Commissioning/performance testing
✔ Basic electrical circuit testing requirements
✔ Fault finding and diagnostic procedures
✔ Preventative and reactive maintenance procedures
Why Gain Your F-Gas Qualification?
✔ Expand into the rapidly growing air conditioning and heat pump sector
✔ Offer additional services to existing customers
✔ Increase your earning potential
✔ Meet legal requirements for working with fluorinated refrigerants
✔ Gain an industry-recognised qualification that employers value
- 📅 Date: 18th of January
- 🕑 Duration: 10 days
- 📍 Location: Freeman House, Ellen Street, Portslade, Brighton, BN41 1DW
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the F-Gas Category 1 - New Entrant Course for?
The course will expect you to have basic hand & pipework skills. For us to accept you on the programme, we need to see some auditable evidence of working with plumbing/gas/oil/solid fuel/electrical systems.
This is an awarding body requirement.
Can I undertake basic hand skills and pipework under supervision and use this work as documented evidence to demonstrate the required competence to the awarding body?
What's the difference between F-Gas Category 1 Initial and F-Gas Category 1 New Entrant?
We offer two courses that lead to an F-Gas Category 1 certification: Initial Category 1 and New Entrant Category 1. Which one you choose depends on your existing refrigeration/air-conditioning experience.
If you’re already experienced in Building Engineering Services but have never taken F-Gas, an Initial Category 1 course is likely the best route for you. If you’re starting out in the trade, New Entrant is generally the more appropriate route.
Is assessment included?
Yes. The required qualification assessments are included within the course package unless otherwise stated when booking.
Where is the course delivered?
Is the £2,495 + VAT price fully inclusive of training, practical and theory assessments, certification and course materials, or are there any additional fees?
Are there any prerequisites, reading or preparation you would recommend before attending, particularly as I am new to refrigeration?
The course fee includes a textbook, this will be available for collection around 8 weeks prior to the 1st day of the course.
Upon completing the course, would I be fully qualified to install and service air conditioning units in domestic properties?
Yes, subject to you registering your business f-gas certification pricing
How soon after completing the course would we be able to start installing units?
LCL have a service level agreement of 15 working days, so around a maximum of 3 weeks after course completion and subject to you registering your company f-gas certification pricing
Secure Your Spot
Your booking will be confirmed once your deposit has been received.