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Residential Heat Pump Installer Training
More qualified heat pump installers are needed in BC to satisfy growing demands
Demand for heat pumps is on the rise, thanks to climate-conscious homeowners and robust government incentives. That means the demand for high-quality residential heat pump installers is also rising.
Electric heat pumps are outselling gas furnaces for both new and existing homes in British Columbia and across Canada. Rising summer temperatures across the Province mean increased demand for cooling, and homeowners are keen to adopt heat pump technology as a climate-friendly option that improves their comfort by both heating and cooling their homes. Read more about heat pumps on the B2E FAQ page.
Want to become a heat pump installer?
Whether you're new to the industry or already working in the trades, your path to becoming a heat pump installer is tailored to your background. Explore the links below to find the journey that suits you best.
Newcomer to the industry?
If you’re brand new to the construction industry, learn about the skills you need to become a qualified heat pump contractor.
Already working in the trades?
Whether you’re a gasfitter, plumber, or related trade, you already have many transferrable skills that will apply to becoming a heat pump installer. Supplemental training is required to enhance your existing skillset. This training will ensure that you are installing systems that are well-designed, properly-sized for heating demand, installed correctly, and programmed to the homeowners' needs. We’ve developed a heat pump installer training pathways graphic to help you navigate through the training options to help you grow your skills to become a residential heat pump installer. Follow the link below to see the pathways.
Training Providers
Enhance your skills with additional training courses from the following providers:
Interested in pursuing the Red Seal Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic trade? You may be eligible to CHALLENGE the exams. Visit Skilled Trades BC for more information.
Note: The information held on this page is a snapshot of the landscape at this time. It is constantly changing and will be updated as new information becomes available. We also acknowledge that there are multiple pathways to become a heat pump installer, this graphic may not capture every scenario or trade.
