Dates: From September 2026
Duration: 1 Day Course
Cost: £250
Unvented hot water systems are now widely used in modern domestic properties, offering improved water pressure and efficient hot water delivery. As these systems operate under pressure, it is essential that installers understand the legal requirements, safety standards, and correct installation and maintenance procedures.
This Domestic Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems (UVHW) course at the Bucks Green Energy Skills Hub is designed for plumbing and heating professionals who want to gain the recognised qualification required to install, commission, service and maintain unvented hot water systems safely and compliantly.
Whether you’re looking to expand your qualifications, meet industry requirements or upskill your workforce, this course provides practical and industry-relevant training backed by recognised certification.
- Course Overview
Competency in unvented hot water systems is an essential qualification for modern plumbing and heating engineers.
This one-day course provides learners with the knowledge and practical understanding required to work safely and effectively with domestic unvented hot water storage systems. The programme covers installation, commissioning, servicing, fault finding and legal responsibilities in line with current industry standards.
- Learning Outcomes
Successful candidates will:
- Gain an understanding of unvented hot water system theory
- Learn the different types of unvented hot water installations
- Understand legal responsibilities and industry regulations
- Develop knowledge of safety controls and system components
- Learn installation techniques and best practices
- Gain commissioning and servicing knowledge
- Develop fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
- Understand operative registration requirements and good practice standards
- Gain certification demonstrating competence in UVHW systems
- Entry Requirements
Learners must hold one of the following:
- Appropriate NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or 3, BTEC, or equivalent qualification
- OR An appropriate industry registration such as Gas Safe Register, ACS, OFTEC 105E, or equivalent
- OR A minimum of two years industry experience in domestic heating and hot water system installation, supported by employer or industry witness testimony
- OR A minimum of two years experience in the design and advice of domestic heating and hot water systems, supported by employer or industry witness testimony
- Assessment
You will be assessed through a multiple choice paper exam and practical assessment.
- Certification
NICEIC Certificate of Competence will be issued to successful learners and is valid for five years.
- FAQs
Who needs an Unvented Hot Water qualification?
Any engineer installing, servicing or maintaining unvented hot water systems should hold a recognised UVHW qualification.
Can I resit the exam?
Yes, and resits are free.
