Scheme Information
All Managed Learning Programmes (MLP) that lead to Gas Safe Register comply with the requirements of IGEM/IG/1 Standards of training in gas work. ERS has developed Managed Learning Programmes for New Entrants into the industry.
Depending upon the entry route and chosen programme, the duration of the MLP will be a minimum of 6 months and will require attendance at the centre along with gaining and documenting onsite experience under the supervision of a Gas Safe Registered engineer
On successful completion of the training, portfolio and assessment, candidates who are issued with an ERS Managed Learning Programme certificate can then apply to undertake relevant ACS assessments which are recognised by Gas Safe Register for registration purposes. The entry routes available are as follows:
- Domestic Gas Safety (D1)
- Commercial Gas Safety (C1)
- Commercial Catering Gas Safety (CC1)
- Domestic Meter Installers Gas Safety (DMI1)
- LPG Safety Leisure Sector (LAV1)
- LPG Safety Boats (B1)
- LPG Safety External Pipework (LPG EP1)
- LPG Safety External Pipework & Emergency Repair (LPG EP2)
Pre-Requisites
New Entrants WITH Relevant Experience or Qualifications:
- you will hold a recognised qualification in the mechanical services engineering sector
- you will be required to undertake onsite training and provide work-based portfolio of evidence gained under the supervision of a Gas Safe Registered installer, along with submission of evidence of experienced gained which should detail precisely the type, range and volume of gas work carried out
- you will be required to undertake training at an ERS Approved Centre
- you will be required to complete MLP assessments
- your training and onsite evidence may be reduced depending upon qualifications held and experience evidence submitted, this will be discussed during a technical interview at the centre
New Entrants WITHOUT Experience or Qualifications:
- you will be new to the gas industry and will be without a recognised qualification or experience
- you will be required to undertake onsite training and provide work-based portfolio of evidence gained under the supervision of a Gas Safe Registered installer
- you will be required to undertake training at an ERS Approved Centre
- you will be required to complete MLP assessments
Assessment Information
Assessments will consist of a combination of practical and theory examinations.
Expiry Information
Certificates are valid for 5 years. On successful completion of the training, portfolio and assessment, candidates who are issued with an ERS Managed Learning Programme certificate can then apply to undertake relevant ACS assessments.
Further Information
This information is intended to provide an overview of the scheme. For further details of cost, duration and availability, please contact your nearest or preferred centre.