Become an Approved Training Centre

The CIPHE’s Approved Training Centre (ATC) status recognises excellence in training in the plumbing and heating industry. The accreditation is a strong endorsement of the standard of training that a college/training centre offers.

Advantages for the college/training Provider

• Access to program supporting materials from over 150 industry manufacturers and suppliers
• Agreed partner marketing plan with CIPHE
• Engagement with local plumbers/employers and manufacturers to market technical events/courses/apprentices to a wide audience
• Professional representation in matters concerning education and training
• Arrangement of press coverage and social media activities to raise the profile allied to college events/awards
• Promoted on the CIPHE website as an ‘Approved Training Centre’
• Plaque stating that the college has attained ‘Approved Training Centre Status’ from the CIPHE

Advantages for the trainer/lecturer

• Reduced cost of CIPHE membership on an individual basis as a CIPHE Recognised Trainer
• Provision of plumbing/heating Continuing Professional Development
• Access to training material
• Use of the CIPHE’s e-learning platform

Advantages for the learner

• Free funded membership for one year, providing access to P&H Engineering and course supporting learning opportunities
• Free access to CIPHE’s e-learning platform and revision package for learners
• Access to bursaries through the Worshipful Company of Plumbers
• Development of career pathway through Apprentice, Journeyman and Master Plumber awards
• Access to Branch Awards and technical events
• Promotion of ATC students and apprentices for recruitment and placements across industry
• Access to discounted courses through the CIPHE’s Industrial Associate Supporters

For more information about ATCs and to enrol your training centre please contact the Membership Department - membership@ciphe.org.uk