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Natural Gas

Operate on gas appliances, service boilers and identify faults, and design hot water heating systems, in Natural Gas sector.

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F-Gas

All of our F-Gas courses are taught by experienced technicians, who have a huge amount of industry knowledge.

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Renewables

The Green & Renewable sector is here to stay. For existing heating and plumbing engineers, training takes less than a week.

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Choose from our range of industry-leading heating engineer training courses.

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Viva Training Academy
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VIVA Training delivers first-class building services courses, for heating installers, new entrants and RACHP engineers.

Based in Halifax, Yorkshire, we provide a range of gas qualifications, designed for both experienced engineers who need to keep their ACS up to date and career changers looking to upskill or start something completely different.

We also offer LPG, F Gas certification and a variety of supporting qualifications.

By combining high quality training delivered by industry experts, purpose-built in-centre workshops and experience in the field, our learners leave Viva skilled and ready to hit the ground running.

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Why Choose VIVA Training?

Our purpose-built training facility is slap-bang in the middle of the UK in the beautiful if no a little rainy Halifax, Yorkshire.

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Looking for a career change?

Becoming a gas engineer couldn’t be simpler.

All our courses are designed around YOU the learner. Our New Entrants Gas Learning Programme breaks down the learning into manageable bit-size chunks with a real emphasis on practical, hands-on learning. Working to develop your skills in a safe and supportive environment.

Our Gas Training Course takes 26 Weeks (6 months) to complete. In this time you will be introduced to the industry, learn the theory, develop your practical skills in-centre, and continue to grow your knowledge and experience out of placements.

Qualifying as a fully fledged Gas Engineer opens doors to work with industry leaders like British Gas, start your own Gas based business, and service/repair the appliances you qualify with.

At VIVA we have one of the largest returning customer bases in the UK because we care about your learning and development, not only during your courses but after into your professional career. Get in touch and find out why so many people enter the trades with VIVA Training.

Our new entrants gas course is perfect for plumbers looking to learn new skills and as a new trade to their company as well as people with prior knowledge including ex-armed forces and mature learners.

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What our Customers Say

Brendan FisherBrendan Fisher ★★★★★ ASHP course - Very good Will definitely be back for more coursesjamie wynnjamie wynn ★★★★★ Very good course good tutor and learned more than I thought I would.Faz RamzanFaz Ramzan ★★★★★ Great company very informative and very detailed training on air source heat pumps. Tutor was very good and very helpful all the wayPhil HarrisPhil Harris ★★★★★ Top guys and great placeAndrew TimminsAndrew Timmins ★★★★★ Great training great experience would recommendShane AbbottShane Abbott ★★★★★ john ashworthjohn ashworth ★★★★★ Adela MarchisAdela Marchis ★★★★★ Very professional team!Response from the ownerThank you for your 5🌟review, it is appreciated Adela Warren RobinsonWarren Robinson ★★★★★ Great course, trainer clearly implemented his knowledge to the class making it clear an understandableDepher CIC Community PlumbingDepher CIC Community Plumbing ★★★★★ Absolutely wonderful training, very informative and excellent experienceSimon HelliwellSimon Helliwell ★★★★★ Aaron HallAaron Hall ★★★★★ Completed my ASHP at viva training. Great atmosphere, trainer very knowledgeable and easy going. Would highly recommend this place. Will definitely be back for any further or on going training.Emmerson MontgomeryEmmerson Montgomery ★★★★★ Tom SewellTom Sewell ★★★★★ Did the heat pump installation course. Really good and informative. Free brews as well!DD ★★★★★ Well worth the journey from London! Thank you Roy you have answered many of my questions I have had for many years. Can’t thank you enough for passing on the knowledge which will massively improve me as an engineer for years to come.DavidOzzie OsborneOzzie Osborne ★★★★★ Amazing course with very knowledgeable trainers. Would 100% recommend viva training & I’ll be coming back for further training myself in the near futurecraig biggscraig biggs ★★★★☆ Really informative, staff are friendly and helpful, I would say there is a lot to take in but would recommend viva to any one who wants to start doing the f gas and air source , as you will have a better understanding of how systems work, thankyou viva it’s been emotional 😁👌🏽👍🏽🤩qasim akramqasim akram ★★★★★ Great place for training with really good facilities. Great communication from admin staff to trainers made the whole process very smooth. Recommended.mohammad ashfaqmohammad ashfaq ★★★★★ I came back to do heat pump training ,I already did my gas safe with viva training academy. They been fantastic .would recommend highly.Corey RickwoodCorey Rickwood ★★★★★ Brilliant ASHP course. Excellent training.Lee DowlingLee Dowling ★★★★★ Brilliant course. Very informative. Excellent tutor.Highly recommendedA zzz. HazardA zzz. Hazard ★★★★★ Attended ASHP training! Great training and great facilitiesmichael sagarmichael sagar ★★★★★ Brilliant course, very informativeAndy LehanAndy Lehan ★★★★★ Training on ashpGreat course Peter has been fantastic with the training explained everything clearHighly recommendAndrew lehanAndy BattsAndy Batts ★★★★★ Well what can I say, if you need any of the training I highly recommend viva,Very knowledgeable trainers and great venue. 5*****Mark Foy-RoseMark Foy-Rose ★★★★★ Great centre for learning and development. 👍Lee DilworthLee Dilworth ★★★★★ Fantastic course just completed ASHP and water regs. Brilliant team and facilities.BernardBernard ★★★★★ Just recently completed a fault finding course with the ever knowledgeable Roy Fugler.I honestly cannot rate this training centre and Roy highly enough!I completed my ACS training with them over two years ago and they were my number one choice when I decided to expand my knowledge around the inner workings of a boiler and how to diagnose the issues that often arise.I will have to re-sit my ACS again in a few years and there’s only one place I’ll be going. It’s VIVA all the way!Liam HudsonLiam Hudson ★★★★★ Would highly recommend. Lovely staff and knowledgable tutorsdave hargravedave hargrave ★★★★★ Excellent trainingResponse from the ownerThank you for taking the time to post a review for VIVA Training. It was great to have you on the Boiler Fault finding course and we are thrilled to receive your feedback! M Shafait (Plumbserve)M Shafait (Plumbserve) ★★★★★ Excellent fault finding course delivered by Roy, highly recommend.Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to post a review for VIVA Training. It was great to have you on the Boiler Fault finding course and we are thrilled to receive your feedback! Mark ChamberlainMark Chamberlain ★★★★★ Brilliant training, I will definitely be back to do my air source heat pump courseResponse from the ownerThank you for taking the time to post a review for VIVA Training. It was great to have you on the Boiler Fault finding course and we are thrilled to receive your feedback! Robert SharpRobert Sharp ★★★★★ I would just like to say a big thank you to you and all the training staff, you were all absolutely brilliant , very helpful and the facilities were excellent too. I’ll definitely be back at some point to do the boiler fault finding course and hopefully cookers and fires next year .Once again thanks for everything.Kind regards RobResponse from the ownerIt was a pleasure to put you through your ACS. Wish you all the best in your career and look forward to seeing you back in centre for the fault finding course 🔥 damon halshawdamon halshaw ★★★★★ I attended the course with small knowledge of breakdowns and limited use of a multi meter, by the end of the 3 days I was able to identify faults and prove failed components with relative ease.Response from the ownerHi Damon,Thank you for sharing your excellent five-star review! We're thrilled to hear that our Boiler Fault Finding course was able to significantly improve your knowledge and skills in identifying faults and failed components.At VIVA Training, we're passionate about providing high-quality training experiences to help our participants excel in their careers. Your positive feedback and appreciation are greatly valued and motivate us to continue delivering top-notch training.Thank you for choosing VIVA Training, and we look forward to assisting you with any future training needs!Warm Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Liam CaswellLiam Caswell ★★★★★ Did Ashp course, water regs and unvented hot water courses, fantastic place, very knowledgeable and friendly staff, learnt a lot, would deffo come back here for any more training in future.Response from the ownerHi Liam,Thanks for the amazing five-star review! We're delighted you had a fantastic experience in the ASHP course and appreciated our knowledgeable, friendly staff. Your enthusiasm fuels our passion for delivering top-notch training.We'd be thrilled to welcome you back for future courses. Remember, we're here to support your growth. Keep shining, and see you soon!Kind regardsAll the Team at VIVA Training Bradley LewisBradley Lewis ★★★★★ Studied air source course aswell as gas , both brilliant , very informative and helpful also took the water regs and unvented cylinder , this was also very informative and gave a great insight into the industryResponse from the ownerHi Bradley,Thank you for your outstanding five-star review! We're thrilled that you found both the Air Source Heat Pump and Gas courses to be brilliant, informative, and helpful. Your success is our top priority, and your kind words are a testament to our team's dedication.As you excel in the renewables and gas industries, remember that we're here to support you. If you need anything, don't hesitate to reach out.Wishing you a bright and prosperous future!Kind regardsAll the Team at VIVA Ryan NaylorRyan Naylor ★★★★★ Completed a air source heat pump course at viva training, the staff and resources are brilliant, would highly recommend.Response from the ownerHi Adam,Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic five-star review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience during our Boiler Fault Finding course and would highly recommend it.At VIVA Training, we're passionate about providing high-quality training experiences to help our participants excel in their careers. Your positive feedback and appreciation mean a lot to us and motivate us to continue delivering top-notch training.Thank you for choosing VIVA Training, and we look forward to assisting you with any future training needs!Warm Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Peter CalvertPeter Calvert ★★★★★ Been on the air source heat pump course excellent training excellent tutors well educatedResponse from the ownerHi Peter,Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with our Air Source Heat Pump Course. We are delighted to receive your five-star review and to learn that you found the training and our tutors to be exceptional.Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment. Your kind words and satisfaction with the course serve as a testament to their hard work and expertise.As you continue to explore and excel in the renewables industry, please remember that our team is here to support you. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to us at any time.We appreciate your endorsement and look forward to the opportunity to serve you in the future.Wishing you the best of luck in your endeavours in the world of renewable energy.Warm regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Holly BarberHolly Barber ★★★★★ Excellent training at VIVA Training, completed the Air Source Heat Pump Training course. The trainers are brilliant, made it fun too.Response from the ownerHi Holly,Thank you for your five-star review and for sharing your positive experience with our Air Source Heat Pump Training course at VIVA Training. We are thrilled to hear that you found the training to be excellent and that our trainers were able to create a dynamic and engaging learning atmosphere.Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional education and fostering an environment that not only supports professional growth but also encourages enjoyment throughout the learning process. Your kind words and satisfaction with the course are a testament to our trainers' expertise and commitment.As you continue your journey in the renewables industry, please know that we are here to support you every step of the way. If you have any questions or need further assistance, do not hesitate to reach out to us.We appreciate your endorsement and look forward to the opportunity to serve you in the future.Wishing you continued success in the world of renewable energy. Ethan GarnerEthan Garner ★★★★★ Just done the air source course, brilliant staff and resources! Fully recommend 👌🏼Response from the ownerWe appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us regarding the Air Source Heat Pump Course. It was our pleasure to have you as a participant, and we trust that the knowledge and skills you have gained will contribute significantly to your success in the renewables industry.As we continue to strive for excellence in delivering professional training, your feedback is invaluable. We are committed to fostering an environment that encourages growth and development, and your enthusiasm to embrace the world of renewable energy is truly inspiring.Thank you once again for choosing our course, and we look forward to supporting your journey in the renewables sector. Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.Wishing you all the best in your future endeavours.Warm regards, james faircloughjames fairclough ★★★★★ Response from the ownerHi James,Thank you for the outstanding five-star review! We appreciate your support and are glad to know that our training met your expectations. Feedback like yours drives us to improve and deliver exceptional courses continuously.As you continue your journey, remember that we are here to support your growth and development. If you need any assistance or have questions, feel free to reach out to us.Wishing you continued success and looking forward to serving you in the future!Kind RegardsAll the Team at VIVA Training Reece WilliamsReece Williams ★★★★★ Excellent training brilliant course highly recommend to anyone wanting to develop there skills in a professional environmentResponse from the ownerHi Reece,Thank you for your fantastic five-star review and for sharing your experience with our 3-day Boiler Fault Finding Course. We're thrilled to hear that you found the training to be excellent and the course beneficial for skill development in a professional environment.Our team at VIVA Training is dedicated to providing top-notch education and fostering a supportive atmosphere to help our participants grow and succeed. Your recommendation is a testament to our team's commitment and hard work.As you continue to excel in your career, remember that we are here to support you. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.Wishing you continued success in your professional journey.Kind Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Lee CollinsLee Collins ★★★★★ Excellent course, great training staff and great facilities. I’ll definitely use again for our future training needsResponse from the ownerHi Lee,Thanks for the awesome five-star review! We're delighted that our 3-day Boiler Fault Finding Course, training staff, and facilities exceeded your expectations. Your enthusiasm empowers us to keep delivering top-notch training experiences.We're excited to have you back for future training needs. Remember, we're here to support your growth and success. Keep rocking, and see you soon!Kind Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Hector BracamonteHector Bracamonte ★★★★★ Very good!Response from the ownerHi Hectre,Thanks for the superb five-star review on our 3-day Boiler Fault Finding Course! We're thrilled to hear that you found it very good, and we appreciate your positive feedback.As you continue to excel, remember that the VIVA Training team is always here to support and empower you. Keep up the great work, and we look forward to serving you in the future!Kind Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Faiz ul HaqFaiz ul Haq ★★★★★ I have just pass my ACS exam at viva training academy and I really enjoyed and learn a lot because of the best training coach of the country the legend sir Roy,Sir pete and sir Russ ,thanks viva to bring me in gas industry and give me opportunity to learn about the gas ,definitely will join for future courses.Response from the ownerThank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your positive experience at Viva Training Academy! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your ACS exam preparation with our esteemed trainers, Sir Roy, Sir Pete, and Sir Russ. They take great pride in sharing their knowledge and expertise to ensure your success in the gas industry.We appreciate your recommendation and are excited to welcome you back for future courses. Our team will always be here to support your professional growth and development. Once again, congratulations on passing your ACS exam, and we wish you all the best in your gas industry career!Warm regards,The Viva Training Academy Team Usra KhawajaUsra Khawaja ★★★★★ It was great experience with viva and feel confident after pass the practical exam ,would love to announce that the whole journey was hassle free because had placement straightaway also met a legend Allen Hart today 😅Response from the ownerHi there,Congratulations on passing your exams and completing the Gas Engineering course at VIVA Training! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us and feel confident moving forward in your career.It's fantastic that your journey was seamless, and we're delighted to have been a part of it. We appreciate your glowing endorsement, and it's always exciting to hear about our students meeting the legendary Allan Hart!Thank you for sharing your five-star experience, and we're honoured to have played a role in your professional development. Remember, we're always here to support your growth and success. Keep shining and conquer new heights!Kind Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Dean HorsfallDean Horsfall ★★★★★ Great team.Very helpful 👌Response from the ownerHi Dean,Thank you for choosing VIVA Training for your Gas Engineering ACS Reassessments! We're thrilled to receive your five-star review and to hear that our team made a positive impact on your experience.We take pride in our team's dedication to providing exceptional training and support, and your kind words truly mean a lot to us. As you continue your journey in the gas engineering field, remember that we're always here to help and support your growth.Keep up the great work, and we look forward to assisting you with any future training needs!Kind Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Simon CowburnSimon Cowburn ★★★★★ Outstanding training and support from a great team. ThanksResponse from the ownerHi Simon,We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience during your Gas Engineering ACS Reassessment at VIVA Training! Receiving your five-star review and positive feedback means a great deal to us.Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch training and support, and we're glad that we could deliver on that promise for you. As you continue on your professional journey, remember that we're always here to support and empower you.Thank you for choosing VIVA Training, and keep up the fantastic work!Kind Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Khalid ShenvariKhalid Shenvari ★★★★★ I went for my MET1 training with Viva Training Academy. They have a great setup in place. Richard the trainer is highly knowledgeable and explains things in simple terms. They have a boiler repair training course which I would want to do in the near future.I would recommend the training centre to anyone wanting to do their ACS initial or Reassessment.Response from the ownerHi Khalid,Thank you for your fantastic five-star review and for sharing your experience with our MET1 training at VIVA Training Academy. We're delighted to hear that you found our setup and Richard's training to be of high quality.Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we're thrilled to have made a positive impact on your professional journey. We look forward to welcoming you back for the boiler repair training course in the near future.Keep up the great work, and remember that we're always here to support your growth and success in the industry.Kind Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training Eduard LenaEduard Lena ★★★★★ Great environment and very welcoming. Mike and Pete were fantastic. Great knowledges. Many thanks to them both.Response from the ownerHi Eduard,Thank you for sharing your five-star experience with our Boiler Fault Finding course at VIVA Training! We're delighted to hear that you found our environment welcoming and the training provided by Mike and Pete to be fantastic.Your kind words and appreciation mean a lot to us, and we're honoured to have played a role in your professional development. As you continue to excel in your career, remember that our team is always here to support and empower you.Keep up the fantastic work, and we look forward to assisting you with any future training needs!Kind Regards,All the Team at VIVA Training js_loader
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