Bradley Hopwood is a self-employed heating engineer operating in the plumbing & gas sector across Cheshire and Warrington. With a strong technical background, Bradley sought to expand his service offerings to align with industry trends and the increasing demand for renewable energy solutions.
Skills Bootcamp Experience
In July 2024, Bradley enrolled in the Skills Bootcamp in Air Source Heat Pump Installation & Design. This intensive course provided him with the necessary knowledge and hands-on experience to design and install heat pump systems. By the end of August 2024, he had successfully completed the program, equipping him with essential skills such as performing heat loss calculations to determine the correct heat pump size for different properties.
Career Impact and Growth
Since completing the course, Bradley has:
- Applied his knowledge – Conducting heat loss calculations to ensure optimal system performance. And that the unit is correctly sized.
- Gained practical experience – Successfully working in a team to install his first heat pump system, which went smoothly.
- Built a professional network – Formed an installation team with other tradespeople, leading to new private customer opportunities.
- Expanded his business prospects – Opened doors to new work, with increasing demand for heat pump installations.
Future Outlook
Looking into the future with the UK government’s push towards phasing out gas and oil heating systems, Bradley anticipates a growing need for heat pump installations. He sees this transition as a significant opportunity to expand his newly gained expertise in heat pumps and is expected to play a crucial role in his future workload, making this upskilling highly beneficial.
Conclusion
Bradley’s journey demonstrates the value of continuous learning and adapting to industry changes. By upskilling through the Skills Bootcamp in Air Source Heat Pump Installation & Design, he has not only expanded his technical capabilities but also created new business opportunities, setting himself up for long-term success in the evolving energy sector.
“A number of doors have now opened for me, and with the government push away from gas and oil appliances, I can see heat pumps becoming a big part of my work.” – Bradley Hopwood
Find out more about the Skills Bootcamp in Air Source Heat Pump Installation & Design by visiting the dedicated website page or speaking to the team on 01785 562146.
