Courses
This is a QBCC approved online course required for all plumbers who wish to gain an endorsement on their plumbing licence to install solar and heat pump water heating systems.
To complete this course, participants will be required to complete an online assessment.
PLEASE NOTE: A webcam is required to participate in the course.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Unique Student Identifier
Students must also possess a valid USI.
All learners undertaking nationally accredited training must possess a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI). The USI is an individual education number that allows learners to access their training records and results at any time. If learners do not possess a valid USI while undertaking accredited training they will be unable to receive a Statement of Attainment.
Course Delivery
This course is delivered online and is self-paced. Students will be given one month to complete the course.
Course Outcomes
On successful completion of this course learners will be able to evaluate the design, planning, and installation requirements to ensure the safe installation of solar and heat pump water heating systems.
Course Recognition
As this course is non-accredited, on successful completion learners will be issued with a Statement of Completion. The certificate must be presented to the QBCC to have the endorsement added to your licence.
Course Fees
- Members: $375* (GST Inclusive)
- Associate Members: $594* (GST Inclusive)
- Non-members: $660* (GST Inclusive)
* Course subsidies may be available.
MPAQ Member Discount
MPAQ members (excluding associate retired and associate apprentices) are eligible for a discount on MPAQ courses.
In order to access the discount you must fulfil one of the following eligibility requirements:
- You must be a member for at least one year if paying for membership monthly; or
- You must pay for your membership upfront for one year.
Course Subsidies
We are proud to have been selected as one of a core group of registered training organisations (RTO) that will be delivering Construction Skills Queensland-funded training in CSQ’s new training year (from 1 October 2021). We look forward to supporting individuals and businesses to unlock new opportunities in the building and construction industry through training.
Construction Skills Queensland is an independent, not-for-profit, industry-funded body supporting employers, workers, apprentices, trainees, and career seekers in the building and construction industry.
Below is the maximum amount of funding that is available for this unit of competency to eligible participants:
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Unit Name |
Max. Amount Funded |
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Course in Evaluating and Planning the Installation of Solar and Heat Pump Water Systems |
$375.00 |
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Additional Fees
Additional fees may apply for the process of adding the solar and heat pump endorsement to your plumber’s licence. These fees and charges will be incurred from the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) and any issues with these fees should be raised directly with them.
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Industry Standards
The Australian Standards (including all amendments) listed below are required for this course:
MPAQ members get access to nine Australian Standards worth over $2,000 for free!
If you are an MPAQ member, and you have already registered for the online standards, login to SAI global below:
If you haven’t already registered for the online standards, register using the link below. Please note that it takes up to 2 business days from registration to receive access. Only one person from a contracting membership can have access.
If you are not an MPAQ Member, you can purchase the Australia Standards required from SAI Global.
Please ensure you have all of your personal details, including your USI, with you prior to registering for the course to make your enrolment process as quick and easy as possible. Once your registration, payment, and enrolment is complete you will be able to commence the training course immediately. The program used for this online training program runs best on a non-Apple device. Please use Chrome as your internet browser where possible.
To enrol, please click the link at the top of this page.
If you have any questions, call the MPAQ Training Services team on 07 3273 0800.
Please send completed enrolment forms to training@mpaq.com.au.
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