ECTA is the leading provider of
gas, plumbing, electric, smart meter and multi-skilled trade
courses in the UK

Apprenticeships

Looking to take on apprentices or wanting to become one, search our courses to see what's available

Electric Training

18th Edition Wiring Regulations through to more practical electric training for domestic installers

Gas Training

Domestic, Commercial, Catering & LPG, whether you are renewing your ACS, we do it all!

Renewables Training

Solar PV, Solar Thermal, Heat Pumps and Biomass, plus help to get you MCS or Green Deal Accredited

Smart Meter Training

Part of the Government’s green agenda, we offer Power, Gas & Dual Fuel Smart Metering Courses

Water Training

From training on Unvented Cylinders to Legionella Prevention, whether you’re managing or installing

Upcoming Courses

November

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Electrical Vehicle Charging – Experienced Operatives

December

Electric Energy Storage System (Battery Storage)

Standard Domestic Initial ACS Assessment Package

Electrical Vehicle Charging – Experienced Operatives

Standard Domestic ACS Re-Assessment Package

Installation and Maintenance of Heat Pump Systems

Hot Water Systems and Safety (Unvented)

January

Standard Domestic ACS Re-Assessment Package

Hot Water Systems and Safety (Unvented)

Standard Commercial ACS Package

February

Installation and Maintenance of Heat Pump Systems

Installation and Maintenance of Heat Pump Systems

Standard Domestic ACS Re-Assessment Package

Hot Water Systems and Safety (Unvented)

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Welcome to ECTA

Whether you are renewing your ACS qualifications, or are new to the industry, we can help you succeed.

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Why choose ECTA?

East Cheshire Training and Assessment Centre – delivering quality training for engineers in Stockport, Manchester and across the North West. We are always adding new courses too, so if you can’t see what you are looking for, give us a call, we may be able to help!

The course was tough to do, but with excellent trainer and equipment available was enjoyable and the over all atmosphere very friendly.
MR COULTERGas Fitter - Isle of man

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