Case Studies/Success Stories
“The investment in our training centre, and longstanding relationship with BPEC, will help our heating engineers continue to thrive as the industry moves towards low-carbon heating solutions.”
Andrew Johnson, Training Director, Ideal Heating
“Since gaining approval for delivery of BPEC Solar PV and EESS learning materials, we’ve had amazing support and proactive response and want to express our sincere thanks to BPEC. We’ve no hesitation in recommending its services. BPEC makes you feel part of the company and inspires you with confidence to deliver its learning materials.”
Colin Harris, Director, All Electrical Training Ltd (AET)
“For us, the major benefit of working with BPEC lies in the help and support we receive. That communication and approachability make a real difference: we know BPEC are there for us, when we need to get things sorted, and we don’t have to wait around. For apprentices, they clearly benefit from a high quality approach and the level of training we can provide. We are putting high-quality trained gas engineers out into the field with the right training and rigorous assessment.”
Mark Hudson, Centre Manager, Stamford Gas Training
Read the full Stamford Gas Training case study here
“A key benefit of working with BPEC is the ongoing support, advice and guidance they provide in terms of getting the apprentices ready for EPA. They offer non-mandatory products that fit seamlessly into our gas engineering apprenticeship standard programme. The BPEC roadmap for EPAs is easy to follow for providers, apprentices and employers.”
Patrick O’Sullivan, Director, Smart Gas Training
Read the full Team Smart Gas case study here
“Our direct involvement with BPEC started with the world’s first Gas Engineering End-point Assessment. Lots of lessons were learnt and with the commitment of BPEC’s team we successfully won through. Building on this experience with our second cohort of Gas Engineering Apprentices, the continued development and preparation work undertaken by BPEC along with the college paid significant dividends – the Gas Engineering EPA ran like a ‘well-oiled machine’, with the candidates commenting that they thoroughly enjoyed the experience and felt they had achieved a successful EPA – a fantastic achievement all round”.
Paul Smoker, Technical & Installation Manager, Team Knowhow
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“For us, the major benefit of working with an international company such as BPEC lies within the help and support we receive. BPEC understands our needs and is always there for us with any of our training needs. Our standards are high and our mission; to support contractors working on the Sovereign Bases (SBAs) on the island as well as local businesses with the very best in training.”
Christina Aradipiotis, Owner & Managing Director, CMS Training Centre, Cyprus
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“Working with BPEC has been an absolute game-changer for our organisation. One of the key benefits we’ve experienced is the exceptional support, advice, and guidance they provide in relation to heat pump courses and qualifications. Their team goes above and beyond to ensure that all five of our centres receive the most up-to-date information and expert insights.”
Marc Youle-Grayling, Optimum Energy Solutions
“Ubbink has recently set up a new training centre in Northampton and the team at BPEC has supported us from the start. They have always been on hand to offer guidance and support on our journey to centre approval. My personal association with BPEC spans many years across multiple industries and it’s been a pleasure engaging with the team this time around. Together Ubbink and BPEC have made a commitment to deliver great training that will engage with all trades and at all levels. Keep up the great work!”
Craig Cundey, UK Ventilation Lead, Ubbink UK
“We’ve had an exceptional experience with BPEC and the support we receive is superb. Their Business Development Manager, Angela Gask, has been a constant source of support, offering invaluable guidance and advice whenever needed. BPEC’s website is incredibly easy to navigate, making it quick to access the information we need. Their service team is efficient, ensuring that manuals are distributed within 48 hours, which is incredibly helpful. Over the past year, we’ve significantly expanded the range of qualifications we offer through BPEC, and this growth is a direct result of their professionalism and support. We’re excited about continuing our partnership and look forward to a long and successful working relationship for many years to come.”
Carol Thorpe, Bicester Construction Skills Centre, Abingdon & Witney College
“Forth Valley College has greatly valued our partnership with BPEC, benefiting from their expertise, high-quality training materials, and commitment to industry standards. Their support has been instrumental in helping us deliver top-tier training to our learners, especially as we add additional renewables provision not only into full time courses, but into our apprenticeship and short course offerings. This ensures that we are continuing to meet local, national and international demand, allowing individuals to develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their careers. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with BPEC to uphold excellence in training and education.”
Harry Hunter, Forth Valley College
“We are delighted to be working with BPEC across several departments in the college. It provides the qualifications across all our plumbing and gas courses for full time students and apprentices as well as courses for external candidates from industry to upskill on new technologies. BPEC has excellent resources to deliver these courses and are very supportive, offering great advice on any issues we have in delivery. Every member of its team is available for a call on the phone or an on-line meeting to solve any issue. I would recommend BPEC to any college or training centre.”
Colin Geoghegan, Plumbing Lead – Apprenticeships, Windsor Forest Group
“Burnley College is proud to have built a strong and enduring relationship with BPEC. The excellent communication, support, and guidance we consistently receive from the BPEC team are invaluable in delivering high-quality training to our students. BPEC’s commitment to supporting both our staff and learners ensures that we maintain the highest standards in the industry. We truly appreciate the collaborative approach, and the strong links between our college and BPEC continue to foster a positive, productive partnership.”
Steve Dobney, Burnley College
“Chesterfield College has worked with BPEC for a significant time and have always found them to be knowledgeable about their products and qualifications. Its support has been invaluable to our business needs. Angela Gask, our Business Development Manager, continually provides invaluable support to us a college which has enabled us to offer new qualifications to employers and students. Garry Glover has supported us with our End-point Assessment process for Apprenticeship delivery, resulting in fantastic outcomes for our Apprentice’s.”
Morag Barrows, Chesterfield College
“We at South Staffs College are proud to be associated with BPEC across several departments. We have just added Air Source, Solar PV, EESS, and Solar Thermal to our portfolio and are in the process of becoming approved for LTH, HW, MLP, ACS and EPA. Whenever advice and guidance was required, all BPEC departments were very helpful and a joy to deal with.”
John Dunn, Gas Centre Manager, South Staffordshire College
“HomeServe Training Academy has been a proud BPEC centre since before I joined in 2021, and in 2025, we remain just as committed. We wholeheartedly recommend BPEC to other training departments. Throughout our journey of developing and enhancing our training and assessment capabilities, BPEC has been an incredible source of support and expertise. Much of what we have implemented, improved, and delivered has been guided by discussions with BPEC’s various departments, each offering invaluable insights into best practices and quality standards.”
Ryan Pearson, Academy Centre Manager, Homeserve
“Having dealt with BPEC previously when delivering Water Regulations and Unvented Hot Water, when the time came to change providers for ACS it made perfect sense to contact BPEC. They guided us through the process and I must thank Jon and the team for their continued support. Thankfully we now have expanded our range to encompass the Gas Managed Learning Programme (MLP) and the full range of Renewable Technologies both Plumbing and Electrical. The whole BPEC team is exceptionally helpful, whether with a direct response or directing you to the appropriate section. Thank you!”
Andy Corbett, Plumbing – Gas Teacher, Shrewsbury College