Learning to install Ground-Source Heat Pump (GSHP) systems will keep you competitive in a market forced to deal with rising energy costs and resource depletion. Installer accreditation enables you to open new markets and offers customers a low-maintenance, economical, and environmentally friendly alternative for their space conditioning needs.
With more than 35 years of experience teaching these workshops, accrediting thousands of installers, and developing the industry standards, IGSHPA has pioneered training in GSHP installation.
Who should attend?
The three day comprehensive Installation Workshops are designed for GSHP installers, contractors, dealers, home builders, manufacturers, distributors, architects, heating cooling mechanical engineers, trenching/water well drilling contractors, and anyone who desires a working knowledge of this innovative technology. Representatives from public utilities, private utilities, and rural electric cooperatives can also benefit from training. Information gathered from the workshops can help utility representatives serve as a source of information regarding money-saving concepts.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of the workshop and passing the IGSHPA installer’s exam, you will be issued IGSHPA accreditation as an installer of GSHP systems.
You will receive an installer’s card and a certificate for 3 years.
Topics
- Design and Material Options
- System Layout
- Pipe Joining Techniques – Hands-on for socket fusion
- Trenching/Drilling Processes
- Air and Debris Purging
- Pressure Drop Calculations
- Pump and Fluid Selection
- Thermal Conductivity
- Start-up, Performance Checking & Troubleshooting
Registration
After you register, you will be sent a registration confirmation, and your reading list and manuals. International students and those registering less than two weeks prior to class will pick up their manuals at the class.
Upcoming Courses
The latest training courses/events are at the IGSHPA Events page. Also check with your WaterFurnace contact person and return here to register. IGSHPA and WaterFurnace are continuing to add new classes.
Registration Links
Accredited Installer Workshop
- Dates: Ongoing (check the IGSHPA Events page)
- Fee: Varies based upon selection of paper or digital materials (see registration form below)
Cancellation policy
The full tuition fee will be refunded if you cancel your registration at least two (2) weeks prior to the first day of the confirmed workshop. The full fee will be charged if you do not attend and do not cancel the registration at least fourteen (14) days before the workshop. You may designate another individual as your substitute.
Note: All courses are subject to cancellation by IGSHPA or WaterFurnace. IGSHPA will give all registrants notice in the event of a course cancellation at least 2 weeks prior to the scheduled date. Contact IGSHPA to verify if a course has been cancelled before making any non-refundable travel arrangements. Materials that are purchased when registering are non-refundable but may be used at a future class.