• An overview of the Level 3 Domestic Gas Operative Apprenticeship and occupational standard.

• The thinking behind the curriculum structure, sequencing and delivery model.

• How apprentices develop the technical knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours required within the industry.

• Installation, commissioning, servicing, maintenance and repair of domestic gas appliances and systems.

• Gas safety legislation, regulations, industry standards and compliance requirements. 

• Safe working practices, risk assessments, fault diagnosis and emergency procedures.

• Developments in domestic heating systems, energy efficiency and emerging low-carbon technologies.

• Employer feedback on apprentice competence, workplace readiness and End-Point Assessment (EPA) preparation.

• Opportunities for employers to play a greater role in work-based learning, technical updates and curriculum enhancement.

• Future industry trends and how apprenticeship training should evolve to meet employer demand.

Employers play a vital role in shaping apprenticeship programmes that genuinely prepare learners for employment.

This event brings together our staff, responsible for curriculum design and delivery, with employers who understand the realities of today's domestic gas industry.

The aim is to have open discussions about:

• Emerging technologies entering the market.
• Changes in domestic heating systems.
• Skills shortages and recruitment challenges.
• Customer expectations.
• Regulatory and legislative developments.
• Practical workplace skills apprentices need from day one.

These conversations will directly support ongoing curriculum improvements, ensuring apprentices graduate with up-to-date technical knowledge and industry-relevant skills.