Get Ready for 2026: Our New Course Dates Are Here!

David Lambert • 1 September 2025

We know 2026 feels like ages away, but our courses do fill up fast

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YAY! Good news day - our 2026 course dates have just gone live, and you can start booking right now!


At Gas Training & Assessment, we understand that planning ahead is crucial for busy professionals.


The time is here; you can now select your preferred dates on our industry-leading courses well in advance, ensuring you can fit professional development seamlessly into your schedule.


What's on offer for 2026?

Pretty much everything you'd expect from us, really.


We've got all the usual suspects lined up, plus a few extras we think you'll find useful.


The big hitters are all there - your IGQ New Entrants course (that's still the full 26-week programme), all the gas refresher training, LPG courses, and of course the F-Gas qualification that everyone seems to need these days.


Heat pumps are still massive, so we've made sure there are plenty of Air Source Heat Pump courses scheduled. Ground source training too, if that's more your thing.


The demand for these just keeps growing, and honestly, it's not slowing down anytime soon.


For the plumbing and heating side of things, we've got G3 Unvented Systems, Underfloor Heating, Oil Boiler Maintenance, and all the WRAS Water Regulations training.


Plus loads more - the full list would probably bore you to tears, but it's all there.

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Why book now instead of waiting?


We know 2026 feels like ages away. But our courses fill up fast. Really fast.


And we're not just saying that to pressure you into booking.


Last year, we had people calling in January trying to get on courses that were already full until March.


That's not fun for anyone. Book early, and you get your pick of dates. Simple as that.


Plus, if you're running a business or planning your year ahead, knowing exactly when your training is sorted takes one thing off your plate.


Your accountant will probably thank you for getting the budget sorted early too.


Same high standards, same approach

We're not changing what works. Small classes, experienced trainers who actually know what they're talking about, and proper hands-on training.


No death by PowerPoint here.


Our trainers have been doing this stuff for years.


They've been out there getting their hands dirty, dealing with real problems, and they bring all that experience into the classroom.


Makes a difference, trust us.


We're still keeping our prices stable too. In a world where everything seems to cost more each year, we think that matters.


Ready to get booked in?


Give us a ring on 01268 727797. Sally and the team will sort you right out.


If you can't see exactly the dates you need on the website, just ask. We can often squeeze in extra courses if there's enough demand. We're pretty flexible like that.


The phone's always busy first thing Monday morning (everyone seems to have the same idea about getting organised for the week), so if you can't get through straight away, try again or leave a message and we'll get back to you the same day.


Don't leave it too long

Seriously, the popular courses go fast.


The IGQ New Entrants programme, especially - we only run so many of those each year, and they fill up quickly.


Heat pump courses are mentally busy too.


Everyone wants to get qualified on those at the moment, and who can blame them? The work's out there.


So if you've been thinking about getting some training done next year, now's the time to get it sorted.


Future you will definitely thank present you for being organised.


We're based in Basildon, Essex, and we've been doing this for over 25 years now. IGEM registered, UK Certification Ltd approved, Gas Safe and OFTEC approved courses. All the boring but important stuff is covered.


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David Lambert - Author

If you have a question about this or any of our blogs, or training courses then please do not hesitate to get in touch. 

We will always try and answer your question quickly and professionally. 
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