Course overview
Overview
CCN1 is the foundation qualification for engineers wishing to work on domestic natural gas installations and appliances. Whether you are entering the gas industry, renewing existing qualifications or expanding your professional capabilities, this course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to work safely and competently with domestic gas systems.
The programme covers core gas safety legislation, installation standards, tightness testing, purging procedures, combustion principles and emergency actions. Through a combination of classroom learning and practical training, delegates will develop a strong understanding of domestic gas systems and the responsibilities associated with working safely within the industry.
Successful completion of CCN1 provides the core qualification required before progressing onto appliance-specific ACS assessments such as boilers, cookers, fires and water heaters.
Why Choose This Training?
Why this course matters
- Foundation qualification for domestic gas engineers
- Essential prerequisite for further ACS appliance qualifications
- Combines theoretical knowledge with practical application
- Delivered by experienced gas industry professionals
- Develop the confidence to work safely and competently with gas systems
Career Benefits
Where this qualification can take you
CCN1 is the starting point for a career within the domestic gas industry and is recognised throughout the UK as the core qualification for gas engineers. It provides the foundation required to progress onto appliance-specific qualifications and supports a wide range of career opportunities within installation, servicing, maintenance and repair.
Whether you’re entering the industry for the first time or renewing existing competencies, CCN1 helps establish the skills, knowledge and professional credibility needed to build a successful career in the gas and heating sector.
What You’ll Learn?
Practical knowledge for the job.
- Gas safety legislation and industry standards
- Characteristics and properties of natural gas
- Tightness testing and soundness procedures
- Purging and commissioning requirements
- Gas emergency actions and unsafe situations procedures
- Combustion principles and ventilation requirements
- Installation standards and gas pipework requirements
- Meter installations and gas supply systems
- Gas safety documentation and compliance requirements
- Industry best practices for domestic gas work