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New gas installer scheme FAQ: Gas qualifications

Will ACS, NVQ and SNVQ qualifications be valid under the new scheme or will installers have to re-train or re-sit exams?

Providing that qualifications are current and recognised as valid under the CORGI scheme, these will be recognised as valid under the new scheme. For installers with current and valid qualifications, there will be no requirement to re-train or re-sit examinations.

Will ACS exist under the new scheme?

Yes. As part of the new scheme HSE required the new scheme provider to undertake a review of the qualification and competency regime. The ACS scheme will therefore continue in place for some time to come.

My qualifications are due for renewal before next April, what should I do?

Installers should continue to renew qualifications as normal. These will be valid under the new scheme.

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