Applications are open until 5:00 pm on Friday 24 May 2024.
The Victorian Government is funding this grant to support ambitious energy transition targets and increasing industry demand.
The grants enable eligible organisations to deliver training programs in designing and installing energy efficient hot water system heat pumps and energy-efficient plumbing measures to support clients and installations.
Hot water heat pump systems have become the leading choice in energy-efficient electric systems in recent years. They are more efficient compared with conventional electric water heaters, using 60 to 75 per cent less electricity.
Heat pumps require quality and compliant installation to be fit-for-purpose, to meet household needs, and to avoid issues that can compromise the comfort and energy efficiency of a home. In addition to the knowledge and skills needed to design and install heat pumps, the Upskilling for Plumbers training will show participants how to avoid common heat pump installation mistakes and common faults.
The total funding available is $970,000 (excluding GST) over the period 1 June 2024 to 30 June 2025 (or until funds are exhausted).
Funding will be paid based on either session delivery or participant completion, depending on applicable stream as outlined in the Application Guidelines.
Who can apply
Applications for grants to deliver this training are open to organisations, including accredited (via ASQA/ VRQA) and non-accredited organisations, that can demonstrate they can meet the eligibility criteria detailed in the Application Guidelines.
Eligibility criteria detailed in the application guidelines includes:
- ability to deliver energy efficiency and hot water system heat pump training (online and in-person)
- have the required heat pump equipment to support in-person training
- experience and capacity to promote and advertise training to the plumbing industry and generate an ongoing pipeline of students.
See the application guidelines for the full list of eligibility criteria.
Apply for a grant
Applications are open until 5:00 pm on Friday 24 May 2024.
More information
If you require assistance submitting your application online, please email grantsinfo@delwp.vic.gov.au
For more information about this training, email industrytraining@team.solar.vic.gov.au
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