Installation
Best practice installation of air conditioning and heat pump systems.
Design
Sizing and selection of air conditioning and heat pump systems.
Ducted Systems
Sizing and selection of Ducted type air conditioning systems. How to avoid the most common problems with design. How to correctly size and select duct work for domestic heat pump installations.
Customised Training
If you have apprentices or a team of installers that need some content customised to suit your business, we can help.
Service
Techniques to identify a fault with the refrigeration circuit. How to test common components found in modern heat pumps. Fault find problems using electrical wiring diagrams.
Refrigerant Fillers License
Worksafe Approved Certification.
An approved fillers licence is mandatory when filling a recovery tank with refrigerant.
Current Worksafe regulation:
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What we offer
- Master Heat Pump Installation best practice with Skillsure’s Expert Training.
- Join over 2000 students who’ve gained professional trade relevant HVAC skills since 2020.
- Learn directly from a seasoned expert with 40+ years of practical experience in heat pumps and air conditioning including over 20 years as a HVAC technical industry trainer.
- Hands on practical work with all the specialist tools used in HVAC installation. Learn the correct and safe way and how to prevent issues with incorrect use.
Our intensive 3-day installers course provides extensive hands-on practice, including complete live heat pump installations.
You’ll gain crucial knowledge on Installation | Selection & Sizing | Specialist Tools Use | New Pipe Jointing Systems (Inc Purge Brazing) | Commissioning, and Troubleshooting, plus receive useful printed resources like the EECA Good Practice Guide & exclusive step by step guides for all the practical content covered.
Plus get a FREE 12-month website members access including subscription to our exclusive heat pump selection app, now with integrated technical data from leading NZ brands! This is a major time saver and is very popular with users. Invest and grow your business, enroll with a Skillsure training course today.Â
See what our satisfied graduates have to say in the testimonials section below!
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Industry Standard Training
Each Skillsure course has been created to meet industry standards. Content is constantly updated to meet the ever changing HVAC industry.
One on one guidance
We understand people have their own unique learning styles and some require more help along the way than others. As part of the learning process your tutor will work with you to try and ensure you understand each part of the course.
Industry Recognised Certifications
After successful completion of a Skillsure Academy course you will receive a certificate. This can be used to prove you have attended and been successful in the course.


"We teach everything you need, for the job you're actually doing"
About Me:
Elevate Your HVAC-R Skills – Enrol on one of our a courses today.
With over four decades of field experience including over 20 years as a technical trainer, I provide expert guidance to help you and your business thrive in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry.
My Experience For 40+ years, I’ve specialised in the installation, service, and diagnostics of a diverse range of refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump systems. My hands-on work with leading manufacturers ensures my training is current, relevant, and grounded in real-world application.
My Commitment to You For the last 22 years, my focus has been on professional training. I am passionate about helping skilled technicians advance their careers and empowering businesses to achieve superior performance and efficiency.
Qualifications & Credentials My expertise is backed by comprehensive, industry-leading certifications:
City & Guilds in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
City & Guilds FGAS
City & Guilds in Recovery & Handling of Flammable Refrigerants
- WorkSafe NZ Compliance Certifier (Approved Fillers Gas Cylinders)
Full Member of the Institute of Refrigeration (IOR)
Full Member of IRACE New Zealand
Plus many other industry related qualifications.
Let’s Build Your Success I’m ready to share my extensive experience with you or your team. Contact me today to discuss how we can achieve your business goals and unlock new opportunities.

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🎉 News & Updates
Upcoming Courses - October 2025 SELLING FAST!
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Christchurch Refrigerant Fillers License Course
Location: TOTALINE, Christchurch
Date: October 6, 2025 (8:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
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Auckland Heat Pump Installers Course
Location: J.A. Russell Ltd, Auckland
Dates: October 14–16, 2025 (8:30 AM – 3:00 PM)
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Auckland Refrigerant Fillers License Course
Location: J.A. Russell Ltd, Auckland
Date: October 17, 2025 (8:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
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Palmerston North Heat Pump Installers Course
Location: Distinction Hotel, Palmerston North
Dates: October 21–23, 2025 (8:30 AM – 3:00 PM)
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Welcome Andrew Templeman
We are delighted to welcome Andrew to the team. He joined us in September 2025 as a contract trainer in the South Island.
Andrew brings a wealth of experience in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC-R) industry, with a career spanning over three decades. He began his journey with EHS, working on everything from residential and light commercial systems to heavy-duty industrial projects, including retubing ammonia condensers and overhauling large-scale Howden and Hall screw compressors.
Since 1992, Andrew has worked as an independent contractor, gaining extensive experience with tower refrigeration units and refrigerated containers at the port. For over a decade, he specialised in Toshiba heat pumps, and for two years, he honed his skills in general HVAC with Radcliffe Electrical.
In addition to his diverse background, Andrew is experienced in modern, environmentally-friendly solutions. He is skilled in A3 refrigerant conversions using natural refrigerants and has significant experience with hydronic heating and cooling systems, including underfloor heating and ducted fan coil units (FCUs). His expertise in these areas will be a valuable asset to our clients seeking sustainable and efficient climate control solutions.
We’re confident that Andrew’s deep knowledge and hands-on experience will be a huge benefit to our team and our customers. Please join us in welcoming him to Skillsure Ltd.
Gas Cylinder Mate Updated (v9.2)
- Gas Cylinder Tracking System: Easily keep track of all your cylinders, logging when they’re filled and used.
- Digital Risk Assessments: Record and retrieve site risk assessments for refrigerant work, keeping all documentation in one place.
- Safe Charge Amount Calculator: Determine safe charge amounts for R32 or R290 in residential settings, based on AS/NZ 5149.
- Password Reset Fix: Improved reliability for resetting passwords.
- User Interface Improvements: More intuitive, smoother navigation throughout the app.