Introduction to Heat Network Technical Assurance Scheme
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Description
This course introduces learners to the Heat Network Technical Assurance Scheme (HNTAS) — GB’s regulatory framework being developed to improve the technical performance, reliability, and customer outcomes of heat networks.
Developed in response to regulatory reforms and extensive industry consultation, HNTAS will set mandatory minimum technical standards and will offer a structured assurance and certification process for new and existing heat networks. The Introduction to Heat Network Technical Assurance Scheme course outlines the scheme's background, proposed structure, and practical implementation, and is essential for all professionals involved in the design, delivery, or ongoing operation of heat networks.
As the first in a series of HNTAS training modules, this course provides a foundation for understanding the proposed scheme’s key components, defined roles, and assessment pathways ahead of regulation coming into force. It also includes technical overviews of major heat network elements such as Energy Centre, District and Communal Distribution Networks, Substations, Consumer Connections, and Consumer Heat Systems — offering a broader understanding of how HNTAS would apply across an entire network.
Disclaimer: the following training has been
developed ahead of the Government’s consultation on Heat Networks Technical
Standards. This training is intended to provide background context to HNTAS to
facilitate understanding of the proposed scheme, in its current state of
development. Proposals within the training are subject to further change
following consultation and should not be considered as fixed at this stage.
Where required, updated courses highlighting where content has changed will be
made available to attendees once proposals have been consulted on and are
finalised.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is ideal for:
- Heat Network Developers, Operators, and Asset Managers
- Designers, Contractors, and Consultants involved in Heat Network projects
- Local Authorities, Housing Associations, and Planning Officers
- Regulatory and compliance professionals
- Anyone seeking an introduction to the technical and regulatory framework of HNTAS
Learning Outcomes
By completing this course, you will:
- Understand the purpose and policy background behind HNTAS
- Become familiar with heat network categories and defined elements
- Gain insight into the New Build Assurance Pathway and other regulatory pathways
- Learn about the roles and responsibilities of key duty holders
- Understand the structure and application of Code Documents
- Explore worked examples of how HNTAS is implemented in practice
- Gain introductory understanding of Energy Centre, Distribution Systems, Substations, and Consumer Interfaces within Heat Networks
Modules Covered
- Why do we need HNTAS?
- Framework and Concepts
- Heat Network Elements
- Heat Network Categories
- New Build Assurance Pathway
- Duty Holders, Documentation and Assessments
- Worked Examples
- Energy Centre Overview
- District Distribution Network Overview
- Communal Distribution Network Overview
- Substation Overview
- Consumer Connection Overview
- Consumer Heat System Overview
Important please read: to ensure you have all of the preparatory information you
need to progress to the next HNTAS Courses, we will be releasing a further four online learning modules. Anyone who completes the
introduction course will be notified of this automatically when the modules
become available and there will be no additional cost.
Course Duration
Delivery Format
Online, self-paced with interactive elements and audio
narration
Assessment and Certification
The Introduction to Heat Network Technical Assurance Scheme Course includes interactive content, knowledge checks, and practical examples throughout.
You will receive a Certificate of Completion after successfully completing the course.
Cost
If you work in England, you are eligible to access this course completely free of charge.
To receive your discount, simply:
Email us with proof of your employer’s address (for example, a company letterhead or official email signature) at HNTAS@thebesa.com or Email us
Once verified, we’ll send you a 100% discount code to use at checkout.
This offer is available exclusively to learners employed in England.
*Funding is available until 31 March 2026.