• Established in 2020 to be New Zealand’s leading HVAC training academy for new and existing trades people. 
  • Skillsure Academy operates courses throughout New Zealand. 
  • We are proud to be the HVAC training supplier partner of J.A.Russell Ltd & Radcliffe Electrical.
  • Complete our courses for nationally recognised certifications in multiple areas. See our courses for more info.

What we offer

Example: Our Comprehensive 3-Day Hands On Course.

Become a confident and skilled heat pump installer with our intensive three day course, designed to equip you with best practice techniques through a blend of essential theory and extensive hands-on practical work.

What You Will Learn & Master:

  • Best Practice Installation & Specialist Tool Skills: Learn the correct and most efficient ways to use specialist tools and apply industry leading installation techniques from start to finish.
  • Core Practical Skills: Gain extensive hands on experience in crucial techniques including precise flaring, correct brazing of pipes, and full system pipework.
  • Complete System Installation: You won’t just learn in theory – you’ll install fully working heat pump systems, test their operation comprehensively, and perform correct pump down procedures.
  • Operational Testing & Commissioning: Learn the checks for proper operation in both heating and cooling modes, ensuring every installation is performing correctly and efficiently.
  • Troubleshooting Expertise: Understand how to prevent, identify, and resolve common problems encountered during installation and with ongoing equipment operation.
  • Condensate Management: Learn the principles and practical application of condensate pumps and drainage solutions.

Exclusive Skillsure Advantages:

  • Unique Support Resources: Access a wealth of Skillsure exclusive training support files, featuring detailed step by step instructions covering every aspect of the selection, installation, and commissioning process.
  • Proprietary Sizing & Commissioning Software: Utilise our exclusive Skillsure software, designed to simplify and improve accuracy in the selection and commissioning of most split system air conditioners and heat pumps.
  • Modern Tools & Techniques: Get hands on with a complete range of specialist tools, including demonstrations and practical use of new tools and methods for safe, no gas loss connections.

Our Learning Environment: (Room pictures from the Hamilton Training room which is one of many we use throughout New Zealand)

We believe in learning effectively while enjoying the process. Our courses are delivered in a fun, interactive, and supportive training environment where all students can feel relaxed, ask questions freely, and gain true confidence in their new skills.

Check out all our courses here with more to follow shortly.

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