Refrigeration

A detailed kit list will be provided at enrolment outlining the clothing and protective equipment required for your course.

This may include steel toe cap boots, durable workwear and any essential items needed for safe workshop practice. Having the correct kit ensures you can train confidently and meet industry expectations from your first practical session. Developing good habits around preparation and safety is an important part of becoming a skilled refrigeration engineer.

Yes. Steel toe cap boots, practical work trousers and a plain black t shirt are required for practical sessions.

Wearing appropriate workwear supports safe working practices and reflects the professional standards expected within the engineering and building services industries. It prepares you for real site environments where compliance, safety and presentation are taken seriously.

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning courses combine practical workshop experience with essential technical theory.

You will learn how systems are installed, maintained and repaired, alongside understanding environmental considerations and safety regulations. This balanced structure prepares you for the demands of a specialised and technically skilled industry.

Yes. Many students progress into apprenticeships during or after their full-time course.

Our dedicated apprenticeship team can help you explore suitable employers, prepare strong applications and identify progression routes that match your ambitions. An apprenticeship allows you to earn while continuing your professional development in a live working environment, strengthening both your technical ability and industry experience.

Yes. All training takes place at our North Harbour Campus, where you will access specialist engineering style workshops.

Studying in one dedicated location ensures consistent access to experienced tutors, industry standard equipment and structured support. In this focused environment, you can steadily build technical confidence and find your brilliance within a highly specialised and respected trade.

Once you have chosen the right course, simply visit the relevant course page and follow the clear application or enquiry instructions provided.

Each listing outlines entry requirements, next steps and key dates so you can move forward with confidence. After submitting your application, you will receive confirmation and further guidance about what to expect next.

Our process is designed to be straightforward and supportive, ensuring you feel informed at every stage as you take your first step towards finding your brilliance at City of Portsmouth College.

Yes. Attending an Open Event is one of the best ways to explore our facilities, meet tutors and speak directly with current students.

Open Events give you a genuine feel for College life, allowing you to see workshops, studios and classrooms in action. You can ask questions about course content, enrichment opportunities and progression routes, helping you make a confident and well-informed decision about your future.

Visiting in person often brings your ambitions into sharper focus and helps you picture yourself thriving in your chosen subject area.

After submitting your application or enquiry, you will receive confirmation along with details about the next stage of the process.

Depending on the course, this may include an interview, informal discussion, assessment activity or enrolment guidance. These stages allow us to understand your interests, goals and suitability for the programme, while also giving you the opportunity to ask further questions.

Our aim is to ensure you feel fully prepared, supported and confident as you move closer to starting your course.