Costs from £197.50pp +VAT (based on 50% WHSP funding)
Learning Method | Pricing + VAT | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Cost | 50% Funded Cost | |||
Fully e-learning | £395 | £197.50 | ||
E-learning + 1-day workshop | £595 | £297.50 | ||
Fully in person (3-day workshop) | £795 | £397.50 | ||
Duration
30 hours, with 21 guided learning hours
Perfect For
Experienced Construction Professionals
Current Students & Recent Graduates
Professionals Aiming for Sector Transition
New Entrants to Construction & Retrofit
What You’ll Get
Level 2 NOCN Accredited Award
Delivery Mode
Online or in a regional venue across England
This course is part funded by the Warm Homes Skills Programme, delivered on behalf of DESNZ
Embark on a transformative journey towards sustainability with our Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit, accredited by the National Open College Network (NOCN).
Tailored for industry professionals, current students, recent graduates, and new entrants, this all-encompassing course furnishes you with the essential knowledge and skills to thrive in the retrofit sector.
Learn the essentials of retrofit principles, strategic decarbonisation of the built environment, and the role of retrofit in combatting climate change. With a blend of eLearning, practical masterclasses, and expert mentoring, this award sets the foundation for your success in fostering sustainable building practices.
Why Choose This Course?
Dive into the world of sustainable building practices with our NOCN Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit. This course is meticulously crafted to meet the needs of not just seasoned construction professionals but also welcomes current students, recent graduates, and industry newcomers. You’ll embark on an educational journey that covers a wide range of crucial topics, including the fundamentals of domestic retrofit, energy efficiency measures, and the pivotal role of retrofitting in mitigating climate change impacts.
You are empowered to explore at your own pace through our cutting-edge online eLearning platform, ensuring flexibility to accommodate your busy schedule. The learning experience is further enriched with masterclass sessions, where you’ll have the opportunity to engage with industry experts. These sessions are hosted at various regional partner venues across England, offering a chance to network with peers and professionals in the field.
Flexible Learning
Our courses are flexible around your needs as a business. We offer timings to suit you, including evenings and weekend courses. Based on your needs, training can be done online as well as hybrid, at a place convenient to you or on-site. We will go through your options during the sign up process.
Content Overview
Our curriculum is carefully structured around six key modules, each crafted to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the retrofit process and its critical role in combating climate change. These modules include:
By the end of this course, you’ll have gained a comprehensive understanding of the principles of retrofit, strategies for decarbonising domestic buildings, and the competencies required to implement these practices effectively. Whether you’re aiming to enhance your career prospects in the construction industry or looking to make a positive impact on the environment through sustainable construction methods, this award provides the foundation you need to succeed.
Join us in leading the change towards a more sustainable and energy-efficient future in construction. Sign up now and take the first step in becoming a pivotal part of the solution to our planet’s climate challenges.
NOCN Certificate
Multiple choice online
NOCN
Costs from £197.50pp +VAT (based on 50% WHSP funding)
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is the government department created in 2023 to lead the UK’s transition to a cleaner, more secure energy future. Its priorities include reducing carbon emissions, lowering household energy bills, and strengthening national energy security.
Retrofit is central to this mission. The UK has some of the oldest and least efficient housing in Europe, and upgrading homes is one of the quickest ways to cut emissions, reduce energy use, and make living costs more affordable. To deliver this at scale, the sector needs more skilled professionals and the Warm Homes Skills Programme was created to build that workforce.
The Warm Homes Skills Programme funds up to 50% of training costs, with an additional 10% uplift for learners with disabilities or those from under-represented groups. In some cases, combining this with other support can make training fully funded.
Employers may also be able to access:
CITB grants are available to registered employers and are paid on successful completion of the qualification. These can be combined with Warm Homes Skills funding to further reduce costs, and in some cases make training fully funded. For further advice and guidance, speak to a member of our team or your regional CITB Advisor.
Current CITB Grant Rates for our Warm Homes Skills Programmes:
Speak to our team today and we’ll advise you on which of these funding options apply to your organisation. We’ll calculate the maximum package available and support you through the process, so you can access subsidised or even fully funded training.
Learners must be aged 18 or over, live or work mainly in England, and be eligible for public funding. Both existing staff and new entrants to the retrofit sector can apply. Employers must also meet funding criteria, and our team will guide you through the checks.
“Underrepresented workers” means a person belonging to a group that is underrepresented in the construction labour market in relation to the specific training that is being provided, as evidenced by ONS data5. The groups that have been identified for the purposes of this programme are: women; people aged 16-25; those from minoritised ethnic backgrounds; people with disabilities. ”Workers with disabilities” means a person who has a disability as defined in the Equality Act 2010.6 This is a person with physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do normal daily activities. Please note that in relation to age, the ONS categorisation of underrepresented persons is 16-25 but in the case of funding provided via the Warm Homes Skills Programmes, subsidies for training will be for those who are 18 and over for reasons of safeguarding’’
The Sign Up Now button is the first step in your application. It asks for some basic information, which we’ll collect to review your eligibility and funding options. Once we’ve reviewed your details, our team will get in touch to agree the next steps, confirm funding, and finalise course arrangements. It’s also a simple way to request a call back, even if you’re not ready to proceed, we can talk through your options and answer any questions you may have.
Retrofit and low-carbon construction bring together people from all walks of life, young people starting out in their careers, experienced workers looking to upskill, those changing industries, and older employees wanting to refresh their knowledge. Our training is designed to support everyone on their journey, whatever their background or experience.
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