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Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit

Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit. Embark on your retrofit journey with this comprehensive qualification, offering a solid introduction to the intricacies of domestic retrofit. Designed for a diverse audience, it benefits individuals already active in retrofit or the broader UK housing sector. Upon completion, you’ll possess a robust foundation, enabling you to specialise in the field or simply grasp the nuances of whole-house retrofit.

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Subject:

Pathway:

Retrofit

Level:

Level 2

Qualification:

NOCN Level 2

Provider:

Unyte Academy

Hours:

Funding:

Free (with certain entry requirements)

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Course description:

Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit.

Embark on your retrofit journey with this comprehensive qualification, offering a solid introduction to the intricacies of domestic retrofit. Designed for a diverse audience, it benefits individuals already active in retrofit or the broader UK housing sector. Upon completion, you’ll possess a robust foundation, enabling you to specialise in the field or simply grasp the nuances of whole-house retrofit.

This course is ideal for all staff working within the administration sales and marketing of the energy efficiency sector. It provides a foundation for future career development. The course provides an overview of PAS2035 giving the learner the knowledge and understanding of the retrofit process and who is involved.

*The Warm Homes Skills Programme funds 60% of the course cost. Unyte Academy covers the rest on selected programmes – so you can train at little to no cost. We’re committed to ensuring training is accessible, high quality, and aligned with our mission to build the retrofit work force of tomorrow.

Modules

Learners will complete one mandatory unit – “Understanding Domestic Retrofit”

In this module learners will cover the following:

Industry Structure, Building Construction, Energy Efficiency and Key Documents
Health and Safety Legislation Applicable to Domestic Retrofit
The Key Characteristics of the Materials Used in Domestic Retrofit
The Risk of Damage to the Work and Surrounding Area
The Basic Principles for Domestic Retrofit Installations
How to carry out basic domestic retrofit installations

Method of Study

Online Self Paced E-Learning. One hour multiple choice exam to gain certification.

Funding

70% Funding available for CITB registered employers.

Eligibility

16+

Certification

Upon completion learners will receive the NOCN Accredited Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit.

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