Free Level 2 Retrofit Course in Lambeth. Classes run at London South Bank Technical College. The course runs over three days, making it possible to fit around other commitments. You'll study how to improve the energy performance of existing buildings, covering sustainability, emissions reduction, and adapting structures for new uses. The construction industry is actively hiring people with retrofit skills, and this qualification gives you a recognised starting point. Entry requirements are Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths.
Who this course is for
With a firm focus on increasing sustainability, improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and reusing what we have rather than creating new, the construction and built environment industry has fully embraced retrofitting in its building practices; which involves changing its structure, systems and amenities to improve the performance of the building, or make it fit for a new use.The Level 2 Award in Retrofit is a part-time, three-day City & Guilds qualification that has been developed in collaboration with industry specialists and established construction professionals. It is designed to introduce you to the scope and opportunities offered by retrofit in the construction industry; develop your knowledge of the requirements and responsibilities of retrofit roles; and increase your knowledge of retrofit in practice (PAS 2035) and how it impacts on the installation and preparation for a property retrofit system. Taught by our industry-expert faculty at our state-of-the-art Nine Elms facility, this course is perfectly suited to those of you who have recently entered into the construction industry, or for established tradespeople (electricians, joiners, plumbers, plasterers, bricklayers etc) who wish to upskill or increase their knowledge of retrofit in the construction industry.
Entry requirements
Functional skills Minimum of level 1 in English and maths.
What you will learn
You'll understand what retrofitting means and why it matters for energy efficiency and sustainability.
You'll learn how buildings are assessed for retrofit potential.
You'll explore how to reduce carbon emissions through changes to building systems and fabric.
You'll study the principles of improving thermal performance in existing buildings.
You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities involved in a retrofit project.
You'll understand relevant health, safety, and compliance requirements for retrofit work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions over three days at London South Bank Technical College. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, discussion, and practical exercises. Assessment is through the City and Guilds qualification requirements, which typically include written or knowledge-based tasks completed during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. London South Bank Technical College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retrofit coordinator: managing energy improvement projects on existing homes
Retrofit assessor: surveying buildings and recommending energy upgrades
Energy efficiency advisor: guiding homeowners and landlords on improvements
Construction operative (retrofit): carrying out fabric upgrades such as insulation
Sustainability technician: supporting green building projects in the built environment
Housing maintenance operative: working on social housing retrofit programmes
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management (PAS 2035) - the next step if you want to work as a qualified retrofit coordinator on domestic projects.
Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment - useful if you want to move into energy assessor work.
Level 3 NVQ in Insulation and Building Treatments - for those moving into hands-on retrofit installation roles.
