Retro Fit awareness course (3rd & 4th of June)

Course Length 2 days
Study Type Part time
Course Cost £295 (Adult) Financial support 19+
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Course overview

Additional dates are available throughout the year - please apply for more information.

  • Identifying building structures and construction methods
  • The relevance of Retrofit is to carbon reduction and reducing bills over time
  • The whole house approach
  • Airtightness of buildings
  • Thermal bridging and thermal bypass
  • Types of insulation materials
  • Selection of measures for retrofit
  • Sustainability considerations

Funding:

Zero Carbon Harrogate are offering funded places to businesses in the Harrogate district and CITB members also receive a discounted rate - please contact the organisations directly for more information or contact the college for more information.

  • Entry Requirements
    There are no candidate prerequisites however, a basic knowledge of retrofit and building terminology and techniques would be beneficial.
  • Who is this course for?
    Construction workers, DIY enthusiasts, site managers at small firms, anyone considering having retrofitting carried out on their homes.
  • Careers/Progression
    • Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA)
    • Retrofit Assessor (PAS2035) on successful completion of DEA
    • Retrofit Coordinator on successful completion of Retrofit Assessor (PAS2035)
  • Assessment Types
    For the successful completion of training, candidates must complete an end of course knowledge test that measures the learning outcomes and has a pass or fail criteria. Participants will be issued a Certificate of Attendance at a Retrofit Awareness Event.
Course Code: 78611-01

Learning Support

  • Specialist SEND support
  • Relax in the Oasis Room
  • Safe spaces
  • Bespoke support

Wellbeing

  • Pastoral tutors to celebrate your successes and give you help when you need it
  • Financial support: we work hard to help eligible students benefit from our education
  • Mental Health Champions offer help and support
  • Careers advice for today and for the future

Our Qualities

  • Small enough that the staff really know you
  • Expert teachers
  • Ofsted graded ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features
  • Courses designed with employers

Student Life

  • Get involved with clubs and activities throughout the day
  • Opportunities for social action
  • Champion our green agenda by becoming a Sustainability Champion
  • Become part of the Student Union

Courses

  • Timetables which enable work alongside study
  • Work experience opportunities
  • Teachers with industry-experience
  • Study supported by trips

Facilities

  • Teaching spaces that replicate work environments
  • State-of-the-art equipment to enhance learning
  • Industry-standard workshops
  • Social spaces for independent study or catching up with friends

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