ABBE Domestic Energy Assessor (Classroom)

 Course Reference

EEA-ELM-07

 Course Description

ABBE Domestic Energy Assessor (Classroom)

Course length: 5 Days - Classroom based
Suitable for: New entrants with no previous energy assessment experience.
Qualifications: ABBE Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment

Elmhurst’s ABBE (Awarding Body of the Built Environment) qualification course provides a fantastic opportunity for those completely new to and familiar with the world of energy and building assessment, to become fully qualified Domestic Energy Assessors (DEAs).

Our professional and friendly training is delivered at a pace that suits everyone, ensuring all attendees leave feeling confident in applying their newly acquired skills in practice.

During this 5-day course, you will learn how to conduct full domestic energy assessments using industry-standard RdSAP software. These skills will enable you to assess the energy performance of existing UK residential buildings—including houses, bungalows, and flats—and produce that all important Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).

As Elmhurst’s most popular offering, this course provides 3 days of engaging classroom learning followed by 2 days of hands-on, instructor-lead site visits. During these practical site-visits, you will have the opportunity to complete real EPC surveys that contribute directly towards the completion of your professional portfolio. By the end of the course, most participants will have completed a significant portion, if not all, of their portfolio—an essential requirement for achieving the ABBE Level 3 Domestic Energy Assessment qualification.

Prerequisites
This course is suitable for new entrants with no previous energy assessment experience. However, the following prerequisites must be met before booking/attending this course:

You must be 18 years or older
Possess ‘Basic IT Skills’ (As outlined below)
Have access to Microsoft Word
Have access to a PC or Laptop (Apple MAC Computers are NOT compatible)
Have access to Zoom (Available free online)

Course Breakdown
Before your course start date, you will receive an online portfolio login, which lists all the tasks you will need to complete (Different tasks can be completed before, during or after the course). These tasks will not only count towards the progress of your portfolio, but will also help to introduce and familiarise you with relevant course information that will in turn help you in preparation for the course.

You can see a full breakdown of what is included on the 3 day course and beyond, in the drop downs below.

Day 1
We will complete approximately 3 modules, which include:

ABBE Level 3 Qualification and requirements
An Overview of the Pre course Modules
The EPC Requirement and Exemptions
The RDSAP Software and background
Property types and building regulations
Property ages and Construction

Day 2
We will complete a further 3 modules, which include:

Measurements
Conservatories, Flats and Roof types (including loft conversions)
Floors, Openings, Ventilation and lighting
Space Heating Part 1

Day 3
We will complete the remaining Modules, which include:

Space Heating Part 2
Secondary and Water Heating
New Technologies, meters and Recommendations
The EPC Certificate
Discussion and guidance regarding the E-portfolio system and completing tasks.

Day 4
You will require equipment for the property visits on day 4 & 5 as outlined above.

Conduct three test case EPCs to the required standard – home visits to local properties accompanied by an assessor
Back to classroom for discussions, guidance and portfolio work.

Day 5
Conduct two test case EPCs to the required standard – home visits to local properties accompanied by an assessor
Back to the classroom for discussions, guidance and portfolio work.
Review Portfolio (if completed)
Final Q & A

Post Course- EPC Test Cases/Portfolio
By the end of the course, most participants will have completed a significant portion, if not all, of their portfolio—an essential requirement for achieving the ABBE Level 3 Domestic Energy Assessment qualification.

Once you have completed and passed your portfolio you will be awarded with the ABBE Level 3 Certificate, and will be eligible to join Elmhurst’s leading DEA Accreditation scheme.

Please note: When you apply to become an accredited Domestic Energy Assessor you will need to provide a basic disclosure certificate (DBS/CRB) which must be within the past 3 years.

You can find more information via the link here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/basic-checks

Basic IT Skills

Open and edit Microsoft Word documents
Rename Documents
Open and Save Files
Save files to Folders
Create Zip Folders
Navigate your desktop
Access and use Zoom

EEA Course code: EEA-ELM-07
ABBE Domestic Energy Assessor (Remote)
Elmhurst Energy, 16 St Johns Business Park, Lutterworth, LE17 4HB

 Entry Requirements

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 Learning Type

Classroom learning
Course is taught in a classroom

 Assessment Type

practical and theory

 Qualification & Awarding Body

ABBE

 Additional Info

 Follow-on Progression

Gateway to industry

 Cost of Course

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