Understanding Domestic Retrofit

 Course Reference

EEA-EXC-01

 Course Description

Understanding Domestic Retrofit

The Level 2 course is ideal for anyone in construction, housing, planning, or those simply interested in sustainable development.

Key course data

Course Type: Adult - Professional
Subject Area: Construction and Trades
Qualification : NVQ Diploma
Study Mode: Part Time
Course Level: Level 2
Location: Future Skills Centre EX5 2LJ

Course Length: 3 half days
Day: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Times: 09.00-13.00
Course fee: Contact for charges
Reduced Fee: Free, if evidence of East Devon residency is provided.

Overview
This qualification has been designed with insights from the Further Education sector and industry leaders to increase awareness of the benefits of retrofit to the environment and emphasise good practice in achieving the best results. It’s ideal for anyone in construction, housing, planning, or those simply interested in sustainable development.

All units in this qualification are mandatory and provide a comprehensive foundation in retrofit, covering:

Why retrofit matters: understand the importance of retrofit in environmental sustainability
What is retrofit: learn the key principles, standards and regulations
Explore the roles involved in retrofit projects
Find out about the sustainable materials used
By completing this course, you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and resources to confidently enter or advance within the retrofit industry, equipped to make a meaningful impact on environmental sustainability.

Module examples:

Domestic retrofit drivers, processes and roles
Domestic retrofit principles, materials and tools
Domestic retrofit performance, standards and regulations
This course is held at the Future Skills Centre and online.

Next steps: Learners who complete this qualification will gain the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to confidently start and sustain a career in the industry, adaptable to their unique goals. This qualification builds a solid foundation for a variety of roles within the Construction and Built Environment sector.

Entry Requirements
This course is for people aged 19 or over.

There are no formal entry requirements for learners undertaking this qualification, although it is ideal for those who are interested in working in the retrofit industry and those already in the retrofit industry.

Facilities
This qualification is delivered at the Future Skills Centre. Learners will receive access to:
Specialist workshops designed by industry professionals
Learning Resource Centres
Cafe
IT Suite

Understanding Domestic Retrofit
EEA Course code: EEA-EXC-01
Exeter College, Future Skills Centre, Exeter Airport Industrial Estate, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2LJ

 Entry Requirements

See course details

 Learning Type

Hybrid learning
course is taught through a mix of online and classroom sessions

 Assessment Type

online assessment

 Qualification & Awarding Body

Not applicable

 Additional Info

Reduced Fee Free, if evidence of East Devon residency is provided.

 Follow-on Progression

Entry to industry

 Cost of Course

Contact for details