Level 4 Award in Retrofit Assessment for Domestic Dwellings and Older and Traditional Buildings (NEW)
About the course
Qualification Outcome
On successful completion of an online exam, you will achieve the NOCN Level 4 Award in Assessing Domestic Dwellings and Older and Traditional Buildings - a recognised, Ofqual-regulated qualification. This confirms you can work as a Retrofit Assessor and progress to Level 5 Retrofit Coordination.
Course Fee: Warm Homes funded: £800 + VAT. IAAF Federation member (Warm Homes funded): £300 + VAT. Fully funded (free) places available for eligible applicants.
Entry Requirements
Requirements: Aged 18+; completed a Level 3 DEA qualification and registered as a Domestic Energy Assessor with a recognised accreditation body
Entry Requirements
This qualification is available only to learners aged 18 or over. You must have completed a Level 3 qualification in Domestic Energy Assessment and be registered as a Domestic Energy Assessor with a recognised accreditation body. You should be able to demonstrate the requirements of the qualification and have access to the required assessment opportunities and relevant resources.
This new combined qualification covers both retrofit assessment of domestic dwellings and the requirements and characteristics of older and traditional (pre-1919) buildings. You will develop skills and knowledge of PAS 2035 and the retrofit process, learn to complete and report on retrofit assessments, and make recommendations on energy efficiency measures for traditionally constructed dwellings.
Mandatory units (8):
- The principles of PAS 2035, including for older and traditional buildings
- Advice requirements in the PAS 2035 retrofit process, including for older and traditional buildings
- The retrofit assessment process, including for older and traditional buildings
- Ventilation and energy performance requirements of dwellings, including for older and traditional buildings
- Occupancy assessments, including for older and traditional buildings
- Assessing the general condition of buildings and dwellings, including for older and traditional buildings
- Retrofit assessment reporting, including for older and traditional buildings
- Domestic retrofit assessment requirements for older and traditional buildings
Assessment is by portfolio plus a professional discussion with the course tutor via video call.