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Decarbonisation of our existing housing stock is a pivotal step on the road to Net Zero Carbon by 2050, and widely acknowledged to be one of the biggest challenges on this journey.

With large scale retrofit programmes carrying a potential cost of £11.7bn per year, there is an acute need to build market capacity to deliver, to ensure money is well spent, whilst mitigating unintended consequences.

BRE’s Domestic Retrofit course is a first step in upskilling to meet the retrofit demand. The course introduces learners to retrofit, equipping you with knowledge of key technical refurbishment topics that are crucial to successful retrofit programmes.

After completing the course learners will be able to

  • Develop an appreciation for what makes a successful domestic retrofit project
  • Improve awareness of key technical refurbishment topics including:
  • Moisture awareness
  • Airtightness
  • Exposure
  • External wall insulation
  • Building physics
  • Unintended consequences

Further your understanding before considering PAS 2035 accreditation.
Learners who complete this Domestic Retrofit course will gain CPD Certification whilst expanding retrofit knowledge.

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Language
English
Requirements
None
Timeframe
Once purchased you have 12 months in which to complete your training and any subsequent exams, after this time your course content will expire

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This Domestic Retrofit course has no formal requirements. It is suited to those wishing to supplement their understanding of domestic retrofit’s key principles and may be of particular use to:

  • Surveyors.
  • Designers.
  • Project managers.
  • Materials providers.
  • Installers.
  • Assessors.

This Domestic Retrofit course covers key technical refurbishment topics:

  • Moisture awareness.
  • Airtightness.
  • Exposure.
  • External wall insulation.
  • Building physics.
  • Unintended consequences.
£230.00 + VAT

per person

About BRE Academy

The BRE Academy is the leading training provider for the built environment. Most courses are developed by BRE – a science research hub with 100 years of experience in safety and sustainability. As a profit-for-purpose, all fees go towards further research to make the built environment safer and greener and to mitigate climate change.

 

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Frequently asked questions on the Domestic Retrofit course

What is the Domestic Retrofit Course?

The Domestic Retrofit course is an introductory course providing the key foundations and technical knowledge needed to deliver successful domestic retrofit programmes.

Who should take this Domestic Retrofit Course?

This course is suited to surveyors, designers, project managers, materials providers, installers, and assessors who want to expand their knowledge of domestic retrofit principles.

What topics are covered in the Domestic Retrofit Course?

The course covers moisture awareness, airtightness, exposure, external wall insulation, building physics, and unintended consequences.

Is there any prior experience required for this course?

No formal requirements are needed. The Domestic Retrofit course is designed for anyone wishing to gain foundational knowledge in domestic retrofit.

Will I receive certification for completing this course?

Yes. Learners completing the Domestic Retrofit course will receive CPD Certification to recognise their expanded retrofit knowledge.

Why is domestic retrofit training important?

Domestic retrofit training ensures professionals understand key principles and technical topics, helping to deliver retrofit programmes effectively, reduce errors, and support Net Zero Carbon targets.

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