Elmhurst Training Brochure

Training Opportunities

for Energy Assessment and Property Professional training

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Who are Elmhurst?

Elmhurst is the UK’s largest accreditation scheme for energy assessors. Established in 1993, we have delivered vocational training to thousands of individuals, providing them with the skills and knowledge to build a career in energy assessment and other property related services.

Our impressive catalogue of over 20 qualification and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses offers unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development, providing a recognised route to a brand new career.

We warmly welcome all training enquiries and hope to see you on a course in the future.

Training with Elmhurst Learn at your own pace

Leave feeling confident

Receive training from industry experts

Learn skills that are directly transferrable to the industry

Delivered in partnership with professional bodies

“An excellent online course which I found very informative and interesting.

I personally learnt a lot and the course tutor was very knowledgeable and friendly.

I would definitely recommend this course to other assessors.”

Lee Wild, Elmhurst CPD course

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Training options with Elmhurst Elmhurst offers a range of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses for individuals across all areas of energy assessment.

The CPD courses we deliver are designed to keep skills up to date, expand business offerings and widen the specialist knowledge of attendees.

We have a number of training delivery options available for our training and CPD courses.

Classroom training Most of our training takes place at our modern training facilities in Lutterworth, just off the M1, but we also provide regional training across the UK. Small class sizes and state of the art facilities provide the perfect learning environment for those who attend training. Classroom training is ideal for those who prefer a more interactive style of learning and want to meet other professionals.

Online training Complete training at a time and place that suits you with our live online, pre-recorded and hybrid courses. This flexible approach to learning make training accessible to everyone and allows you to learn at your own pace.

In-house training Elmhurst provides a range of options to cater for those who wish to carry out training at their premises at a time and date that suits you.

Alternatively if you would like to adapt a course to fit your specific business needs, we would be happy to discuss this further with you.

Elmhurst provides training for many corporate clients including councils, large companies and estate agents. Our extensive experience in this field makes us the go-to choice for high quality training that is recognised across the industry, and has the added bonus of including free follow-up support.

Our dedicated training team will work with you to create a course that fits your requirements and meets your desired learning outcomes.

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Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) Training Elmhurst’s qualification course provides a fantastic opportunity for those completely new to and familiar with the world of energy assessment, to become a fully qualified Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA), certified by an awarding body.

All residential properties in the UK require an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) before being marketed for sale or let. A DEA is a qualified individual who undertakes energy assessments for residential properties in order to generate these EPCs. As part of their energy assessment work, a DEA will visit a property and collect data on walls, heating and ventilation, which they will enter into approved Reduced data Standard Assessment Procedure (RdSAP) software.

First steps into a Career of Energy Assessment No previous experience or qualifications are required for individuals to become fully trained as DEAs, which makes starting a new career in this area relatively straightforward. Individuals can work for a company or for themselves, where they can manage their own workload.

Some individuals use this vocational course to supplement their existing income, due to the flexibility of the work.

Qualification Options available Two different training options are available for those interested in Elmhurst’s regulated* DEA qualification course. These should accommodate your preferred approach to training as well as the time you have available. The options include:

f Domestic Energy Assessor (3 Days) Delivered live online by our expert trainer. Attendees will need to carry out additional EPC assessments following the course in order to complete their portfolio and gain qualification.

f Domestic Energy Assessor Condensed (5 days) This classroom based course based and includes site visits for full portfolio and qualification completion.

Our 5-day condensed DEA course has the advantage of including the five properties required to complete your portfolio, where you can complete EPC assessments under the supervision of the course trainer.

More information is available on www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk *Elmhurst offers DEA qualification through recognised awarding organisations that are regulated by Ofqual.

“The course was packed full of everything you need to know to become a Domestic Energy Assessor and the course tutor was very engaging and enthusiastic and he explained everything in detail giving me the confidence to complete my portfolio and gain the qualification.”

Marc Giampaolo, DEA Training

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Retrofit Assessor Training

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Retrofit Assessor training is the exciting next step for Domestic Energy Assessors (DEAs) looking to advance their careers.

Elmhurst's Retrofit Assessor Training provides all of the relevant skills and knowledge for individuals to undertake retrofit assessments in accordance with PAS 2035.

The Retrofit Assessor role is recommended for DEAs as they will already have relevant knowledge of energy assessment in existing residential buildings.

Online and Classroom training Elmhurst offers a range of training courses to suit different learning styles.

Those looking to become Retrofit Assessors can choose between classroom or online training. Both courses have the same content and are led by experienced course tutors.

Course content:

f The PAS 2035 Retrofit Process f Further your understanding of U-Values f Processes of heat loss and gain in a dwelling f Historic building guidance. f Learn how to conduct an occupancy assessment and assess the condition of a property

Online Training - 10 hours CPD This is a pre-recorded course which you can complete in your own time.

The course is approximately 10 hours long and includes an engaging mix of quizzes, videos and expert lecture slides.

Classroom Training (2 Days) 10 Hours CPD For those who prefer a more interactive style of learning, our classroom course offers the chance to ask questions, meet other learners and review material.

Retrofit Coordinator Training Retrofit Coordinators oversee retrofit projects from start to finish. They are responsible for overseeing the assessment of dwellings as well as the subsequent specification, monitoring, and evaluation of energy efficiency measures, in accordance with PAS 2035.

Many DEAs, OCDEAs and Retrofit Assessors train to become Retrofit Coordinators, as well as installers and others who are involved in the retrofit industry.

Third party training Retrofit Coordinator Training is provided by Retrofit Academy, the leading organisation for the national training of domestic refurbishment professionals.

To find out more about the Retrofit Coordinator course, please contact: training@elmhurstenergy.co.uk or call 01455 883 250.

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On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (OCDEA) Training Elmhurst's ABBE-approved qualification course provides a great route into the world of New Build energy assessment.

All newly constructed residential properties in the UK require an Energy Perfromance Certificate (EPC) before they are marketed for sale or let.

On Construction Domestic Energy Assessors (OCDEAs) have the skills and knowledge to complete energy efficiency assessments using Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) software before and after construction. This in turn results in the production of an EPC. The SAP calculation process is desk-based and requires a set of drawings (including: plans, elevations and sections) and a building specification which details the building elements and information regarding the heating and ventilation systems.

Qualification Options Available Those interested in undertaking Elmhurst's regulated* OCDEA qualification course will have two training options available to them:

f APEL On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor The Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) training offers a fast track route for those who have had recent experience working on the design, construction, or energy assessment of new build domestic properties.

f On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor Alternatively, those with no previous experience should attend our new entrant On Construction Training which can be delivered over 4 or 5 days depending on the training delivery which you opt for.

More information is available on www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk *Elmhurst offers OCDEA qualification through recognised awarding organisations that are regulated by Ofqual.

“OCDEA course was very informative and the trainer was very helpful and knowledgeable.”

Rachel Mason, OCDEA Training

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Competency Training Gaining additional skills and knowledge is essential for progressing your career and widening your customer base.

Our competency schemes and associated courses offer the opportunity to acquire expertise across a wide range of subjects including:

U-Values

Psi-Values (2D and 3D training available)

Thermography

Legionella Risk Assessment

Inventory

Overheating

Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS)

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Ventilation

Air tightness testing

After you have successfully completed the course you will have the option to demonstrate your professional competence and quality of your work by joining one of our competency schemes.

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Non- Domestic Energy Assessor NDEA Training Elmhurst’s qualification course provides a fantastic opportunity for those completely new to and familiar with the world of energy assessment, to become a fully qualified Non-Domestic Energy Assessor (NDEA).

Commercial Buildings in the UK require Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) before being sold or let.

As a qualified NDEA you will have the skills and knowledge to undertake energy assessments, using approved Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM) or Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM) software on commercial buildings to produce an Energy Performance Certificates (EPC).

Building Complexity The levels associated with the non-domestic qualification typically represent a commercial building's complexity.

The level 3 qualification allows assessors to complete EPCs for existing commercial buildings with common characteristics.

The level 4 qualification allow assessors to produce EPCs on existing commercial buildings with more complex heating and ventilation systems. Level 4 NDEAs can also produce new build commercial EPCs.

Qualification Options Available Those interested in undertaking Elmhurst's regulated* NDEA qualification course will have three different training options available to them:

f Non-Domestic Energy Assessor (L3) f Non-Domestic Energy Assessor (L3 and 4) f Non-Domestic Energy Assessor More information is available on www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk *Elmhurst offers NDEA qualification through recognised awarding organisations that are regulated by Ofqual.

”The trainer had excellent working knowledge of technical info and working practice. Working examples on SBEM worked well.”

Avtar Sandhu, NDEA L3 & 4 Training

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Extended Non-Domestic Training Display Energy Certificate (DEC) Training DEC Elmhurst provides DEC Training for new entrants and those with non-domestic experience relevant to energy assessments.

A Display Energy Certificate (DEC) Assessor is an accredited individual who undertakes energy assessments, using approved Operational Rating (OR) software, on public buildings. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, Public buildings of more than 250m2 and which are frequently visited by the public are required to display a DEC and have an Advisory Report.

Qualification Options Available Those interested in undertaking Elmhurst's regulated* DEC qualification course will have two different training options available to them:

f APEL Display Energy Certificate The Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) training offers a fast track route for those who have at least two of the last five years relevant experience and knowledge.

f Display Energy Certificate Alternatively, those with no previous experience should attend our ABBE Display Energy Certificate training.

More information is available on www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk *Elmhurst offers NDEA qualification through recognised awarding organisations that are regulated by Ofqual.

Non-Domestic Level 5 NDEA Elmhurst’s NDEA Level 5 Training ensures that energy assessors have the skills and knowledge to deliver professional energy assessments, and lodge Energy Performance Certificates for commercial buildings using Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM).

Level 5 commercial buildings are typically the most complex buildings to produce energy assessments for.

A Level 5 non-domestic property can be identified from specific features such as atriums, automatic blind control and ventilation with enhanced thermal coupling. A larger commercial building with a complex structure, such as a shopping centre or a skyscraper, will require a Level 5 Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).

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Popular CPD courses from Elmhurst DEA RdSAP Refresher DEA Auditing Moving Forward DEA Conventions

NDEA NDEA Auditing NDEA Conventions Building Services

OCDEA OCDEA Conventions Auditing Moving Forwards SAP Refresher

Pre-recorded training For those looking for a more flexible approach to training, our online pre-recorded CPD courses offer the perfect opportunity to receive expert tuition at a time and place that suits you.

Take a look at what we have to offer on our website.

Take a look at our full range of CPD courses online!

For more information or to book a CPD course please visit www.elmhurstenergy.co.uk

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How are we different?

As a government approved accreditation body, Elmhurst can offer continuity and ongoing support to qualified individuals within their career.

Quality lies at the heart of everything we do, from cutting edge software to first class support and training.

Our strong links with the industry mean that our courses are constantly evolving to reflect the changing landscape of energy assessment and property professional services.

This ensures that our training remains relevant and up-to-date.

Our training quality promise ensures that: f We only ever use qualified and experienced trainers with real industry experience

f We continuously adapt course methods and content in response to trainee feedback

f We provide individual guidance to delegates, helping you learn at your own pace

f Our training prices include everything you need to get started (no hidden fees)

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