Combined Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) and Retrofit Assessor Course

You will be eligible to apply if:

• You are aged 18 and over.
• Have a stable internet connection.
• Have access to a desktop or laptop computer.

The ABBE Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to produce quality Property Assessments on domestic properties, including collecting the property level data of the building, floorplan and in order to produce an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).

There are a total of four modules:

1. Conducting Energy Assessments
   2. Preparing for Energy Assessments
   3. Undertaking Energy Inspections
   4. How to Produce and Explain Energy Performance Certificates

The AIM Qualifications Level 4 Award in Domestic Retrofit Assessment gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to produce quality Property Assessments for use on domestic retrofit projects, including assessing the condition, occupancy and significance of the building in line with the PAS 2035.

There are a total of nine modules:

1. PAS 2035 and Retrofit Assessments
   2. Context of Dwellings
   3. Assessing the Condition of a Dwelling and Recording Any Defects
   4. The Requirements of Occupancy Assessments
   5. Ventilation Requirements of a Dwelling
   6. Energy Performance of a Dwelling
   7. Significance of a Dwelling
   8. Retrofit Assessment Reports
   9. Retrofit Advice to Customers

You will initially be given access to the Level 3 DEA course via our Learner Management System. You will be invited to attend weekly Online Drop In Sessions where you will receive tuition and can ask questions. You will also be added to The Retrofit Academy Hub, where you will be able to take part in discussions with you co-learners and tutor. As you start to submit your work, one of our Skills Coaches will provide further feedback and guidance. Once you have completed the DEA course, you will be given access to the Level 4 Retrofit Assessor course. The Drop In Sessions and mentoring will continue.

• Supported online learning through our State-of-the-art online learning platform: Access your coursework anytime, anywhere.
• 24/7 Access: Study at your own pace with unrestricted access to course materials.
• Interactive and Engaging Learning: Participate in a dynamic and interactive educational environment.
• Mentor Support: Receive personalised guidance from industry experts.
• Drop-In Support Sessions: Gain access to weekly sessions designed to help learners stay engaged, build confidence, and deepen their understanding through direct interaction with our expert team.
• Customer Support: Get help whenever you need it, ensuring a smooth learning experience.
• Access to PAS Documents: Ensure compliance and industry alignment with essential PAS documents.
• Bitesize Learning: Develop your skills with short guides developed by experts.
• Trustmark Accreditation: Previously costing over £200, this certification is now included in the course price, providing you with added value and ensuring you’re fully equipped to meet industry standards from day one.
• 12 months Retrofit Academy Professional Membership: access to the Retrofit Professionals best practice community, HomeLife Software, more than 40 events per year, access to jobs and more!
• Work Placement: High quality graduates from this course seeking employment will be offered opportunities to gain work experience and job interviews with leading employers.

All learners are assigned to one of The Retrofit Academy’s expert Retrofit Skills Coaches, hand-picked for their experience and expertise, who provide guidance and feedback on your assessments.

You will be assessed throughout your course with a short written assignment per module, building a Portfolio of Evidence for the Level 3 Award in Domestic Energy Assessment.

For the Level 4 Award in Domestic Retrofit Assessment, you will be assessed throughout your course and in a final professional discussion.

All learners successfully passing the assessments will be recommended for the ABBE Level 3 Award in Domestic Energy Assessment and AIM Qualifications Level 4 Award in Domestic Retrofit Assessment.

Upon successful graduation from the Level 4 Award in Domestic Retrofit Assessment, learners will be eligible to apply for TrustMark Accreditation as a Retrofit Assessor at no extra cost for the first year.

Upon graduation, you will become recognised as a Retrofit Academy Member at the appropriate level, often at Associate Level in your early years of practice. You can progress through Practitioner levels to ultimately apply for Retrofit Academy Fellowship.

The first 12 months are FREE post graduation. The ongoing membership fee is £295 plus VAT per year.

After you have completed the certified course, you will gain access to The Retrofit Academy Hub, providing:

• Your own profile page to showcase your skills and achievements to the retrofit sector
• CPD Accredited courses to maintain professional status
• Connectivity with employers and job opportunities
• Access to 40+ online Professional Forums and Clubs per year
• Access to Technical Discussions and Best Practice Groups
• Access to HomeLife® Software – end to end retrofit management data-tracking, coordination, monitoring, lodgement and reporting with full TrustMark integration (usually costing up to £500 per year).
• Work Placement – High quality graduates from this course seeking employment will be offered opportunities to gain work experience and job interviews with leading employers