Advance your career prospects with our Level 2 Certification, tailored for tradespeople and professionals at all levels. Gain industry recognition and dive deep into external wall insulation (EWI) technology, equipping yourself to confidently tackle eco-friendly home renovation projects.
Earn more than just a certificate; master essential skills in installing EWI and finishes, gaining hands-on experience to excel in the booming market for sustainable construction solutions.
Retrofit Academy offers the highest quality retrofit training courses, underpinned by brilliant customer support, at a market leading price
ABBE-accredited, level 2 award3 comprehensive modulesCovers key principles of EWI and moreState-of-the-art supported online learning platformAccess to the Retrofit Academy Hub
This course is designed for individuals new to retrofit or those already working in construction, housing, or related sectors. It's perfect for anyone looking to gain foundational knowledge in external wall insulation and take the first step into the growing retrofit industry.
Self-paced online learning allows you to complete this course in approximately 30 hours, with up to six months to finish. It includes three modules covering health and safety, productive working practices, and the installation of external wall insulation and finishes.
Achieve a recognised Level 2 qualification accredited by ABBE. Gain hands-on knowledge of EWI technology and practices, preparing you to meet the demands of eco-friendly construction and making a tangible impact in the retrofit sector.
The Level 2 Award in External Wall Insulation and Finishes is your gateway to a thriving career in retrofit and construction. Designed for tradespeople and professionals, this qualification equips you with essential skills to confidently tackle eco-friendly housing projects. Gain industry recognition and master the installation of external wall insulation and finishes to excel in the growing market for sustainable construction solutions.
This self-paced online learning course includes three comprehensive modules:
Module 1: Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
Learn the principles of risk assessment, manual handling, and safe working practices, including working at height and managing health risks.
Module 2: Productive Working Practices
Understand how to plan, communicate, and maintain appropriate records to establish productive workflows and deliver high-quality results.
Module 3: Installation of External Wall Insulation
Master techniques for installing external wall insulation and finishes, from interpreting project specifications to selecting materials and ensuring compliance with regulations.
The Level 2 Award in External Wall Insulation and Finishes is delivered through The Retrofit Academy’s state-of-the-art online learning platform, providing a supported, flexible and interactive learning experience.
As a successful graduate of our Level 2 Award in External Wall Insulation and Finishes course, you’ll enjoy access to a range of exclusive benefits, including:
You’ll also gain access to The Retrofit Academy Hub, where you can access CPD, tools and technical support.
This course is open to anyone aged 18 and over with a stable internet connection and access to a desktop or laptop computer. There are no prerequisites – just an interest in improving energy efficiency and sustainability.
The qualification is assessed via an online multiple-choice exam. A representative from ABBE qualifications remotely invigilates this, the course awarding body.
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the ABBE-accredited Level 2 Award in External Wall Insulation and Finishes, an Ofqual-regulated qualification.
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Once qualified as a with the Retrofit Academy you will receive you first year of Professional membership for FREE*.
This membership is designed to support your journey as a retrofit professional, offering the tools, accreditation, and networking opportunities you need to transition smoothly into practice and advance your career.
*Only applicable to the following courses – Advisor, Assessor, Coordinator and Designer.
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