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Level 5 Diploma in

RETROFIT COORDINATION AND RISK MANAGEMENT

The Retrofit Academy offers the original and best Retrofit Coordinator Diploma – trusted by over 3,000 learners to date and endorsed by leading industry employers.

What’s more, your course price include TrustMark accreditation with The Retrofit Academy for your first 12 months in practice. Plus, Professional Membership with The Retrofit Academy, providing all the support you need as you start to practice together with free Homelife® software.

Level 5 Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management

Pay in 3 interest-FREE monthly instalments

STARTING FROM £1,700 + VAT

WHAT IS A RETROFIT COORDINATOR?

Retrofit Coordinators are the project managers who oversee domestic retrofit projects from start to finish.

They are experienced professionals who support homeowners, residents and landlords to achieve their retrofit goals. They have to comply with British Standard PAS 2035 and are regulated by a government-endorsed TrustMark consumer protection scheme.

WHO SHOULD BECOME A RETROFIT COORDINATOR?

Existing experienced housing, construction, or design professionals who hold a minimum of 12 credits in a related Level 3 subject.

Designed for those with previous skills and experience, the Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management is the UK’s premier qualification for those wanting to lead domestic retrofit projects and programmes. By completing this course, you will become fully qualified and accredited –  ready to address the challenges and grab the opportunities that await.

The Retrofit Academy Tutor teaching a class

Duration

Self-paced

Once enrolled you have 12 months
to complete

Cost

£1,700 to £2,500 + VAT

or 3 interest-FREE
instalments

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Certification

Level 5

All learners successfully passing the assessments will be recommended for a Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management from AIM Qualifications, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body.

TRUSTMARK ACcREDITATION

From 1st July 2024, upon successful completion of the Retrofit Coordinator course, you will become an Accredited TrustMark Retrofit Coordinator through The Retrofit Academy at no extra cost.

Professional Membership

Access to the Retrofit Professionals best practice community, Homelife Software, more than 40 events per year, access to jobs and more!

Eligibility

Two years’ experience

As a regulated qualification, the Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management has some specific eligibility criteria. The minimum requirements for all methods of study include the following key criteria:

  • Hold 12 Level 3 credits in a built environment subject
  • Display built environment professional competencies as defined by PAS 2035
  • Have a minimum of two years’ experience working on retrofit or energy efficiency projects

Assessment

Portfolio of evidence

All learners are assigned to one of The Retrofit Academy’s assessors, who will provide guidance and feedback on all assignments.

All assessors are graduates from the Level 5 Diploma, hand-picked for their experience and expertise.

The course is assessed via:

  • Multiple-choice tests at the end of each module
  • Short written assignments relating to the key learning objectives
  • A verbal presentation relating to the case study

Modules

12 modules

  • Introduction to Domestic Retrofit
  • Retrofit Quality Assurance and Risk Management
  • Building Physics – Thermal Efficiency
  • Building Physics – Managing Moisture Risk
  • Assessing Dwellings for Retrofit
  • Improvement Option Evaluation and Medium-Term Retrofit Plans
  • Improving the Building Fabric – Floors and Roofs
  • Improving the Building Fabric – Walls and Windows
  • Improving Air-Tightness and Ventilation
  • Improving the Building Services – Heating, Hot Water, Lighting and Power
  • Improving the Building Services – Renewable Energy Systems
  • Post-Retrofit Testing, Monitoring and Evaluation

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Blended learning

When you sign up to the course, you will gain access to The Retrofit Academy learning management system. This is our state-of-the-art e-learning platform through which the course is delivered and your assignments are submitted.

The e-learning modules are enhanced by our unique retrofit coordinator bootcamps, which give you a crucial peer learning experience supported by our expert tutors, who are also practising retrofit coordinators.

Bootcamps are available online via virtual learning or in a Retrofit Academy Hub, depending on your preference.

If you’re already a qualified construction or design professional, you may be eligible for our Pro-Track programme – a 100% self-guided pathway.

BENEFITS

Unrivalled support

  • Membership
  • State-of-the-art learning management system
  • 24/7 access
  • Mentor support
  • Expert-led sessions
  • Customer support
  • Self-paced learning 
  • Interactive and engaging learning 
  • PAS document

GRANT AVAILABLE

Up to £600

The Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management is eligible for the CITB short-term qualifications grant, up to £600. Find out more about the CITB short qualification grant.

ELCAS SCHEME PROVIDER

The Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management is an eligible qualification for current and ex-military personnel under the Enhanced Learning Credits Administration Service (ELCAS).
Find out more about ECL funding.

Learning Provider ID: 12348

Study Pathways

There are three ways to complete this course:

Pro-Track:
£1,700 + VAT

Self-guided e-learning and online assessment

For built environment professionals with Level 4 qualifications or higher only

Must be completed within 12 months

Option to upgrade to 5-day assessor marking time

eSSENTIALS
Online: £2,000 + VAT

Self-guided e-learning with a 12-hour expert-led Zoom bootcamp, delivered over four sessions

Must be completed within 12 months

fast-track:
£2,500 + VAT

Self-guided e-learning with a bespoke 12-hour expert-led bootcamp, delivered online via Zoom or in a classroom

Can be completed in as little as six weeks

Assignments marked within 5 days

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