Energy Assessment qualifications and training courses

Last Updated: 13 Dec 2023

Energy Assessment is a regulated industry in the UK and is undertaken across a number of different situations including domestic buildings, non-domestic and commercial buildings, and air-conditioning systems.

The Domestic Energy Assessor produces an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) using the most recent version of RdSAP when a building is sold or let, and an accredited Assessor can deal with both the sales and lettings markets. The Non-Domestic Energy Assessor collects data on dimensions, construction, heating and hot water provision of commercial and non-commercial buildings in order to produce an EPC using the Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM). The Air-Conditioning Energy Assessor undertakes mandatory inspections of all air conditioning systems with rated outputs of over 12kw at intervals not exceeding 5 years.

Domestic and Non-Domestic Energy Assessment forms part of the Green Deal Advisor qualification. Individuals that currently hold the DEA or NDEA qualifications can 'upskill' to Green Deal Advice.

Anyone interested in energy efficiency and working, or looking for work, as an energy assessor in the construction sector.

Available to deliver in the following:

England
Wales – please check QiW website for available funding
Scotland
Northern Ireland
International

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General Information

What Is Involved In Studying This Course?

You can choose the qualification that demonstrates the skills and knowledge you have developed in domestic, non-domestic or air-conditioning energy assessment such as:

conducting energy assessments in a safe, effective and professional manner.
assessing the energy performance of new build non dwellings once erected using the Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM).
assessing compliance with Buildings Regulations relating to energy performance of new buildings other than dwellings.

Most centres will deliver this qualification in the classroom. The assessment strategy has not yet been confirmed.

Which level is right for me?

Level 3
You are looking to work in energy assessment, and have some relevant knowledge and skills, usually from a role where you've been supervised.

Level 4
For learners with Level 3 Certificates in Energy Assessment wishing to expand their knowledge and access wider non-domestic energy markets.

What Careers Can This Lead To?

These qualifications lead to jobs in Domestic and Non-Domestic Energy Assessment.

What Is Involved With Delivering This Course?

To deliver these qualifications you will need qualified assessors - you can train internal members of staff or recruit specially. You will also need suitable facilities to carry out the required training to enable learners to achieve industry standards.

To find out about resource and staffing requirements, download the qualification handbook from the centre documents section.

Level 3

Level 3 will suit you if you are looking to work in energy assessment, and have some relevant knowledge and skills, usually from a role where you've been supervised.

Choose from the following qualifications available at Level 3:

Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment
Level 3 Certificate in Non-Domestic Energy Assessment.
Level 3 Diploma in Air-Conditioning Energy Assessment

You will complete a combination of mandatory and optional units, depending on the qualification you choose. Sample units are:

Undertake energy inspections.
Identify representative properties for sampling.
Report on energy assessment of new and existing non-dwellings using Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM).
Inspect simple/packaged air-conditioning systems.

For full details about units and requirements, download the qualification handbook from the centre documents section.

What Careers Can This Lead To?

These qualifications can lead to jobs in Domestic Energy Assessment, Non-Domestic Energy Assessment and Air-Conditioning Energy Assessment. Learners of Domestic and Non-Domestic Energy Assessment may wish to consider a studying further to pursue a career in Green Deal Advice.

Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment (6361-01)

Last Registration Date: 31 Mar 2024

Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment

Accreditation No: 600/5739/7 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 25 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 120 - 120 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 250 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/03/2027 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £218.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 4

Level 4 Diplomas Energy Assessment are ideal for learners with a Level 3 qualification in energy assessment wishing to expand their knowledge and access wider non-domestic energy markets.

Sample units include:

Assess compliance with Buildings Regulations relating to energy performance of new buildings other than dwellings
Report on energy assessment of new and existing non-dwellings using Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM).
Inspect simple/packaged and complex/central air conditioning systems.

For full details about units and requirements, see the centre documents section.

What Careers Can This Lead To?

These qualifications lead to jobs in Domestic Energy Assessment, Non-Domestic Energy Assessment and Air-Conditioning Energy Assessment. Learners of Domestic and Non-Domestic Energy Assessment may wish to consider a studying further to pursue a career in Green Deal Advice.

Level 4 Diploma in Non-Domestic Energy Assessment (6361-04)

Last Registration Date: 31 Jan 2016

Level 4 Diploma in Non-Domestic Energy Assessment

Accreditation No: 601/3010/6 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 43 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 195 - 195 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 430 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2030 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £374.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 4 Diploma in Non-Domestic Energy Assessment (6361-08)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2027

Level 4 Diploma in Non-Domestic Energy Assessment

Accreditation No: 601/3010/6 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 43 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 195 - 195 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 430 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2030 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £430.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

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Energy Assessment (6361)