Our specialist Green Skills Qualifications and Assured Courses equip learners with essential skills for sustainable construction, energy efficiency, and effective environmental management. They are designed to provide learners with targeted, regulated pathways to gain industry-recognised competencies in sustainable practices.

NOCN Group Qualifications Mapped to CITB Net Zero Toolkit

Building Insulation and Thermal Energy

CITB Requirement: Level 2 and Level 3 NVQs in Insulation and Building Treatments, and Thermal Insulation.

NOCN Qualifications:

• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Insulation and Building Treatments (Construction): This qualification delivers practical skills in insulation installation, crucial for enhancing energy efficiency in both new builds and retrofits.
• Level 3 Diploma in Insulation and Building Treatments: The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding to progress to further training in or progress into a job role in the insulation and building treatments sector of the construction industry.

Retrofit Standards Compliance – PAS 2030 and PAS 2035

CITB Requirement: PAS 2030 and PAS 2035 standards, with a focus on roles such as Retrofit Coordinator, Assessor, and Advisor.

NOCN Qualifications:

• Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management: Tailored for Retrofit Coordinators, this diploma equips learners with the skills to oversee whole-house retrofits that comply with PAS 2035.
• Level 3 Award in Retrofit Advice for Domestic Retrofit: A course aimed at Retrofit Advisors, this award covers professional advisory skills and energy efficiency assessments in line with PAS standards.

Sustainable Roofing and Green Roof Installation

CITB Requirement: Sustainable green roofing systems, with a focus on thermal and waterproofing skills.

NOCN Qualifications:

• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction) - Solar Collector Roofer: This qualification teaches the installation and maintenance of green roofs, supporting learners in achieving CITB’s sustainable roofing objectives.
• NOCN Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems (Construction)
  • Pathways:
    • Liquid Applied Membrane Roofing Systems
    • Reinforced Bitumen Membrane Roofing
    • Single Ply Membrane Roofing

Passive House and High-Efficiency Building Standards

CITB Requirement: Passive House standards for low-energy buildings.

NOCN Qualifications:

• Level 5 Certificate for Certified Energy Efficiency Practitioner - Buildings: This certificate gives learners knowledge in energy efficiency and the energy auditing field using the Building Rating System (BRS), to help achieve local energy efficiency initiatives.
• Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency Measures for Older and Traditional Buildings - (2022): This qualification aims to enable. learners to recognise and understand the requirements and characteristics of older and traditional buildings and develop the knowledge to make energy efficiency recommendations on installing and retrofitting energy efficiency measures to pre-1919 buildings.

NOCN Group Assured Courses Mapped to CITB Net Zero Toolkit

Our Assured Courses are designed to address specific Green Skills needs in the construction, engineering and manufacturing sectors. These include:

• Eco Operator Course: Developed with industry partners, this course raises awareness about the environmental impact of construction plant operations and promotes efficient practices to reduce emissions.

• Sustainable Energy and Renewable Technologies: This course offers an overview of sustainable energy options and the integration of renewable technologies in construction projects.
• Awareness in Hybrid Wall Installation: Focused on modern construction methods, this course covers the installation of hybrid wall systems that enhance energy efficiency.

NOCN Group Short Online Courses - Green Skills

We also offer a growing portfolio of Short Online Courses, including the CPD-accredited ‘Carbon Literacy: A Beginner's Guide to Climate Action’. Priced at just £15 per learner, this course is designed for anyone looking to develop their understanding of climate change and learn how they can contribute to reducing carbon emissions on an individual, community, or organisational level—supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.

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