Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination & Risk Assessment This qualification will enable you to become a TrustMark approved Retrofit Coordinator in compliance with PAS2035.

Course Details

Description

The ABBE Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Assessment qualification is intended for individuals who are employed in the built environment and construction industry. The Retrofit Coordinator is a mandatory role for all retrofit projects as outlined in PAS2035.

The role of the Retrofit Coordinator is to protect both the client’s interest and the public interest. Retrofit Coordinators need to be qualified to provide end-to-end project coordination (i.e. from the inception of a retrofit project to handover and beyond, including undertaking basic monitoring and evaluation work) and to identify, assess and manage the technical and process risks associated with domestic retrofit projects. The Retrofit Coordinator plays a pivotal and overarching role in the retrofit process. 

Compliance is a mandatory requirement of schemes wanting to operate under TrustMark – the new quality mark for the Retrofit sector. The Retrofit Coordinator will also be responsible for ensuring and claiming compliance with PAS2035. This qualification confirms occupational competence.

This qualification takes a practical approach to learning with a balance of academic assignments, whilst applying the theory in practice with the application of retrofit software case studies based upon real-world projects. This ensures that newly qualified coordinators are ready to fulfil their role confidently when entering the marketplace.

Course Schedule

This qualification is made up of 10 mandatory units which have been allocated a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 170 hours.

The course is a self-paced remote learning course through our modern and interactive online learning management system, with help provided by your own assigned assessor and our dedicated helpline email address.

The following topics will be covered:

• Introduction to domestic retrofit*

• Assessing dwellings for retrofit

• Retrofit assurance and risk management

• Building physiology - heat gain and heat loss

• Building physiology - moisture

• Understanding and improving building fabric

• Understanding and improving building services

• Improving air tightness and ventilation

• Improvement option valuation and medium term retrofit plans

• Post retrofit testing, monitoring and evaluation

• Followed by practical software learning and practical assessment 

You will be assessed by multiple choice tests, written questions, and video/ audio presentation at the end of each module. As well as practical software assessments towards the end of the course to ensure that you feel prepared to conduct real life coordination projects.

*Please note: Learners that have achieved the Level 3 Award in Introduction to Domestic Retrofit are exempt from Unit 1

Prerequisites

This qualification is aimed at those already familiar with retrofit and project management. Learners will need to demonstrate that they are familiar with domestic construction techniques, able to read and understand construction drawings and specifications, are familiar with the Building Regulations and with construction health and safety regulations and practice, and have experience/ understanding of project management of retrofit (e.g. management of finances, contracts and the work of contractors etc). 

To qualify for this training course, students must meet both the experience requirement and hold one of the listed qualifications/experience options:

1. Experience Requirement:

- Applicants must have at least 2 years of experience working in the construction or the built environment within the last 3 years.

- Proof of this experience is required, which can be demonstrated through a CV or a letter from an employer.

2. Qualification Requirement:

Applicants must also hold at least one of the following:

- A professional qualification in a building-related field such as architecture, surveying, engineering, construction management, or another subject related to managing or supervising construction and domestic projects.

- A National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) at Level 3 or above, or at least 12 credits at this level, in a subject related to the management or supervision of construction and domestic construction projects. Additionally, applicants must have experience in the building design or construction industry.

- Have completed the AECB CarbonLite™ Retrofit Coordination (CLRrc) course and currently be working in the building design or construction industry. 

3. Additional Requirements:

- Minimum Age: 18 years or older.

- Strong IT Skills: Applicants must possess strong IT skills to succeed in the course.

Whats Included?

• ABBE registration

• Access to our state of the art Learning Management System (LMS)

• Support from a dedicated assessor who will provide guidance and feedback on all of your assessments

• Introduction and access to PAS Hub software (provided by Core Logic)

• A dedicated resource centre with guidance, technical bulletins and additional practical information relevant to the retrofit coordination role

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