

Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency for Older and Traditional Buildings
UK Retrofit Training Course
Why Choose This Course in the UK?
Older and traditional buildings form an important part of the UK’s built heritage, but improving their energy efficiency requires specialist knowledge. The Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency for Older and Traditional Buildings provides practical skills to assess, plan and deliver energy-efficient retrofit solutions for historic buildings, while preserving their architectural character.
This course is ideal for those looking to gain recognised UK retrofit qualifications and develop expertise in retrofitting pre-1919 properties, including work aligned with PAS 2035 standards.
Who Should Enrol?
This course is perfect for built environment professionals seeking specialist training in older and traditional buildings, including:
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Architects
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Surveyors
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Conservation Officers
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Retrofit Assessors
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Retrofit Coordinators
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Retrofit Designers
It is especially useful for anyone working on pre-1919 homes or heritage buildings who wants to understand energy efficiency measures for traditional buildings.
What You Will Learn: Core Modules
Delivered online through The Retrofit Academy’s platform, this online retrofit training UK consists of three comprehensive modules:
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Age, Nature and Characteristics of Older and Traditional Buildings
Understand building types, materials, construction methods and their impact on thermal performance -
Assessing Options for Energy Efficiency Measures
Learn how to evaluate and select appropriate energy efficiency measures for older and traditional buildings -
Making Recommendations for Energy Efficiency
Develop practical skills to provide guidance on improving energy efficiency while preserving the historic and architectural value of buildings
The course takes approximately 27 hours to complete, with up to six months of access.
Certification and Assessment
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Gain an official ABBE Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency for Older and Traditional Buildings
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Assessment includes an online multiple-choice exam and a final professional discussion
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Provides a recognised UK retrofit qualification suitable for advancing careers in retrofit and energy efficiency
Cost and Funding
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Course fee: £395 + VAT
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Delivered in partnership with The Retrofit Academy
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CITB funding may be available for registered employers
This makes the course an accessible option for professionals looking to improve energy efficiency skills in historic buildings or gain a specialist retrofit qualification UK.
Next Steps
Take your expertise in retrofitting older and traditional buildings to the next level.
👉 Enrol now or contact us for more information on funding, start dates or career progression in the UK retrofit sector