Sustainable Construction

Retrofit

Course Information

We provide NVQs for varying types of retrofit type works, ranging from a beginner’s Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit through to retrofit elemental works such as Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations and Level 3 NVQs in Insulation and Building Treatments.

NVQ Level 3 Award in the Inspection and Testing of Fire Stopping Installations

Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit

Learners are assessed against the qualification’s learning outcomes through a combination of methods:
  • Knowledge-Based Tests: Short-answer and multiple-choice questions to confirm understanding of retrofit principles, standards, and processes.
  • Practical Observation: Where applicable, candidates demonstrate awareness of retrofit techniques and safe working practices in either a real or simulated environment.
  • Portfolio of Evidence: Documentation compiled by the Approved Centre showing achievement across all mandatory units, including planning, materials, and techniques used in retrofit projects.
  • Final Technical Discussion: A structured discussion with an assessor to validate that all learning objectives have been met. [proqualab.com]
There are no formal entry requirements. However, it is recommended that candidates have basic literacy and numeracy skills and ideally some prior experience in construction or energy efficiency roles. Centres may carry out an initial skills assessment to identify any gaps.
On successful completion of all mandatory units, candidates are awarded the Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit. This qualification provides foundational knowledge of retrofit principles, materials, and techniques, supporting progression into roles such as Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, or further technical qualifications aligned with PAS 2035 standards.
Learners are assessed against the qualification’s learning outcomes through a combination of methods:
  • Knowledge-Based Tests: Short-answer and multiple-choice questions to confirm understanding of retrofit principles, standards, and processes.
  • Practical Observation: Where applicable, candidates demonstrate awareness of retrofit techniques and safe working practices in either a real or simulated environment.
  • Portfolio of Evidence: Documentation compiled by the Approved Centre showing achievement across all mandatory units, including planning, materials, and techniques used in retrofit projects.
  • Final Technical Discussion: A structured discussion with an assessor to validate that all learning objectives have been met. [proqualab.com]
There are no formal entry requirements. However, it is recommended that candidates have basic literacy and numeracy skills and ideally some prior experience in construction or energy efficiency roles. Centres may carry out an initial skills assessment to identify any gaps.
On successful completion of all mandatory units, candidates are awarded the Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit. This qualification provides foundational knowledge of retrofit principles, materials, and techniques, supporting progression into roles such as Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, or further technical qualifications aligned with PAS 2035 standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Government decarbonisation targets and growing demand for energy-efficient homes mean that retrofit skills are now essential across the construction and housing sectors.

Retrofit courses benefit both new entrants and experienced tradespeople, including installers, surveyors, assessors, and anyone working on domestic energy-efficiency upgrades.

Retrofit techniques apply to existing residential homes, social housing, older properties, and buildings that require improved insulation, ventilation, or energy performance.

Yes. Retrofit knowledge complements roles in insulation, cladding, carpentry, heating systems, and general construction, making it a strong addition to a technician or installer’s skill set.

Absolutely. Many learners come from non-construction backgrounds and use retrofit training as a route into energy-efficiency, sustainability, or low-carbon careers.

Training can support progression into roles such as Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, Installer, Project Coordinator, or specialist roles within insulation and building treatments.

For NVQs, yes. They require real work evidence. However, knowledge-based qualifications (like the Level 2 Award) do not require current employment.

Yes. Centres often offer group training, workplace assessment, and tailored programmes that help organisations upskill staff for large-scale retrofit projects.

Mandatory Units
Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Erecting masonry structures in the workplace
Setting out masonry structures in the workplace

Course Information

We provide NVQs for varying types of retrofit type works, ranging from a beginner’s Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit through to retrofit elemental works such as Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations and Level 3 NVQs in Insulation and Building Treatments.

NVQ Level 3 Award in the Inspection and Testing of Fire Stopping Installations
Learners are assessed against the qualification’s learning outcomes through a combination of methods:
  • Knowledge-Based Tests: Short-answer and multiple-choice questions to confirm understanding of retrofit principles, standards, and processes.
  • Practical Observation: Where applicable, candidates demonstrate awareness of retrofit techniques and safe working practices in either a real or simulated environment.
  • Portfolio of Evidence: Documentation compiled by the Approved Centre showing achievement across all mandatory units, including planning, materials, and techniques used in retrofit projects.
  • Final Technical Discussion: A structured discussion with an assessor to validate that all learning objectives have been met. [proqualab.com]
There are no formal entry requirements. However, it is recommended that candidates have basic literacy and numeracy skills and ideally some prior experience in construction or energy efficiency roles. Centres may carry out an initial skills assessment to identify any gaps.
On successful completion of all mandatory units, candidates are awarded the Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit. This qualification provides foundational knowledge of retrofit principles, materials, and techniques, supporting progression into roles such as Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, or further technical qualifications aligned with PAS 2035 standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Government decarbonisation targets and growing demand for energy-efficient homes mean that retrofit skills are now essential across the construction and housing sectors.

Retrofit courses benefit both new entrants and experienced tradespeople, including installers, surveyors, assessors, and anyone working on domestic energy-efficiency upgrades.

Retrofit techniques apply to existing residential homes, social housing, older properties, and buildings that require improved insulation, ventilation, or energy performance.

Yes. Retrofit knowledge complements roles in insulation, cladding, carpentry, heating systems, and general construction, making it a strong addition to a technician or installer’s skill set.

Absolutely. Many learners come from non-construction backgrounds and use retrofit training as a route into energy-efficiency, sustainability, or low-carbon careers.

Training can support progression into roles such as Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, Installer, Project Coordinator, or specialist roles within insulation and building treatments.

For NVQs, yes. They require real work evidence. However, knowledge-based qualifications (like the Level 2 Award) do not require current employment.

Yes. Centres often offer group training, workplace assessment, and tailored programmes that help organisations upskill staff for large-scale retrofit projects.

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Course Information

We provide NVQs for varying types of retrofit type works, ranging from a beginner’s Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit through to retrofit elemental works such as Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations and Level 3 NVQs in Insulation and Building Treatments.

NVQ Level 3 Award in the Inspection and Testing of Fire Stopping Installations

Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit

Learners are assessed against the qualification’s learning outcomes through a combination of methods:
  • Knowledge-Based Tests: Short-answer and multiple-choice questions to confirm understanding of retrofit principles, standards, and processes.
  • Practical Observation: Where applicable, candidates demonstrate awareness of retrofit techniques and safe working practices in either a real or simulated environment.
  • Portfolio of Evidence: Documentation compiled by the Approved Centre showing achievement across all mandatory units, including planning, materials, and techniques used in retrofit projects.
  • Final Technical Discussion: A structured discussion with an assessor to validate that all learning objectives have been met. [proqualab.com]
There are no formal entry requirements. However, it is recommended that candidates have basic literacy and numeracy skills and ideally some prior experience in construction or energy efficiency roles. Centres may carry out an initial skills assessment to identify any gaps.
On successful completion of all mandatory units, candidates are awarded the Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit. This qualification provides foundational knowledge of retrofit principles, materials, and techniques, supporting progression into roles such as Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, or further technical qualifications aligned with PAS 2035 standards.
Learners are assessed against the qualification’s learning outcomes through a combination of methods:
  • Knowledge-Based Tests: Short-answer and multiple-choice questions to confirm understanding of retrofit principles, standards, and processes.
  • Practical Observation: Where applicable, candidates demonstrate awareness of retrofit techniques and safe working practices in either a real or simulated environment.
  • Portfolio of Evidence: Documentation compiled by the Approved Centre showing achievement across all mandatory units, including planning, materials, and techniques used in retrofit projects.
  • Final Technical Discussion: A structured discussion with an assessor to validate that all learning objectives have been met. [proqualab.com]
There are no formal entry requirements. However, it is recommended that candidates have basic literacy and numeracy skills and ideally some prior experience in construction or energy efficiency roles. Centres may carry out an initial skills assessment to identify any gaps.
On successful completion of all mandatory units, candidates are awarded the Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit. This qualification provides foundational knowledge of retrofit principles, materials, and techniques, supporting progression into roles such as Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, or further technical qualifications aligned with PAS 2035 standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Government decarbonisation targets and growing demand for energy-efficient homes mean that retrofit skills are now essential across the construction and housing sectors.

Retrofit courses benefit both new entrants and experienced tradespeople, including installers, surveyors, assessors, and anyone working on domestic energy-efficiency upgrades.

Retrofit techniques apply to existing residential homes, social housing, older properties, and buildings that require improved insulation, ventilation, or energy performance.

Yes. Retrofit knowledge complements roles in insulation, cladding, carpentry, heating systems, and general construction, making it a strong addition to a technician or installer’s skill set.

Absolutely. Many learners come from non-construction backgrounds and use retrofit training as a route into energy-efficiency, sustainability, or low-carbon careers.

Training can support progression into roles such as Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, Installer, Project Coordinator, or specialist roles within insulation and building treatments.

For NVQs, yes. They require real work evidence. However, knowledge-based qualifications (like the Level 2 Award) do not require current employment.

Yes. Centres often offer group training, workplace assessment, and tailored programmes that help organisations upskill staff for large-scale retrofit projects.

Mandatory Units
Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Erecting masonry structures in the workplace
Setting out masonry structures in the workplace

Course Information

We provide NVQs for varying types of retrofit type works, ranging from a beginner’s Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit through to retrofit elemental works such as Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations and Level 3 NVQs in Insulation and Building Treatments.

NVQ Level 3 Award in the Inspection and Testing of Fire Stopping Installations
Learners are assessed against the qualification’s learning outcomes through a combination of methods:
  • Knowledge-Based Tests: Short-answer and multiple-choice questions to confirm understanding of retrofit principles, standards, and processes.
  • Practical Observation: Where applicable, candidates demonstrate awareness of retrofit techniques and safe working practices in either a real or simulated environment.
  • Portfolio of Evidence: Documentation compiled by the Approved Centre showing achievement across all mandatory units, including planning, materials, and techniques used in retrofit projects.
  • Final Technical Discussion: A structured discussion with an assessor to validate that all learning objectives have been met. [proqualab.com]
There are no formal entry requirements. However, it is recommended that candidates have basic literacy and numeracy skills and ideally some prior experience in construction or energy efficiency roles. Centres may carry out an initial skills assessment to identify any gaps.
On successful completion of all mandatory units, candidates are awarded the Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit. This qualification provides foundational knowledge of retrofit principles, materials, and techniques, supporting progression into roles such as Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, or further technical qualifications aligned with PAS 2035 standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

An NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) is a work-based qualification that assesses your skills and knowledge in a real job environment. You learn on the job and are assessed through practical tasks and evidence of your performance. NVQs are available in a wide range of industries and at different levels, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced professionals looking to progress in their careers.

Completing an NVQ offers practical, work-based recognition of your skills, helping you advance your career without needing formal exams. It boosts employability and the opportunity for better pay by proving you meet industry standards, allows flexible learning alongside a job, and supports progression to higher qualifications or senior roles in your field. It also provides CSCS card access.

Yes – NVQs are site-based with flexible assessor support.

Yes – NVQs are for those already doing the job.

Candidates receive one-on-one support from a dedicated assessor, flexible assessment methods tailored to their job role, access to an online portfolio system, regular progress reviews, and technical or pastoral support as needed throughout the qualification.

Yes – You may be eligible for funding, depending on current government initiatives at the time of enrolment. The CITB also offers grants for eligible employers, which can be claimed once a candidate completes their NVQ. Grant amounts typically range from £600 to £1,500, depending on the NVQ level. Please see our dedicated Funding page for more information.

Yes – CITB grants apply per eligible learner (for CITB registered employers).

NVQ Levels reflect increasing responsibility and expertise. Level 2 suits skilled workers under supervision, while Level 3 is for more independent or supervisory roles. Levels 4 and 5 cover management and technical skills, and Levels 6 and 7 are for senior professionals in high-level or strategic roles.

NVQs at Levels 2 and 3 typically require 1–2 site visits and are led by the training provider. For higher levels (4, 6, and 7), the qualifications are learner-led, with completion time depending on the candidate’s availability and commitment. On average, these higher-level NVQs take around 4–8 weeks to complete, focusing more on the candidate’s input than the number of site visits.

No written exams are required for NVQs. Instead, you’re assessed through practical tasks, on-the-job performance, and a portfolio of evidence that shows you meet the required standards.

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Free Review Check

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We’ll help you understand the options available to you.