Level 3 Certificate
Specialist retrofit
Retrofit that respects older homes
Pre-1919 and traditionally built homes need a different approach to retrofit because of their breathable materials, heritage value and construction methods. This Award gives you the knowledge to assess them properly and recommend measures that improve energy efficiency without harming the building.
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E-learning material
Work through the course online, at your own pace, from any device.
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Online tutoring
Support from a tutor as you work through the three units.
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Risk paths B and C
Built for PAS 2035 projects on traditional and protected buildings.
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Three focused units
From recognising a building’s age and nature to advising on measures.
Course details
What is the Level 3 Award for Older and Traditional Buildings?
A specialised qualification for retrofit professionals assessing and planning improvements to pre-1919 buildings and other traditionally constructed homes. Tap any section below to open it.
Course overview
The Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency Measures for Older and Traditional Buildings is ideal for Retrofit Assessors, Designers and Coordinators working on traditional and protected buildings within risk paths B and C.
On completion you will be able to recognise the age, nature and characteristics of older and traditional buildings, and assess the options for introducing energy efficiency measures to these challenging buildings.
These homes require a different approach because of their breathable materials, heritage value and construction methods. Measures that work well in a modern home can trap moisture or damage historic fabric in an older one, which is why PAS 2035 treats them as higher-risk projects.
Not a Retrofit Assessor yet? Start with the Level 3 Certificate for Retrofit Assessor, or take the combined Domestic Energy Assessor and Retrofit Assessor course.
Who this course is for
- Retrofit Assessors — assessing traditional or protected homes under PAS 2035.
- Retrofit Coordinators — overseeing retrofit projects that involve older properties.
- Retrofit Designers — specifying measures for traditional and protected buildings.
- Anyone working on risk path B or C projects — where the building type makes retrofit higher risk.
Entry requirements
- Aged 18 or over
- Basic computer skills — the course is delivered online.
What's included
- NOCN Level 3 AwardIn Energy Efficiency Measures for Older and Traditional Buildings, issued on successful completion.
- Three mandatory unitsFrom recognising older buildings to advising on energy efficiency measures.
- E-learning materialSelf-paced, from any device, with no fixed start date.
- Online tutoringTutor support while you study.
The three units
Learners complete three mandatory units:
Unit 1Recognising the age, nature and characteristics of older and traditional buildings
Unit 2Evaluating the options for introducing energy efficiency measures to older and traditional buildings
Unit 3Making recommendations and providing advice on the introduction of energy efficiency measures to older and traditional buildings
How long does the course take?
The course is self-paced, so you work through the e-learning material in your own time, with online tutoring to support you. Start any time.
How it's delivered and assessed
The course is delivered online through e-learning material and online tutoring. There is no classroom attendance.
Enrol and get access
We set up your learner account and you start straight away, from any device.
Study the three units
Work through the e-learning material with online tutor support.
Gain your certificate
The NOCN accredited Level 3 Award.
Certification: on successful completion you receive the NOCN accredited Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency Measures for Older and Traditional Buildings.
Apply
Apply for the older buildings course
Send your details and we will confirm your place, your funding and your next steps. We reply within one working day.
Careers and progression
Who needs this qualification?
Retrofit Assessors and Retrofit Coordinators working on traditional or protected buildings under the PAS 2035 framework need this qualification. If you carry out retrofit assessments or oversee retrofit projects involving older properties, it is essential training for compliance and for delivering good outcomes on heritage homes.
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Level 3
Certificate for Retrofit Assessor — ABBE
Carry out the PAS 2035 assessments that a retrofit project is planned from.
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You are here · Level 3
Award in Energy Efficiency for Older and Traditional Buildings
Extend your work to traditional and protected homes.
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Level 5
Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Assessment
Run retrofit projects end to end as the accountable coordinator.
New to retrofit? Start with the Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit.
Spread the cost
Pay in 3 interest-free instalments
Split your course fee into three payments, with no interest and nothing extra to pay.
- Payment one0% interest
- Payment two0% interest
- Payment three0% interest
Funding
CITB registered employers can get 50% funding
If your business is registered with CITB, half the cost of this course can be funded. Everyone can pay in 3 interest-free instalments.
- 50% funding — for CITB registered employers. If you are not CITB registered, this does not apply.
- We do the paperwork — send us your CITB registration number and we will confirm what you can claim before you commit.
50%
For CITB registered employers
Half the cost of the qualification. Not registered with CITB? You can still pay in 3 interest-free instalments.
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Common questions
Older and Traditional Buildings FAQs
A specialised qualification that equips retrofit professionals with the knowledge to assess and plan improvements in pre-1919 buildings and other traditionally constructed homes, which need a different approach because of their breathable materials, heritage value and construction methods.
Retrofit Assessors and Retrofit Coordinators working on traditional or protected buildings under the PAS 2035 framework. If you carry out retrofit assessments or oversee retrofit projects involving older properties, this training is essential.
Yes, if you intend to assess or coordinate retrofit works on pre-1919 or traditionally built homes. It is required under PAS 2035 for that work, and essential for delivering good outcomes on heritage properties.
PAS 2035 sorts retrofit projects into risk paths. Traditional and protected buildings fall into the higher-risk paths, B and C, which is where this qualification applies.
Yes. The course is fully online and self-paced, with e-learning material and online tutoring.
You need to be aged 18 or over, with basic computer skills.
CITB registered employers can get 50% funding, and everyone can pay in 3 interest-free instalments.
Related courses
Related retrofit courses
Level 5 Diploma
Retrofit Coordination and Risk Assessment
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