HERTFORDSHIRE FUNDING
Hertfordshire – LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management
12 months Retrofit Academy Membership included with this course.
Accelerate Your Career by Becoming a Retrofit Coordinator!
Retrofit Coordinators are the project managers who oversee domestic retrofit projects from start to finish.
They are experienced professionals who support homeowners, residents and landlords to achieve their retrofit goals. They have to comply with British Standard PAS 2035 and are regulated by a government-endorsed TrustMark consumer protection scheme.
The Retrofit Academy offers the original and best Retrofit Coordinator Diploma – trusted by over 3,000 learners to date and endorsed by leading industry employers.
What’s more is, upon graduation of this course, you’ll receive TrustMark accreditation with The Retrofit Academy for your first 12 months in practice. Plus, Professional Membership with The Retrofit Academy, providing all the support you need as you start to practice together with free HomeLife® software.
Retrofit Academy offers the highest quality retrofit training courses, underpinned by brilliant customer support, at a market leading price.
Included with your course:
- PAS 2035 Compliant Training
- Expert support from experienced Skills Coaches
- Support into practice — 12 months Professional Membership included
- Access to jobs and employers
- TrustMark accreditation included
- NEW Bridging Course - Retrofit Coordinator Into Practice
Who is this for?
Designed for experienced housing, construction and design professionals who hold a minimum of 12 credits towards a Level 3 qualification in a related subject.
Duration and content
16-week intensive course, requiring 10 hours per week self-study with a 4-hour, expert-led Live Session every Tuesday via Microsoft Teams.
Trustmark Accreditation
Upon completing the course, you will become an accredited TrustMark Retrofit Coordinator through The Retrofit Academy at no extra cost.
What our Learners have to say
Watch Sam’s case study to learn more about the training and support from The Retrofit Academy and how it played a crucial role in expanding his services.
What are skills bootcamps?
Skills Bootcamps offer funded* flexible courses for up to 16 weeks, allowing people to build sector-specific skills and launch their careers in energy efficiency and retrofit roles. They are designed to ensure adults can retrain and upskill whatever their starting point, providing a clear line of site to a new role, opportunity or contract.
You will be eligible to apply if you can provide proof of residency in the Hertfordshire area. The Skills Bootcamps include flexible online guided learning designed to work around your schedule, workshops and assignments.
*Fully funded for unemployed, self-employed and career changers. For learners put forward by their company (co-funded) the employer pays match funding up to 10% for an SME (1-249 employees) and up to 30% for a Large Enterprise (250+ employees).
Clive Rowland - Lead Tutor
Clive has over 16 years’ experience in the retrofit industry, including energy assessments of existing and new build dwellings, thermal imaging, air pressure testing, building forensics, post occupancy evaluation and building performance monitoring. He co-wrote and delivered the training for one of the modules for the PAS 2035 Retrofit Co-ordinator qualification and was part of the advisory panel for the Green Deal Advisor National Occupational Standards.
Dominic Ives - Tutor
Dominic joined the Retrofit Academy in February 2024 as a Retrofit Skills Coach. Dominic has previously been working as a Retrofit Coordinator working on SHDF Wave 1 projects in the Southwest. He has worked as a natural builder working with cob as well in conventional construction and renovation. Further experience and study have focused on practical sustainability, arboriculture and horticulture. Dominic is currently also studying an MSc part time in Green Building and has keen interests in ultra-low energy buildings, natural materials and domestic energy.
Modules
The AIM Qualifications Level 5 Diploma consists of 13 in-depth modules designed to cover all critical aspects of Retrofit Coordination:
- Introduction to Domestic Retrofit
- Retrofit Quality Assurance and Risk Management
- Building Physics – Thermal Efficiency
- Building Physics – Managing Moisture Risk
- Assessing Dwellings for Retrofit and RdSAP Methodology
- Improvement Option Evaluation and Medium-Term Retrofit Plans
- Improving the Building Fabric – Floors and Roofs
- Improving the Building Fabric – Walls and Windows
- Improving Air-Tightness and Ventilation
- Improving the Building Services – Heating, Hot Water, Lighting and Power
- Improving the Building Services – Renewable Energy Systems
- Post-Retrofit Testing, Monitoring and Evaluation
- Coordinator into Practice: TrustMark Support and Homelife Software
NEW - Retrofit Coordinator into Practice: Bridging Course
This free, 15-hour short course is designed exclusively for recent graduates of the Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management with The Retrofit Academy. Featuring four essential modules, this interactive course equips learners with the tools to transition smoothly into professional practice and apply PAS 2035 standards with confidence.
COURSE MODULES:
- Getting Started as a Retrofit Coordinator – Practical steps for launching your career as a Retrofit Coordinator.
- Meeting TrustMark’s Requirements – Navigating compliance with ease.
- Homelife Software Training – Hands-on guidance to streamline project management.
- Working with Other PAS Professionals – Building effective collaborations in the field.
Delivered via The Retrofit Academy’s cutting-edge online platform, this course offers video lessons and interactive support to prepare you for immediate success in the industry.
ELIGIBILITY:
- Must have graduated the Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management with The Retrofit Academy within the past 12 months, or, have graduated with The Retrofit Academy as a Retrofit Coordinator and hold a Professional Membership with The Retrofit Academy.
Method Of Study
When you sign up for the course, you’ll gain access to our supported online learning platform, where all course materials and assessments are hosted. You’ll be allocated a dedicated Retrofit Skills Coach who will support your progress throughout the 16-week programme. Each week, you’ll join a live 4-hour expert-led session on Microsoft Teams, offering valuable peer learning opportunities and direct engagement with your tutor.
Learning experience
Once you’ve enrolled on this course, you can expect:
- Supported online learning through our State-of-the-art online learning platform
- 24/7 Access
- Expert-Led Sessions
- Peer Learning
- In-depth training modules
- Unlimited support from experienced Skills Coaches
- 12-month The Retrofit Academy Hub membership
Certification
All learners successfully passing the assessments will be recommended for the award of the Level 5
Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management from AIM Qualifications, an Ofqual-regulated
Awarding Body.
Eligibility
To enrol on the Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management, learners should:
- Hold a professional qualification in a building-related subject such as architecture, surveying, engineering, or construction management; or
- Hold a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) at Level 3 or above in a subject related to the management or supervision of construction and domestic construction projects.
Learners should also be familiar with domestic construction techniques, able to read and understand construction drawings and specifications, and have knowledge of Building Regulations and construction health and safety regulations and practice.
Learners must also:
- Provide proof of residency in the Hertfordshire area.
- Be 18 or over.
- Have a stable internet connection.
- Have access to a desktop or laptop computer.
Assessment
All learners are assigned to one of The Retrofit Academy’s skills coaches who will provide guidance and feedback on all of your assessments. All skills coaches are graduates from the Level 5 Diploma, handpicked for their experience and expertise.
The course is assessed via:
- End of module multiple choice tests
- Short written assignments relating to the key learning objectives
- A verbal presentation relating to the case study
TRUSTMARK ACCREDITATION
Upon successful graduation of the Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management, learners who applied from the 1st July 2024 will be awarded Trustmark Accreditation for the role of Retrofit Coordinator through the new TRA/Sterling Accreditation scheme.
The Retrofit Academy Membership
Upon graduation, you will become recognised as a Retrofit Academy Member at the appropriate level, often at Associate Level in your early years of practice. You can progress through Practitioner levels to ultimately apply for Retrofit Academy Fellowship.
The first 12 months are FREE post graduation. The ongoing membership fee is £295 plus VAT per year. (Includes TrustMark accreditation)
After you have completed the certified course, you will gain access to The Retrofit Academy Hub, providing:
- Your own profile page to showcase your skills and achievements to the retrofit sector
- CPD Accredited courses to maintain professional status
- Connectivity with employers and job opportunities
- Access to 40+ online Professional Forums and Clubs per year
- Access to Technical Discussions and Best Practice Groups
- Access to HomeLife® Software – end to end retrofit management data-tracking, coordination, monitoring, lodgement and reporting with full TrustMark integration (usually costing up to £2000 per year).
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