Certificate in Sustainability

Wind TurbineAttendance on each course will result in a CPD Certificate being awarded, and successful completion of the series of courses will lead to, subject to assessment, the Association's Certificate in Sustainability.

Principles of Sustainability

Resources and Sustainability

Energy and Carbon Assessment

Sustainability and Design

Principles of Sustainability

Who will benefit
Those wishing to gain an understanding of sustainability issues within the low carbon development and construction industry.

Learning Outcome
This course develops the basic knowledge of sustainability and associated legislation within the domestic housing market.

Programme
Legislation, carbon footprints, environmental, social and economic principles.

Cost
ABE Members £125 + VAT
Non Members £175 + VAT

Duration
1 Day

Certification
This module counts towards the Certificate in Sustainability

Locations and Dates
More dates TBC

Resources and Sustainablity

Who will benefit
Individuals who wish to build on their understanding of sustainability issues and resources.

Learning Outcome
This course introduces areas of sustainability which are particularly important when dealing with low/zero carbon properties

Programme
Energy and climate change, water use/management, materials

Cost
ABE Members £125 + VAT
Non Members £175 + VAT

Duration
1 day

Certification
This module counts towards the Certificate in Sustainability

Location and Dates
27 June 2012 – East Midlands

Energy and Carbon Assessment

Who will benefit
Ideal for those wishing to gain a detailed understanding of sustainability issues and the assessment methodologies.

Learning Outcome
This course develops a detailed awareness of the various tools for assessing the sustainability of domestic properties.

Programme
Assessment tools, Code for Sustainable Homes, SAP

Cost
ABE Members £125 +VAT
Non Members £175 + VAT

Duration
1 day

Certification
This module counts towards the Certificate in Sustainability

Location and Dates
More dates TBC

Sustainability and Design

Who will benefit
Ideal for those wishing to build on an understanding of sustainability issues within design stages.

Learning Outcome
This course is focused on design issues and considerations of domestic properties.

Programme
Building Regulations, Code assessment, Feed-in tariff

Cost
ABE Members £125 + VAT
Non Members £175 + VAT

Duration
1 day

Certification
This module counts towards the Certificate in Sustainability

Locations and Dates
28 June 2012 – East Midlands