SERC will deliver a free Greentech Academy for candidates looking to upskill in up to three accredited Green Skills courses.
The Academy is fully funded through the Ards and North Down Labour Market Partnership (LMP)
Participants will be offered a range of industry relevant qualifications selected to complement and enhance each other.
Industry Relevant Qualifications
Level 3 Certification in Water Regulations
- This course is ideal for plumbers aiming to broaden their professional qualifications and meet the legal requirements for joining industry-recognised schemes such as the Water Industry Approved Plumber Scheme, plumbing Competent Person Schemes (CPS), or the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).
- Start Date: Multiple dates available
- Campus: SERC Holywood Campus
Level 3 Award in Hot Water Systems & Safety (including Unvented Hot Water)
- This course is ideal for plumbing and heating engineers seeking to gain a recognised qualification in the safe installation and servicing of unvented domestic hot water systems. It ensures operatives are fully compliant with legislation and standards, including Approved Document G. Successful learners will be better equipped to meet industry demands and may progress into specialist plumbing roles.
- Start Date: Multiple dates available
- Campus: SERC Holywood Campus
Level 3 in Design of Heat Pump Systems
- This course is ideal for experienced heating and plumbing professionals looking to upskill in the design of low-carbon heating systems. With a focus on heat pump technologies, learners will gain essential knowledge and hands-on experience in designing systems that comply with modern standards and support the transition away from fossil fuels.
- Start Date: Multiple dates available
- Campus: SERC Holywood Campus
Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pumps
- With the increasing demand for sustainable heating solutions, this course equips experienced heating professionals with essential skills to install and maintain air source heat pump systems. Aligned with the OFT21-504A qualification, it supports learners in becoming certified for OFTEC and MCS registration under the MIS 3005-I Heat Pump Standard.
- Start Date: Multiple dates available
- Campus: SERC Holywood Campus
C&G Level 2 Award in Retrofit
- This qualification is aimed at learners who have recently entered into the construction industry. This qualification is also suitable for tradespeople who desire to develop or improve their knowledge of retrofit in the construction industry. It is also for those without retrofit experience (electricians, joiners, plumbers, plasterers, bricklayers etc) who may wish to work in the related field of retrofit professional roles such as a retrofit assessor.
- Start Date: Multiple dates available
- Campus: SERC Holywood Campus
OCN NI Level 2 Reducing Energy in Building
- This course is ideal for individuals working in or interested in the renewable energy and sustainable construction sectors. It provides essential knowledge on insulation, mechanical ventilation, and emerging green technologies, equipping learners with the skills to support carbon reduction in domestic dwellings.
- Start Date: Multiple dates available
- Campus: SERC Holywood Campus
Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems
- As the demand for clean, renewable energy grows, solar PV systems are becoming an essential part of the UK’s transition to net-zero. This course provides a timely opportunity for electricians and MCS installers to upskill in a high-growth sector.
- Start Date: Multiple dates available
- Campus: SERC Holywood Campus
Installation and Commissioning of Electrical Energy Storage Systems
- This regulated qualification is for learners wishing to achieve a regulated qualification in the Design, Installation and Commissioning of EESS. This qualification is in accordance with BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations and the IET Code of Practice for Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS).
- Start Date: Multiple dates available
- Campus: SERC Holywood Campus
Design and installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations
- This regulated qualification is for those wishing to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in the Installation and Commissioning of Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment in Domestic, Commercial and Industrial locations.
- Start Date: Multiple dates available
- Campus: SERC Newtownards Campus
Eligibility Criteria
- The qualifications range from those who would like to gain an awareness in Green Skills to qualified Plumbers and Electricians.
- Each of the courses will have their own entry criteria set out by the relevant awarding bodies, the entry criteria will be provided on enquiry.
- Copies of valid certificates to meet relevant entry criteria must be provided prior to being offered a place on a course.
- Participants must have a business address based in the Ards and North Down Borough Area.
Campus
All courses will be held in SERC Holywood Campus, Old Holywood Road, Co. Down, BT18 9QH with the exception of Design and installation of domestic and small commercial electric vehicle charging installations which will be held in the SERC Newtownards Campus, Victoria Avenue, Co Down, BT23 7EH.
Secure your place today!
For further information please contact:
- Kelly Donnelly, Business Development Manager
- T: 078 6614 6618
- E: kdonnelly@serc.ac.uk