Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit

This Level 2 qualification provides learners with an overview of information used, the health and safety considerations, the resources used, the risks of damage, contractual requirements and the processes involved as part of retrofit activities.

Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit - Qualification Purpose

The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with the knowledge to understand the basic principles of domestic retrofit. This Level 2 qualification is primarily designed for learners who are aged 16 or older and who already have a background and experience in the construction industry or learners who are looking to move into this sector of the construction industry.

This qualification is vocationally based, and it aims to introduce learners to the retrofit sector of the construction industry. Successful completion of the qualification will provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the principles of retrofit. It is focused on the building insulation aspect of retrofit and is designed to support learners to progress onto the NVQ Level 2 in Building Insulation and Treatments. The qualification has been developed in partnership with the Retrofit Academy, the leading provider for education and training in the retrofit sector. 

Qualification Structure

Qualification Number: 603/7123/7

•  Unit 01 - Understanding Domestic Retrofit

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for learners undertaking this qualification, but it is principally designed for persons who are aged 16 years of age or older and who already have a background and experience in the construction industry. This could include learners who have achieved or working towards other construction qualifications such as Construction VRQs or individuals who work or have worked in the construction industry and are looking to move into the retrofit sector. 

The learner must be in a position to demonstrate the requirements of the qualifications and have access to required assessment opportunities and relevant resources. 

Progression

Achievement of this qualification confirms the learner has gained the knowledge and understanding required to:

• Progress directly into employment
• Progress into further learning at a higher level 

The design of the course is focused on providing the learner with the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding to assist with progression onto the NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Building Treatments and Insulation or into employment in the retrofit sector of the construction industry.