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What training is available?
What training is available?
West Lothian College is offering SVQ in Insulation and Building Treatments (Construction) courses at SCQF levels 5 and 6. Further details can be found on their website.
| Qualification routes |
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| SVQ in Insulation and Building Treatments (Construction) at SCQF level 5 |
| Pathway 1 Wood Preserving and Damp-proofing Optional Route (Route Total = 7 Units) |
| Pathway 2 Wall Tie Replacement Optional Route (Route Total = 7 Units) |
| Pathway 3 Cavity Wall Insulation Optional Route (Route Total = 5 Units) |
| Pathway 4 Cold Roof Insulation Optional Route (Route Total = 5 Units) |
| Pathway 5 Solid Floor Insulation Optional Route (Route Total = 5 Units) |
| Pathway 6 Under Floor Insulation Optional Route (Route Total = 5 Units) |
| SVQ in Insulation and Building Treatments (Construction) at SCQF level 6 |
| PATHWAY 1 Room in Roof Optional Route (Route Total = 9 Units) |
| PATHWAY 2 Park Homes Optional Route (Route Total = 9 Units) |
| PATHWAY 3 Hybrid Wall Optional Route (Route Total = 7 Units) |
| PATHWAY 4 Insulate Framed Sections of Buildings Optional Route (Route Total = 6 Units) |
| PATHWAY 5 External Wall Insulation Border Optional Route (Route Total = 6 Units) |
| PATHWAY 6 External Wall Insulation Finisher Optional Route (Route Total = 6 Units) |
| PATHWAY 7 External Wall Insulation Border/Finisher Optional Route (Route Total = 7 Units) |
| PATHWAY 8 Internal Insulation (Walls) Optional Route (Route Total = 6 Units) |
Further available training
Dumfries and Galloway
Dumfries and Galloway College have partnered with Retrofit Academy to establish their only approved centre in Scotland. A range of courses are available and are run online, meaning they are accessible to all individuals and businesses, regardless of where they are based. Funding may be available to Dumfries and Galloway based businesses, and you can contact the college directly to discuss this.
Stirling
Historic Environment Scotland is running a two-day Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency Measures for Older and Traditional Buildings course at their Engine Shed site in Stirling across several dates in 2025.
The course is accredited by the National Open College Network (NOCN) and delivered by experts leading the way in energy efficiency for traditional and older buildings. It’s designed for anyone aged 18 and over, who already has a background and experience in the construction industry.
