In today’s fast-evolving social housing sector, having in-house expertise is more important than ever. That’s why Elmhurst offers training and accreditation services specifically designed to help social housing providers build internal capability and take control of their energy efficiency and retrofit programmes.
By upskilling your team, you not only reduce reliance on external contractors, but you also futureproof your organisation—ensuring projects are delivered with confidence, compliance, and long-term value.
Our industry-recognised training helps your staff gain the skills and qualifications needed to deliver high-quality EPCs, energy assessments, and full-scale retrofit projects. With Elmhurst, you’ll gain more than just knowledge—you’ll develop a trusted, accredited workforce supported by the UK’s largest independent scheme for energy and retrofit professionals.
Whether you’re building a new internal capability or expanding an existing team, we provide the flexibility, support, and credibility you need to drive meaningful results at scale.
Industry-Recognised Green Skills Training
Develop your internal capabilities with our expanding portfolio of energy assessment and retrofit courses. Each course is designed with practical learning and industry compliance in mind—helping your team support retrofit projects, energy reporting, and long-term sustainability goals. You can see a breakdown of our most popular courses below.
âś…Qualifications and competency aligned with industry standards
âś…Bespoke team training options
âś…On demand, online and face-to-face learning for flexibility
âś…Personalised learner support
âś…Real time visibility of your team’s learning progress
âś…Reduced costs and streamlined project delivery
Introduction to Energy Efficiency & Retrofit in Homes
Perfect for those new to the sector
This fully On Demand course introduces the key principles of home energy efficiency and retrofitting. It’s an accessible starting point for professionals across a wide range of roles who want to better understand the EPC and retrofit landscape. This course is particularly valuable for teams who need a solid foundation of knowledge to effectively support colleagues, engage with contractors, or contribute to initiatives within the organisation.
Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) - L3 Qualification
Produce EPCs and Assess Energy Performance Internally
This essential ABBE qualification course enables staff to carry out energy assessments and produce legally valid EPCs. It’s a great way to build in-house capability for measuring asset performance and meeting compliance obligations. No previous experience required.
Retrofit Assessor
Gather the Key Data to Kickstart Every Retrofit Project
Train your team to deliver the initial property assessments that form the foundation of every retrofit project. This includes completing an energy report and capturing the condition of the property, and occupancy details to inform retrofit planning. A must-have competency for anyone supporting PAS 2035 delivery.
Retrofit Coordinator- L5 Qualification
Lead and Manage Retrofit Projects with Confidence
Designed for those overseeing retrofit projects, this qualification equips professionals to manage projects from start to finish in line with PAS 2035 standards. Ideal for organisations looking to bring project management in-house and meet the requirements of government-funded schemes like ECO, GBIS, WH:SHF.
Quality Assured Accreditation
Elmhurst can provide that much needed continuity and ongoing support even after training is completed.
As a government and TrustMark-approved accreditation body, we provide competent professionals with dedicated technical support, expert guidance, and essential tools to streamline their work. We also ensure that your team is delivering work to the right professional standard through ongoing CPD and auditing.
âś… Expert Guidance When It Matters Most
Elmhurst members benefit from unrivalled technical support, provided by the UK’s largest dedicated team of EPC and retrofit professionals. These experts are available to assist teams whenever issues arise—whether in the office or out on-site—ensuring that staff feel supported and equipped to deliver high-quality, compliant work at every stage.
âś… Industry-Leading Tools for Energy and Retrofit Assessments
Elmhurst offers a powerful suite of mobile and online tools that streamline the delivery of EPCs and retrofit assessments. These solutions help teams work more efficiently, reduce errors, and maintain consistent standards across housing stock. Key tools include:
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RdSAP Go – Elmhurst’s flagship mobile software supports on-site data collection, evidence capture, and EPC generation. Built-in guidance and a dedicated technical advice section help users validate inputs and maintain data quality.
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Condition Report Go – Retrofit Assessors can gather all required information for property condition reports directly from a mobile device or tablet, making the assessment process faster and more efficient.
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Improvement Evaluator – This online tool enables users to model a range of potential energy efficiency measures and instantly evaluate their impact. It’s particularly valuable for both DEAs and Retrofit Coordinators, thanks to its built-in reporting function—which generates a PAS 2035-compliant improvement options evaluation report with ease.
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Occupancy Assessment Tool – Provides detailed occupancy profiles to inform tailored retrofit strategies and support accurate planning.
âś… Seamless Integration with Asset Management Systems
For organisations using major asset management platforms, Elmhurst’s integration with systems like NEC Housing (Northgate), SAVA Intelligent Energy (featured in platforms such as Aareon, Capita, Civica, and MRI) ensures that EPC data captured by Elmhurst-accredited teams flows directly into internal systems. This eliminates manual data entry, reduces administrative workload, and improves data accuracy—helping organisations make informed, timely decisions across retrofit programmes.
âś… Centralised Oversight with a Free Corporate Account
Elmhurst provides all partners with a Corporate Account—at no extra cost. This centralised platform enables organisations to efficiently manage multiple assessors, monitor assessments, access reports, and handle billing within a secure and streamlined environment.
