Our green skills courses are designed to address the growth need in upskilling in renewable energy. Whether you are looking for general awareness courses to support your workforce to become greener or are looking for specialist technical training to ensure your workforce are competent in renewable energy, there are a range of courses at a range of levels available across region. Please see below for available courses:
Awareness Courses
Climate Change
East Coast College
- Lowestoft/Great Yarmouth Campus
- 2 days
- This course supports a greater understanding of climatic change and the impacts upon the environment.
Becoming More ‘Green Aware’
East Coast College
- Lowestoft/Great Yarmouth Campus
- 1 day
- This course will look at lifestyle choices that can have a positive impact on the environment.
Introduction to Sustainability and the Environment
College of West Anglia
- 4 weeks
- This course is designed to give you basic knowledge and understanding of sustainability and the environment and is ideal if you are looking to build more sustainable practices into your home or working life.
Understanding Environmental Sustainability
West Suffolk College
- Online
- 12 weeks
- This course will provide an overview of the principles of sustainable development, communities and energy management.
Environmental Management Foundation Certificate
West Suffolk College
- Sudbury
- 5 days over 5 weeks
- The course will include a specific focus on the commercial imperatives and business case for sustainability
Electric Vehicle
IMI Level 1 Hydrogen Vehicle Awareness
East Coast College
- Lowestoft Campus
- 2 days
- This course is designed to provide learners with an introduction to the knowledge of safe working practices, the dangers surrounding, and the precautions required to avoid potential injury when near hydrogen vehicles.
IMI Level 1 Introduction to Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Awareness
East Coast College
- Lowestoft Campus
- 1 day
- This course is designed to provide an introduction to the key concepts and principles of hybrid and electric vehicle technology.
IMI Level 2 Award in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
East Coast College
- Lowestoft Campus
- 2 days
- This course provides a comprehensive overview of hybrid and electric vehicle technology, focusing on the operational principles and maintenance requirements of these vehicles.
City College Norwich
- Norwich Campus
- Level 2 – This course is designed for technicians who maintain and repair electric/hybrid vehicles.
IMI Level 3 Award in Hybrid Electric Vehicle System Repair and Replacement
East Coast College
- Lowestoft Campus
- 3 days
- This course builds on the knowledge and skills gained in the Level 2 course and provides participants with a deeper understanding of the repair and replacement of hybrid and electric vehicle systems.
City College Norwich
- Norwich Campus
- Level 3 – This award is designed for learners who maintain and repair electrical/hybrid vehicles.
IMI Level 4 Award in Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components
East Coast College
- Lowestoft Campus
- 5 days
- This course is designed for experienced hybrid and electric vehicle technicians who want to gain a deeper understanding of the complex systems and components used in these vehicles.
Level 3 Award in the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Vehicle Charging Installations
West Suffolk College
- Bury St Edmunds
- 2 days
- This qualification is aimed at practicing electricians interested in understanding how to design and install the range of electric vehicle charging equipment and systems available
Renewable and Clean Energy
Introduction to Nuclear Power
East Coast College
- Lowestoft/Great Yarmouth Campus
- 5 days
- This course will explore the nuclear sector in terms of energy generation and safety standards as well as wider skills such as communication and teamwork.
Introduction to Offshore Wind
East Coast College
- Lowestoft/Great Yarmouth Campus
- 5 days
This course will explore the offshore wind sector in terms of safety, energy production and next steps for those seeking a potential career.
