Sustainable Futures Green Academy

Start Date: August 2024

The HND in Environmental Conservation delivers the theoretical, philosophical and analytical concepts of nature conservation as well as providing a sound base of vocational training. It provides higher education training for those seeking a career ch… Read More

HND Mechanical Engineering

Type: Higher Education

Start Date: August 2024

90 Credit Diploma in Wildlife and Countryside Level 3

The Subsidiary Diploma in Wildlife and Countryside Level 3, which is equivalent to 2 A Levels, has been designed for anyone with a strong interest in the management and conservation of native wildlife. You will study a range of units which w… Read More

Construction Skills Level 1 (Carpentry & Joinery / Roofing)

Do you want to work in the construction sector? This course provides an introduction to a variety of construction trades, enabling you to gain skills in those areas and perhaps decide which trade is the right one for you. You will learn in the cla… Read More

Diploma in Construction Multi Level 1

Do you want to work in the construction sector? This course provides an introduction to various construction trades, to gain skills in those areas and perhaps to decide which one is right for you. You will learn in the classroom and works… Read More

Life and Living Skills

Location: Bridgend Campus

This course aims to help students achieve independent or assisted living in the future. The curriculum provides a practical approach for gaining and consolidating skills within the four pillars of inclusion in order to prepare post-16 students wit… Read More

Exploring Occupations (Land Based)

Do you have an interest in or enjoy gardening, animals, practical work and being outdoors? If you are hoping to develop skills towards independent or assisted living in the future and are keen to work towards further training, education, placement… Read More

Skills for Further Study Level 2

Location: Bridgend Campus

This full-time course will prepare you for various progression routes including studying at Level 3, vocational training, and employment. It is designed for those who may have achieved few if any, prior qualifications. … Read More

Water Regulations

Time: 9am – 4:30pm

This qualification is suitable for those studying to become a plumber or heating and ventilating engineer. It is also suitable for those already employed within these industries and wish to update their knowledge of the Water Regulations or Hot Water Systems in line with UK Building Regulations for CPD purposes.

Energy Efficiency

Time: 9am – 4.30pm

This 1 day course is focused on providing plumbers, gas engineers and renewable energy installers with the knowledge around energy efficiency in the home relating to heating systems.

Unvented Hot Water Storage systems

Time: 9am-4:30pm

If you are an engineer who needs to meet the requirements of the Building Regulations Approved Document G (section G3), this course is for you.

Solar Photovoltaic Systems NOS Mapped

Time: 9am-4pm

BPEC has developed this course with the aim of providing electricians with the skills and knowledge required to install small scale photovoltaic (PV) systems to single phase supplies. The course has been structured to meet the requirements of the National Occupational Standards and is recognised as a demonstration of competence for the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).

IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management

Start Date: Enquire for start dates

Location: Virtual

Assessment: The IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management training course is assessed by a 1-hour, multiple-choice online exam. There are 30 questions, each with 4 possible answers. You need to answer 21 questions (70%) to pass. 1-hour, multiple-choice online exam.

To complete the IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management training course you should expect to commit around 40 hours to complete this course, which includes the live webinars and assessment. – Course blend = 50% online + 50% live, scheduled webinars – One webinar per week for five weeks – Webinar times = Tuesdays from 10:00 to 12:00 UK time – Implications of global trends for the environment, society, the economy and for organisations – Major tools, techniques, systems and practices to improve sustainability performance – Research and planning for sustainable solutions – Tools and techniques to identify opportunities and risks – Environmental and sustainability performance improvement

IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management

Type: College

Assessment: The IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management is assessed via an end of module assessment, for each of the three modules delivered.

To complete the IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management course you should expect to commit around 120 hours to complete this course, which includes the live webinars and assessment. – Course blend – 60% online + 40% live, scheduled webinars – One webinar per week for fifteen weeks, plus weekly drop in sessions – Webinar times – Mondays from 16:30 to 18:30 UK time – Implications of global trends for the environment, society, the economy and for organisations and the role of an environment/sustainability professional in overcoming these challenges – Major tools, techniques, systems and practices to develop sustainable products and services and improve sustainability performance – Tools, techniques, systems and practices to identify opportunities and risks – Project and programme delivery to achieve performance improvements

The courses listed below are part of the Personal Learning Account (PLA) programme. Fully-funded by the Welsh Government, PLA courses provide flexible learning and qualifications which can help boost your career in priority sectors. Check out the eligibility criteria for a Personal Learning Account.

Water Regulations

Time: 9am – 4:30pm

Energy Efficiency

Time: 9am – 4.30pm

This 1 day course is focused on providing plumbers, gas engineers and renewable energy installers with the knowledge around energy efficiency in the home relating to heating systems.

Unvented Hot Water Storage systems

Time: 9am-4:30pm