Green Skills Courses
With a robust curriculum designed to meet the evolving needs of industries in the transition towards a sustainable future, Preston College offers comprehensive list of courses tailored to develop the expertise and competencies required in today’s green landscape.
Hybrid Vehicles & Electrical Vehicles Maintenance and Awareness
This course provides comprehensive knowledge on the operation, maintenance, and benefits of hybrid vehicles. Participants will learn about the integration of electric and traditional combustion engines, reducing carbon emissions and contributing to a sustainable transportation future.
Delivery: Face to Face
Duration: 3.5 days
Air Source Heat Pumps Installation
This course focuses on the installation of air source heat pumps, a key technology in reducing carbon emissions in heating systems. Participants will acquire hands-on skills in installing and optimising heat pump systems, contributing to the adoption of clean and renewable heating solutions.
Delivery: Face to Face
Duration: 4 days
Installation of Small Solar Photovoltaic Panels
This course provides practical training in the installation of small-scale solar photovoltaic panels. Participants will learn the principles of solar energy, system design, and installation techniques, promoting the use of solar power in residential and commercial settings.
Delivery: Face to Face
Duration: 3.5 days
Design & Surveying Retro fit (Domestic properties)
This train-the-trainer course focuses on equipping individuals with the skills to educate others in the design and surveying of retrofit projects for domestic properties in Lancashire. Participants will learn how to assess and plan energy-efficient retrofits, contributing to sustainable housing initiatives.
Delivery: Face to Face or Online
Duration: 4 days
Design & Surveying Retro fit (Commercial properties)
Similar to the domestic properties course, this train-the-trainer program concentrates on retrofit design and surveying, specifically tailored for commercial properties in Lancashire. Participants will develop expertise in guiding others toward energy-efficient retrofits in the commercial sector.
Delivery: Face to Face or Online
Duration: 4 days
Retrofit Installation (Domestic properties)
This course provides hands-on training in retrofitting techniques for domestic properties. Participants will learn practical skills in implementing energy-saving measures, promoting the transition to more sustainable and eco-friendly homes.
Delivery: Face to Face or Online
Duration: 4 days
Retrofit Installation (Commercial properties)
Focused on commercial properties, this course provides practical knowledge in retrofit installation techniques. Participants will gain skills in implementing energy-efficient measures in commercial buildings, aligning with sustainability goals.
Delivery: Face to Face or Online
Duration: 4 days
Managing Net Zero & Sustainability
This train-the-trainer course empowers individuals to educate others on managing net-zero initiatives and sustainability practices. Participants will learn strategies for implementing sustainable practices and achieving net-zero targets in various sectors.
Delivery: Face to Face or Online
Duration: 1 day
Low Carbon practice for SMEs and Micro Employers
This course is designed to train individuals as trainers, guiding small and micro employers in adopting low carbon practices. Participants will learn effective communication strategies and practical approaches to help SMEs reduce their carbon footprint.
Delivery: Face to Face or Online
Duration: 2 days
Transition to Net Zero and Carbon Technology, Monitoring & Procurement
Focusing on the transition to net-zero and carbon technology, this train-the-trainer program equips participants with the knowledge to guide others in implementing effective monitoring and procurement strategies aligned with sustainability goals.
Delivery: Face to Face or Online
Duration: 2 days
Green skills Technology in the Automotive Industry
(Low Carbon advice and support for SMEs)
This course addresses low carbon advice and support tailored for SMEs in the automotive industry. Participants will gain insights into green skills and technologies, fostering sustainable practices within the automotive sector.
Delivery: Face to Face or Online
Duration: 2 days
Green skills Technology in the Construction industry
(Low Carbon advice and support for SMEs)
Tailored for the construction industry, this course provides low carbon advice and support for SMEs. Participants will learn about green skills and technologies, enabling them to implement sustainable practices in construction projects.
Delivery: Face to Face or Online
Duration: 2 days