Greenworks Training Academy and Stroma Certification have announced a coordinated series of training and software-led initiatives to improve the qualifications and skillset of assessors and installers in the construction and energy industries.
The recent launch of Government initiatives, such as the Green Deal Home Improvement Fund (GDHIF) and the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI), has given the industry increased funding availability providing a fresh impetus for home owners and installers. The partnership between Greenworks and Stroma Certification ensures that the very best in training and software is available to help installers make the most of the opportunities that the Government schemes provide.
Greenworks have been working in partnership with Stroma since 2011, and have conducted over 65, 000 hours of training courses, with a high success rate. Offering business support to customers alongside their courses gives customers an increased confidence to be able to take the qualifications that they have achieved and utilise them within their businesses. With the current demands for learning and accreditation within the industry, a diverse programme of high-quality training, CPD courses and software tutorials will be delivered by Stroma’s technical experts via the Greenworks network.
Greenworks Training Academy offers a wide range of Stroma services, covering certification schemes, software solutions and training courses. Subjects include, energy assessment, Green Deal, Code for Sustainable Homes and Energy Companies Obligation. The combination of Stroma’s technical policy intelligence and influential position within the industry, together with Greenworks state-of-the-art training facility and network means that installers receive the best and most comprehensive service offering within the industry.
Matt Ferguson from Stroma said, “We are delighted to be continuing and extending our close partnership with Greenworks. Through our coordinated efforts with Greenworks we have been able to utilise the authority and reputation that Stroma has built within the marketplace in order to provide relevant, invaluable support for trade professionals, operating in energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainability environments.”
Marcus Jefford from Greenworks said, “The recent announcements regarding the domestic RHI and Green Deal Home Improvement Fund means demand for premium installer, advisor and assessor training has never been higher. Our collaboration with Stroma means our comprehensive training programme remains one of the strongest in the industry.”
To find out more about Greenworks Training Academy, please visit www.greenworks.co.uk.