Non-Domestic Energy Assessment Training
What is Non-Domestic Energy Assessment (NDEA)?
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are now mandatory upon construction, sale or rental of any non-domestic building, whether new or existing. An assessment must be carried out by an accredited assessor and an EPC generated, which gives the building a rating of 'A' to 'G' (where 'A' is the most energy efficient).
The EPC is also accompanied by an Advisory Report (AR) which outlines ways in which energy can be saved and provides recommendations that include the short, medium and long term paybacks of various green technologies. The implementation of these recommendations would reduce the building's CO2 emissions as well as fuel costs.
Approved Document L2A-2010 of the Building Regulations stipulates a full building energy calculation for all newly constructed buildings. The Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM) software used to produce this documentation is then used to create the EPC which is required prior to the building being occupied.
Route for new members looking to train as a NDEA for Non-Domestic Properties:
Non-Domestic Energy Assessment (NDEA) - Level 3 and 4
For candidates who wish to assess and produce Green Deal Advisor reports for non-domestic buildings containing more complex heating, cooling, ventilation and air-conditioning installations for existing buildings, Stroma Certification delivers a four-day NDEA level 3 course that includes practical experience of property surveying.
Additionally, a 3-day (top-up) course, which builds on the knowledge acquired for the Level 3 Certificate for more complex buildings is available, or you can arrange the two course together to receive a further training cost discount.
To qualify as a Non-Domestic Green Deal Advisor, candidates are required to submit to Stroma Certification a portfolio, which includes evidence of business skills and a sample of EPCs and Green Deal reports, plus successfully pass 2 examinations. The initial NDEA examination (£290) is available now the Non-domestic GDA course and examination shall be available in April 2012
| Course | Duration | Fee | ABBE Exam | Membership |
| Non-Domestic Energy Assessor (NDEA) Level 3 | 4 days | £1,450 | £290 + £90 | Free of charge |
| Non-Domestic Green Deal Advisor (GDA) Level 3 | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Non-Domestic Energy Assessor (NDEA) Level 4 Top up from Level 3 | 3 days | £975 |
£290 + £90 |
Free of charge |
| Non-Domestic Green Deal Advisor (GDA) Level 4 | TBC | TBC |
TBC |
TBC |
|
Combined Level 3 & 4 |
7 days | £1,950* | £410 | Free of charge |
*training and exam fees are excluding VAT
** Indicative fees based on consultation documentation currently available
Scottish EPCs
All certified NDEAs may gain the ability to lodge Scottish EPCs, by carrying out some free simple CPD. Stroma Certification is an approved protocol organisation in Scotland, offering a step-by-step route to certification which includes a free of charge introductory module on Scottish Building Regulations.
For details on becoming a Stroma Certified member in NDEA, please click here...
