NOCN Group is the first awarding organisation approved to deliver end point assessments (EPA) for the new low carbon heating technician apprenticeship standard.
This milestone is a major step forward in promoting green skills in the UK. The 36-month low carbon heating technician programme is a ‘royal apprenticeship,’ chosen to mark the King’s coronation due to its focus on sustainability. This programme trains apprentices to plan, install, service, and maintain zero-carbon heating and hot water systems in homes and commercial buildings.
Starting in August 2024
The first groups of learners will embark on this pioneering programme in August 2024. Upon completion, they will be prepared for roles such as renewable heating installers, technicians, or engineers. The City of Liverpool College has already committed to NOCN as its end point assessment organisation, setting a precedent for other institutions and employers expected to follow suit in the coming months.
About NOCN Group
Since its inception in 1987, NOCN Group has been an education charity dedicated to creating opportunities through learning and skills solutions. The group is a leader in the construction and built environment sector and is actively campaigning to prioritise ‘green skills’ in the UK and beyond.
Commitment to green skills
Simon Lewis, head of operations and customer experience at NOCN Group, expressed his enthusiasm for the new apprenticeship: “We’re huge supporters of the new low carbon heating technician apprenticeship having been involved in the development of it and we’re proud to be approved as an official end point assessment organisation for the programme. we’ll be working with colleges, training providers and employers to support the success of as many learners as possible on this vital programme for the future of green skills in the UK.”
New qualification offering
In addition to the EPA approval, NOCN has developed a low carbon heating technician level 3 diploma. This vocational qualification meets the training requirements for delivering the ‘off the job’ component of the apprenticeship programme and will be available from the end of June 2024. This development ensures a comprehensive training pathway for apprentices, reinforcing NOCN’s commitment to high-quality education and green skill advancement.
For more information about the low carbon heating technician apprenticeship end point assessment from NOCN Group, visit their website.
This blog post was originally published on the NOCN Group website.
