This module focuses on good inspection practice. When you approach a property that is previously unknown to you it is important not to jump to conclusions too quickly. In this module we will examine a property that held a few surprises for the surveyor/assessor on site and give you some practical tips to help you prepare for the unexpected.

CPD Hours: 3 hours

The course costs £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members. For non-members, it is £35+VAT.

This one day classroom training event is designed to provide you with a full understanding of the changes to the RDSAP methodology released under version 9.91 and due to be implemented from 1st April 2012 onwards.

The training will involve 'hands on' use of the latest NES EPC software and where possible will include the use of worked examples and checks to support the learning process. The key areas to be covered are as follows:

• Overview and background to the changes
• The new data collection items
• Changes to the data collection process
• New conventions associated with these changes
• Modifications to the EPC format and content

Classroom training offers you the opportunity of direct contact with our training and technical teams at NES and is by definition a more interactive training experience. The use of a dedicated training day allows for a more detailed approach to be employed to support the full understanding of the required material.

This CPD is mandatory learning and cannot be used towards your annual CPD requirement.

Forthcoming dates

The course takes place in Milton Keynes and we have spaces available on the following dates:

• 25 January - Fully booked
• 8 February - Fully booked
• 9 February - Fully booked
• 13 February
• 15 February - Fully booked
• 16 February - Fully booked
• 17 February - Fully booked
• 20 February - Fully booked
• 21 February - Fully booked
• 22 February - Fully booked
• 23 February - Fully booked
• 27 February
• 28 February - Fully booked
• 7 March - Fully booked
• 8 March
• 14 March
• 15 March
• 21 March
• 26 March
• 11 April
• 18 April
• 25 April

External training dates:

2 February 2012 - Altrincham, Manchester - Fully Booked

3 February 2012 - Altrincham. Manchester - Fully Booked

13 February 2012 - Cardiff

20 February 2012 York area, venue and location TBC - Fully Booked 

20 February 2012 Exeter area, venue and location TBC

23 February 2012 Southampton area, venue and location TBC

CPD Hours: 6 hours

The seminar costs £75+VAT Members, £95 + VAT Non Members

This online module gives you an overview of how to gather information from householders on occupant factors and provide basic energy advice.

You will learn how to encourage home owners to change their behavior in the home to reduce energy consumption as well as being able to provide tailored advice on subjects such as grants, impact of tenure and financial constraints.

The module also provides information on what non property specific information could be obtained such as fuel bills, meters, fuel cost calculations and methods of payment.

A separate online training module is available on basic home improvement energy advice.

CPD Hours: 5 hours

£65 + VAT.

This online module gives you an overview of how to make recommendations for basic improvements to the energy efficiency of dwellings.

You will learn about property improvement measures including fabric, air tightness, heating, hot water and lighting as well as when specific measure should not be recommended.

By undertaking this training you will be able to provide advice on basic improvement measures in the home.

A separate online training module is available on changing behaviour in the home to reduce energy usage.

CPD Hours: 5 hours

£65 + VAT

Use of wood as a fuel is on the increase. Why is wood a good fuel to use? How does its use relate to carbon emissions? The course looks at the different appliances that are suitable for burning wood along with their costs and implications.

CPD Hours: 2.5 hours

The course is now half price at £25 +VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35 +VAT for non-members.

Wind energy has been used for hundreds of years. Modern turbines transform the energy from the wind into electricity that can be used to power our common appliances and for lighting. Find out more in this online course.

CPD Hours: 1.5 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

In this module we will look at: Definitions of solar thermal energy in relation to water heaing, how solar thermal energy can be used and possible savings, siting requirements, the components that make up a solar thermal system, operation, installation and costs. This module does not cover the use of solar energy for the production of electricity.

CPD Hours: 2.5 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

This presentation is focused on grid connected photovoltaic systems for domestic and commercial applications. It covers power output and typical installationsm the technology, roof suitability, types of systems, financial considerations and the market for PV.

CPD Hours: 2 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

This module is intended as an introduction to using Heat Pumps to provide domestic heating,

In this module we will look at what we mean by heat pumps, ground source heat pumps, water source heat pumps and air source heat pumps. We will consider how they work, their cost and other installation implications.

CPD Hours: 2.5 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

This online CPD course will give you some understanding of the basic issues associated with asbestos, exposure to it, and current legislation.

CPD Hours: 1.5 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

This module covers:

• Know and understand the difference between a flat and a maisonette for the purpose of RDSAP
• Know the measurements to collect and how to take them
• Understand how to calculate the Heat Loss Perimeter for flats
• Understand how to determine and enter the data for ‘exposed floors’
• What heating measuring an occupied roof space

CPD Hours: 1.5 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

In this module we will consider a number of different types of guttering and downpipes commonly to be found on properties in the UK.

The subjects covered include:

• The problems that may occur to them (both generally and specifically)
• How to inspect gutter systems and what to look for
• The methods of repair, and factors to consider when contemplating replacement
• The different types of guttering and the types of guttering and downpipes used in older buildings

CPD Hours: 3 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

This course covers the types of materials used, methods of construction, regional variations. It will help you identify architectural features and how to establish the date of construction.

CPD Hours: 4.5 hours

The course is £50+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £75+VAT for non-members.

The course will cover the implications for an Estate Agent and how that may impact on those working in the marketed sales sector DEA. Examples of what is permissible and what is not, including verbal information that an assessor may impart to a customer.

CPD Hours: 2 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

In this module you will:

• Identify the correct formula needed to calculate areas and exposed perimeter of a room
• Use the correct formula to correctly calculate the area and exposed perimeter of a room
• Identify those features in a room which should be included and excluded when calculating the area and exposed perimeter

CPD Hours: 1.5 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

In this module you will:

• Distinguish between a room in a roof and a separate storey for RDSAP purposes
• Understand how the access to the roof space is important
• Understand how to deal with non-habitable rooms in an occupied roof space
• Know how to record the insulation and the dimensions to take when measuring an occupied roof space

CPD Hours: 2 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

This module covers:

• The distinguishing features of main and secondary heating systems
• Ientifying the relevant heating systems in a property
• Choosing the correct heating systems from those identified
• Open fireplaces - when they are considered as part of the heating system
• The importance of recording secondary heating systems
• Inadequate heating - how this is measured
• Identification of portable electric heating
• Portable electric heating - are there any exceptions when it should be added?

CPD Hours: 1.5 hours

The course is £25+VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35+VAT for non-members.

Identify what constitutes an alternative wall – when it should and shouldn’t be recorded, identify alternative wall construction, accurately measure alternative walls.

CPD Hours: 1.5 hours

The course is now half price at £25 +VAT for NHER/SAVA members & £35 +VAT for non-members.