Green Skills Academy – Capital City College

The Green Skills Academy supports small businesses and their staff by providing training and access to skills that enable the retrofit of environmentally friendly energy systems, helping businesses reduce emissions, and transition to greener practices.

About the Green Skills Academy

The demand for professionals with expertise in renewable energy, circular economy, eco-friendly technologies, and conservation is skyrocketing.

By acquiring green skills, you not only future-proof your career but also contribute to the global effort to create a healthier planet for future generations.

There are many skill shortages in the industry that the Green Skills Academy aims to fill by training a strong workforce.

The Green Skills Academy provides free training opportunities and support packages to help you get a job in the green sector.

Courses can include:

• Domestic Retrofit.
• Air Source Heat Pumps.
• Solar Energy.
• Green skills.
• Sustainability.

and many more. We also provide bespoke flexible programmes that fit your circumstances and availability.

Flexible training

We aim to give you the confidence and skills you need to be employable within four to eight weeks and a guaranteed job interview with one of our partner employers.

Training pathways

The Green Skills Academy programme consists of a range of training pathways. For example:

• Introductory 2-6 week courses on topics such as introduction to retrofit, retrofit at Level 2, sustainability, solar systems, air source heat pumps, and environmental technologies.
• Flexible modular training leading to Levels 2 and 3 qualifications.
• Masterclasses on in-demand roles.
• Courses on emerging technologies such as green roofs, installation of PV panels, smart energy consumption, and electrical installation of EV charging points.

Our comprehensive Green Skills Academy courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to excel in this exciting field.

Our expert instructors have curated a curriculum that covers the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in sustainability and environmental management.

By enrolling in our Green Skills Academy courses, you're investing in yourself, your future, and the future of our planet. Take the first step towards a meaningful and impactful career.

Eligibility requirements

If you have been in the UK for less than three years or have entered the UK with a visa, you will need to provide evidence that you are eligible to study in the UK and your EVisa, Biometric Card or any relevant Home Office documents to support that your residency covers the duration of your course.

For funding purposes, we would need to see evidence of payslips (within the last three months) if working. If you are receiving benefits, please provide evidence of this also (e.g., JSA, ESA, Universal Credit (UC).