Looking to take your first step into the growing clean energy sector? Our fully funded 6-week Green Energy Programme is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to begin a career in one of the UK’s fastest-growing industries.
Why choose this programme?
- Fully funded – no cost to eligible participants.
- Flexible schedule – attend just 1.5 days per week, making it easier to fit around work, family, or other commitments.
- Online classroom learning combined with practical, hands-on sessions to develop real-world skills.
- Gain an understanding of clean energy technologies, renewable energy, sustainability, energy efficiency, and the career opportunities available across the clean energy sector.
- Learn from experienced tutors and industry employers, with dedicated employability support to help you prepare for roles in the clean energy industry.
- Receive support with CV writing, interview preparation, and progressing into further training or employment.
Whether you’re looking for a career change, returning to work, or entering the industry for the first time, this programme provides an excellent foundation to help you build a rewarding career in the clean energy sector and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Places are limited, so register your interest today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in construction.
Portland Training has a commitment to providing impartial Information, Advice & Guidance (IAG) for all learners to help them make informed decisions on their own future.
As part of your enrolment process, you will have access to designated IAG staff to provide you with the support needed to help you make an informed decision regarding this course, making sure this it is right for you.
You can find out more about Portland Training’s IAG provision by clicking here.
sustainable future.
This course is only available for people living in the York and North Yorkshire region
19+yrs, unemployed and in receipt of government benefits or employed and earning less than the threshold amount.
Must be a full time resident in the UK and hold a valid ID (Passport, Driving Licence, Birth Certificate, E-Visa or Citizenship Card)
Initial Assessments in English and Maths and other eligibility checks will be carried out at enrolment.
For remote delivery, a suitable laptop or PC (with webcam and headset) is required
This course will taught using a range of practical and theoretical units. Assessment criteria will include practical assessments, written assessments and the completion of a portfolio.
If you meet the entry requirement criteria, this course may be fully funded. Meaning you may not have to pay anything.
Portland Training may also be able to access a Learner Support Fund to offer financial support for learners who are facing financial hardship to help pay for things that are not covered in the course funding, such as travel to and from the course venue.
To find out more regarding funding eligibility, please complete the form and a member of the enrollment team will get back to you soon.
The Further Your Potential in Green Energy course is designed for people who would like to pursue a career in green energy sector. The course equips learners with the basic skills to find employment within green energy.
Example Career Paths
Solar panel installation assistant
Trainee smart meter installer
Insulation technician
Entry-level retrofit assistant
As part of this course, you will receive impartial advice and support as part of Portland Training’s ongoing Information, Advice & Guidance (IAG) provision to enable you to make informed decisions on your future.
You will be assigned a designated Employment & Progression officer whos job it is to offer impartial support and guidance on your next steps. You will also receive ongoing employability training, including important training such as, interview techniques and CV writing.
We also work with a range of local employers to help our learners gain employment on completion of their course.
