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Clean Energy and Independent Living Awareness Course

Course Overview

Clean Energy and Independent Living Awareness Course

The Clean Energy and Independent Living course is a four-day programme designed to help students develop an understanding of renewable energy technologies, construction site safety and energy management for domestic dwellings.

What you will learn

The programme combines three key areas:

• Solar Installation Awareness

• Health and Safety in a Construction Environment

• Independent Living and Energy Management

By completing this course, learners will gain an insight into renewable energy systems, understand the importance of health and safety in construction environments, and develop the confidence to manage energy use and household costs effectively, through energy meter usage, home insulation and energy saving measures.

Who is this course for?

Whether you are looking to explore career opportunities in the growing clean energy sector, improve your knowledge of sustainable technologies, gain an industry-recognised construction qualification, or learn how to better manage household energy costs, this course provides practical skills and valuable knowledge to support your future.

Located at: Clean Energies Training Centre

Course Start: 09 November 2026

Course length: 4 Days

Day(s) of study: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, at 9:00am - 4:00pm

Study Mode: Part-time

Course Code: QCONCEI101

Course Fees and Funding

How much does the course cost?

This course costs £960. There may be funding available for this course depending on your circumstances – please see the drop-down option below for more details

Aged 19 or over and thinking about studying a course?

You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees. Please visit the How to apply and fees page for further details.

Other funding information

Course Content

Other Resources

For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.

If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.

If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.

If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.

Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.

Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.

Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

The course information on this page was last updated 16 October 2026.