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ABBE Non-Domestic Energy Assessor L3 & 4 (Classroom)

Training delivery Classroom Qualification Non-Domestic
Course length 5 Days
Suitable for New entrants with no previous experience
Qualifications ABBE Level 4 Diploma for Non-Domestic Energy Assessment

Course Overview

Elmhurst’s ABBE qualification course in Non-Domestic Energy Assessment is a fantastic opportunity for those completely new to the world of energy assessment, to become fully qualified to produce Energy Performance Certificates for commercial buildings.

You’ll learn how to use the Simplified Building Energy Modelling (SBEM) software to undertake energy calculations and produce commercial Energy Performance certificates for existing and new build Level 3 & 4 commercial buildings.

Course Delivery

This course is delivered in-person by industry experts with real, practical experience over a period of 5 days.

Our interactive, classroom based approach combines presentation slides, class discussions and live demonstrations (including a commercial building walkthrough) to provide an engaging in-person learning experience. This setting allows you to interact directly with the tutor and fellow delegates, ask questions, and receive first-hand support. You’ll also receive full technical and portfolio support throughout the duration of your course.

Eligibility

This course is suitable for those completely new to the energy assessment industry, with no previous experience required.

You should have basic IT, English and Maths skills. You can review your IT Skills with a short competency assessment by clicking here > Test my Knowledge

Please Note: Our software is NOT compatible with a MAC computer. You must use a PC or Laptop.

Course Breakdown

You can find a breakdown of the content for this course below:

Please see below for a list of the topics covered over the five days.

  • Professional Skills required to be a NDEA including: Legislation, Health & Safety, Policies and Procedures, Contracts and Risk Assessments
  • Methods of Construction for Buildings
  • Building Services Systems
  • Data Entry into the SBEM Software
  • Advisory Report and Recommendations
  • Developing a sound understanding of the Building Regulations and knowledge of thermal insulation products
  • Detailed calculation of U-values
  • Developing a more comprehensive understanding of Building Services
  • Producing a calculation from plans and a specification, then processing the data in the SBEM software

Following this course you will be required to complete a portfolio of evidence that meets the ABBE awarding body requirements. Once this has been completed you will be awarded with the ABBE Level 4 Diploma for Non-Domestic Energy Assessment, and will be eligible to join Elmhurst’s NDEA Accreditation scheme.

Please note that as part of the course you are provided with access to software for training purposes only, the software cannot be used for commercial purposes.

Once qualified as an NDEA you must join a government approved scheme to submit Energy Performance Certificates for commercial buildings. You can find out more about Elmhurst’s NDEA Accreditation Scheme here.

February 2026

Date Duration Delivery Location Places left
16 Feb 2026 09:30 5 Days Classroom Lutterworth 5
Course Cost: £2,120.00 + VAT
  • ABBE Reg Fee (NDEA): £210.00 + VAT
Total: £2,330.00 + VAT

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