Our 4 day online On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (OCDEA) qualification course is perfect for those looking to complete Energy Performance Certificates for new build homes.
During the course you will learn how to use SAP software to assess the energy performance of new build homes, helping to select appropriate building services, green technologies and alterations to the fabric to ensure a building meets compliance with building regulations.
With all new build homes in the UK requiring an Energy Performance Certificate and the government’s continued commitment to building new homes, this is an exciting area to work in. As an OCDEA, you will have a direct impact on the energy performance of new homes through your energy calculations, and your work will contribute towards the UK’s drive towards net zero.
Course Delivery
Our instructor-lead online learning programme combines presentation slides, activities and class discussions to provide an engaging learning experience tailored to various learning styles. This learning can be completed from the comfort of your own home or the office – no need for extra travel expenses!
Prerequisites
This course is suitable for new entrants with no previous energy assessment experience. However, the following prerequisites must be met before booking/attending this course:
- You must be 18 years or older
- Possess ‘Basic IT Skills’ (As outlined below)
- Have access to a PC or Laptop
- Have access to Zoom (Available free online)
Course Breakdown
Take a look below for a full course breakdown. After completing the course, you will need to complete a portfolio of work, including property test cases, to fulfil the qualification requirements.
- Introduction to Energy Rating and SAP
- The ABBE Qualification
- Portfolio Build and Examination Arrangements
- Professional Skills Feedback
- Domestic Construction Skills Feedback
- Introduction to Building Regulations
- Part L – Conservation of Fuel and Power
- Measurement Requirements of SAP
- Measurement Exercise
- Domestic Heating and Hot Water Systems
- Low and Zero Carbon Technologies in SAP
- Introduction to Energy Rating, Building Regulations and SAP
- An introduction to Design SAP 10
- Data entry into Elmhurst’s Design SAP 10 software
- U-value Calculator Use and Reporting
- Building Control Outputs and EPC production
- The future of Part L and SAP
- The Competency Assessment Process
- A look at Quality Assurance Auditing
- Practical Workshops Using Design Sap 10
- Q&A session
Following this course you will be required to complete 5 test cases issued by Elmhurst in order to complete your portfolio. You will then be awarded with the Level 3 ABBE qualification in On Construction Domestic Energy Assessment, and will be eligible to join Elmhurst’s OCDEA 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 OCDEA you must join a government approved scheme in order to produce legally valid Energy Performance Certificates for new build homes.
- Open and edit Microsoft Word documents
- Rename Documents
- Open and Save Files
- Save files to Folders
- Create Zip Folders
- Navigate your desktop
- Access and use Zoom
January 2026
| Date | Duration | Delivery | Location | Places left |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Jan 2026 09:30 | 4 Days | Remote | Remote | 10 |
February 2026
| Date | Duration | Delivery | Location | Places left |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 09:30 | 4 Days | Remote | Remote | 10 |
