Green Skills Bursaries
At the City & Guilds Foundation, we are committed to supporting net zero and developing the skills for the jobs of the future.
What are
Green Skills?
Eligible
Qualifications
How to
Apply
Registrations for our October 2024 round are now closed and are due to open again in February 2025.
What do we mean by Green Skills Bursaries?
The transition to zero carbon is essential to the future of our society. The changes required to build thriving, sustainable economies will require a ‘greener’ workforce, with some jobs reducing, others increasing, new jobs created and the addition of new skills to existing occupations.
As you take this exciting step of starting or continuing your skills development, you may be curious about how you can contribute to this changing economy. But first, let’s clarify what we mean by ‘green.’
Eligible Qualifications
If you are potentially interested in a green job, you will need to ensure you have the necessary credentials and qualifications. Below is a list of all ‘green’ qualifications available at City & Guilds, as well as the careers that they can lead to.
Automotive
Qualifications
Energy
Qualifications
Building Services
Qualifications
Environmental
Qualifications
Construction
Qualifications
Land Based
Qualifications
Employability
Qualifications
Utilities
Qualifications
Automotive
Automotive Maintenance and Repair Qualifications – Electric and Hybrid vehicles (7290)
Levels 1-4
Our Automotive Maintenance and Repair qualifications are for anyone interested in starting or developing a career in the motor industry, whether you want to maintain and repair different types of vehicles, fit and replace parts and tyres, run your own car valeting business or work on hybrid vehicles.
Building Services Industry
Electric Vehicle Charging Installation Qualifications (2921)
Level 3
We worked with employers and professional associations to design a new EV Charging industry standard, and a set of qualifications aimed at skilled electricians, installers and engineers wishing to upskill, to safely install and maintain Electric Vehicle charging points.
Retrofit Qualifications (7618)
Levels 2-3
Our Retrofit qualifications have been developed in collaboration with industry specialists to develop knowledge of the requirements involved in retrofitting, and how this impacts the installation and preparation of a property retrofit system.
Building Services Studies Qualification (7201)
Level 1
This qualification allows learners to gain the core skills and knowledge required for further qualifications and employment and/or career progression in building services, plumbing, or electrical work.
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Qualifications (6189)
Levels 2-3
Our Plumbing and Domestic Heating qualifications develop the skills and knowledge to the standard that’s recognised by the industry for a successful career in domestic plumbing and heating.
Electrotechnical in Dwellings Qualification (Domestic Electrician) (5393)
Level 3
This new Level 3 Apprenticeship standard is for learners wishing to become competent Domestic Electricians, working in properties such as homes, dwellings, or individual units in e.g. care homes, apartment buildings and student accommodation.
Domestic Energy Assessor (6371)
Level 3
This qualification is aimed at anyone interested in energy efficiency and working, or looking for work, as an energy assessor in the construction sector.
Construction
Insulation and Building Treatment Qualifications (5931)
Levels 2-3
Our Insulation and Building Treatment qualifications are official recognition of the knowledge and skills needed to install insulation or carry out building maintenance work. You can choose from a range of qualifications to match your particular specialism such as external wall insulation or different types of floor insulation.
Level 2 Award in Sustainability and the Green Environment (7617)
Level 2
This qualification is suitable for those who desire to develop or improve their knowledge and understanding of Sustainability and the Green Environment in a range of industries and sectors.
Level 2 Certificate in Sustainability and the Green Environment (7617)
Level 2
This qualification is aimed at learners who wish to understand sustainable working practices for a specific job role, future job role and ongoing training. It is especially useful for those who want to work within sustainability or who have been given responsibility for sustainability within their organisations.
Employability Skills
Employability Skills Qualifications (5546)
Entry – Level 2
Our Employability Skills qualifications are aimed at anyone who wants to live a more independent life, progress in education, and/or improve their employment prospects; get into a job, develop on the job, or move onto the next job as they progress along the career ladder.
Energy
Energy Assessment Qualifications (6361)
Levels 3-4
Our Energy Assessment qualifications provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to work in energy assessment, building a competent workforce to meet the requirements of the industry.
Environmental Services
Sustainable Waste Management Qualifications (0746)
Levels 2-3
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required to assess occupational competence in various areas of the waste management industry, including the competence of the learner to act in a safe, efficient manner appropriate to and in accordance with industry requirements.
Sustainable Recycling Qualifications (0748)
Levels 1-4
Our Sustainable Recycling qualification provides the skills and knowledge required to work in accordance with industry requirements in various areas of the recycling collection and segregation industry, including supervisory and management roles and Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE).
Principles of Sustainable Resource Management Qualifications (7517)
Level 2-3
Our Certificates in Principles of Sustainable Resource Management are technical certificates that support the Apprenticeship in Sustainable Resource Management, providing a solid foundation for a broad range of occupational roles at both operator and supervisory levels.
Installation, Service and Maintenance of Environmental Technology Systems Qualification (2399)
Level 3
These qualification has been developed in response to the need for domestic-scale low carbon and environmentally friendly technologies, this qualification contributes to Continuing Professional Development for qualified electricians, plumbers and mechanical engineers who wish to broaden their skills.
Land Based Services
Safe Working in Agriculture and Production Horticulture (0279)
Level 2
This qualification aims to provide people working within agriculture and production horticulture with knowledge to help them protect their own health and safety and the health and safety of employees who may be affected by their activities.
Work-based Horticulture (0065)
Levels 1-3
Focusing upon the principles and practices of horticulture in a work-based environment, the learner will be able to start or build on a career in areas of interest, such as landscaping, production horticulture, sports turf or Parks and Gardens.
Levels 2-3
Gain the knowledge and skills you need to work with plants – from maintaining turf as a groundskeeper, to caring for plants as a gardener, to designing gardens and parks as a landscape artist.
Technicals in Horticulture and Forestry & Arboriculture (0174)
Level 2-3
These qualifications are for learners who are interested in developing the specific technical and professional skills and knowledge that will lead to meaningful employment in the Horticulture, Forestry and/or Arboriculture industries. Learners will explore a wide range of industry areas.
Practical Horticulture Skills (7573)
Levels 1-2
Focusing upon the fundamental practical skills in horticulture, the learner will be able to learn skills such as planting out, preparing ground, pruning, using a mower, maintaining turf or constructing a path.
An Award, Certificate or Diploma in Practical Horticulture Skills is for young people (16+) and adults getting started in the horticulture industry (Note: City & Guilds Foundation can only fund bursaries for those over 18).
Work-based Land-based Service Engineering (0059)
Level 2-3
The diploma in Work-based Land-based Engineering Operations develops the skills and knowledge you’ll need for a successful career as an engineer in this sector.
Forestry and Arboriculture (0077)
Levels 2-3
Develop the knowledge and skills you need to work with trees and forests – from planting young trees and pruning older ones to monitoring the health of a whole woodland.
Level 2-3
The Diploma in Work-based Trees and Timber enables you to develop the skills in forestry and arboriculture that employers are looking for. Pathways include forestry establishment, maintenance and harvesting, green wood trades, and arboriculture.
Countryside and Environment (0076)
Levels 2-3
Develop the knowledge and skills you need to work in the countryside – from managing an estate as a gamekeeper to monitoring animal populations to keeping a river healthy for fishing. You’ll learn with a training provider and gain practical experience that will give you an edge in the world of work.
Utilities
Electrical Power Engineering Qualifications (2304)
Level 2
Our Electrical Power Engineering qualifications have been developed by industry employers, sector skills councils, and EU skills, which allow candidates to learn, develop, and practice the skills required for employment and career progression in the power industry.
Smart Metering Qualification (7428)
Level 2
These qualifications were developed to provide the knowledge and skills that the workforce requires to be competent in installing and maintaining Smart Meters, which are part of the Government’s green agenda to provide real time energy consumption information to consumers and energy companies.
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