Retrofit Academy Group Limited

Name

Retrofit Academy Group Limited

Legal name

The Retrofit Academy Community Interest Company

Website

https://retrofitacademy.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Training and Professional Certification

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Retrofits (Insulation, Lighting, Building Controls) (EDAEABAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Energy Efficiency & Weatherization Retrofit (HSAPAEAF), Compliance, Safety & Code-Driven Retrofit Programs (NERC CIP, arc-flash, OSHA) (EUAEALAO)

Keywords

• Retrofit training
• Vocational qualifications
• Professional membership
• Building standards training
• Construction certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Stafford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Course Fees: Individual course enrollment fees ranging from free (Retrofit 101) to £2,295+VAT for combined courses. Courses include Retrofit 101 (FREE), Understanding Non-Domestic Retrofit (£395), Understanding Domestic Retrofit (£595), External Wall Insulation (£495), Energy Efficiency for Older Buildings (£795 - Level 3), Retrofit Advisor (£795), Domestic Energy Assessor (£1,295), Combined DEA and Retrofit Assessor (£2,295), Retrofit Assessor (Level 4 - £ varies), Retrofit Coordinator (£1,925-£2,595 depending on route), Retrofit Designer (£1,499)
2. Hub Licensing Fees: Franchise model for licensed training partners: Full Retrofit Academy Hub license at £25,000 (includes geographic/sector exclusivity, training content, LMS access, support), or individual course licensing at £7,500 or £5,000 for SCORM packages
3. Professional Membership: Post-graduation membership at £295+VAT per year following free first 12 months included with courses. Includes TrustMark accreditation, Homelife software license, CPD access, networking
4. Corporate Membership: Organizational membership for teams of up to 50 members with tailored benefits including workforce development, training discounts, job board access, and awards participation
5. Innovation Membership: Membership for manufacturers and solution providers to showcase products, deliver CPD, and engage with retrofit community

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Retrofit Academy delivers accredited vocational retrofit training courses (Level 2 to Level 5 qualifications) for individuals seeking careers or upskilling in the UK retrofit sector, alongside tiered Professional, Corporate, and Innovation Membership subscriptions and a franchised Training Hub licensing programme. Courses cover Retrofit Advisor, Domestic Energy Assessor, Retrofit Assessor, Retrofit Coordinator, and Retrofit Designer roles, aligned with PAS 2035/2030/2038 British Standards and awarded through AIM Qualifications and ABBE.

Product overview

Retrofit Academy Group Limited operates as a training and membership organization offering a comprehensive suite of retrofit training courses and professional development programmes. The core offering consists of accredited qualifications ranging from entry-level (Retrofit 101 free course) through to Level 5 Diploma, covering roles including Domestic Energy Assessor, Retrofit Advisor, Retrofit Assessor, Retrofit Coordinator, and Retrofit Designer. These qualifications are awarded through partnerships with AIM Qualifications and ABBE (Awarding Body for Buildings Excellence). The company supplements its course offerings with three membership tiers: Professional Membership (for individual retrofit professionals, including TrustMark accreditation and Homelife PAS 2035 software), Corporate Membership (for organisations with team management tools and up to 50 logins), and Innovation Membership (for manufacturers). Additional services include The Retrofit Academy Hub (online community and mobile app), Premium CPD content, a Work Placement Scheme connecting graduates with employers, Training Hub franchise partnerships, and regional Skills Bootcamp funding options. The platform is delivered through a state-of-the-art online learning management system with supported drop-in sessions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Retrofit Academy Hub: The membership platform and mobile app providing networking, CPD, job board access, and professional development resources for retrofit professionals.
• Retrofit Academy Hubs

Products and services

• Retrofit 101 A free introductory 2-hour course covering the fundamentals of whole-house domestic retrofit, including principles, best practices, Fabric First, and Whole House Retrofit concepts. Designed for newcomers exploring the retrofit sector.
• Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit A 30-hour Level 2 qualification (£595+VAT) providing a comprehensive introduction to whole-house retrofit principles, awarded by AIM Qualifications. Suitable for those entering the retrofit sector or existing construction and housing professionals.
• Level 2 Award in External Wall Insulation and Treatments A Level 2 certification (£495+VAT) for tradespeople and professionals seeking in-depth knowledge of external wall insulation (EWI) technology for eco-friendly home renovation projects.
• Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency for Older and Traditional Buildings A Level 3 qualification (£795+VAT, 27 hours study) required for retrofit assessors and coordinators working on traditional buildings (pre-1919) and residencies with protected characteristics under PAS 2035.
• Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment (DEA) A 120-hour Level 3 qualification (£1,295+VAT) enabling learners to become certified Domestic Energy Assessors trained to produce Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). Awarded by ABBE.
• Level 3 Award in Domestic Retrofit Advice A Level 3 qualification (£795+VAT, 38 hours study) for those seeking to become Retrofit Advisors, providing detailed knowledge of the retrofit sector, roles within it, and how to deliver best-in-class retrofit advice.
• Level 4 Award in Domestic Retrofit Assessment A Level 4 qualification for becoming certified Retrofit Assessors who conduct thorough property assessments aligning with PAS 2035 standards. Awarded by AIM Qualifications. Includes TrustMark accreditation and 12 months Professional Membership.
• Combined Level 3 DEA and Level 4 Retrofit Assessor Course A combined 180-hour course (£2,295+VAT) for those starting a career in retrofit, learning to survey homes, produce EPCs, and carry out retrofit assessments in line with PAS 2035 and British Standards.
• Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management A Level 5 diploma for experienced professionals to become qualified Retrofit Coordinators, managing PAS 2035 processes throughout domestic retrofit projects. Available via Chartered Professionals route (£1,925+VAT) or Standard Route (£2,595+VAT), both 144 hours. Awarded by AIM Qualifications.
• Retrofit Designer Course A 100-hour certification course (£1,499+VAT) for qualified design professionals (architects, surveyors, construction managers) to practice on large-scale, high-quality domestic retrofit projects in compliance with PAS 2035. Includes 12 months Professional Membership.
• Understanding Non-Domestic Retrofit A 15-hour course (£395+VAT) equipping learners with core knowledge to retrofit non-domestic buildings, including risk-management approaches and strategies to improve energy efficiency.
• Professional Membership Lifelong learning, software, networking, and accreditation programme for qualified Retrofit Advisors, Assessors, Coordinators, and Designers. £295+VAT per year (first 12 months free with course completion). Includes TrustMark accreditation (for Assessors and Coordinators), Homelife PAS 2035 software license, CPD content, and access to the Retrofit Academy Hub and Jobs Board.
• Corporate Membership Organisation membership providing up to 50 team member logins, workforce development tools, tailored training needs analysis, Homelife software licenses, recruitment and work placement access, and team visibility at Retrofit Academy Awards.
• Innovation Membership Membership for manufacturers and solution providers to showcase products to retrofit professionals, host CPD modules, present at events, and engage with the retrofit community through technical collaboration and promotional opportunities.
• The Retrofit Academy Hub

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 10,000 learners trained as of 2025/2026
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, key and minor.

• Hertfordshire FuturescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Hertfordshire Futures to offer funded training for Domestic Energy Assessor, Retrofit Assessor, or Retrofit Coordinator qualifications across Hertfordshire region
• Surrey County CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Surrey County Council to offer funded training for Domestic Energy and Retrofit Assessor qualifications in Surrey
• Wiltshire CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Wiltshire Council to offer funded training for Domestic Energy Assessor, Retrofit Assessor, or Retrofit Coordinator qualifications across Wiltshire
• Warm Home Skills ProgrammecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWarm Home Skills programme covering 80% of course cost on Retrofit Coordinator (Level 5) and Retrofit Assessor (Level 4) courses for people in England
• Enterprise Cheshire and WarringtoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Enterprise Cheshire and Warrington to offer funded training for Domestic Energy Assessor, Retrofit Assessor, or Retrofit Coordinator qualifications
• Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority to offer funded Retrofit Coordinator training
• CITB (Construction Industry Training Board)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCITB registered employers can access three routes of funding for Level 2-4 retrofit qualifications including Short Period Qualification Grant of £600 per qualification
• ELCAS (Enhanced Learning Credits Administration Service)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFunding pathway for current and ex-military personnel to access Retrofit Coordinator and Assessor qualifications through ELCAS scheme (Learning Provider ID: 12348)
• AIM QualificationscoreTechnology or IntegrationAwarding organisation for Level 2-5 Retrofit qualifications including Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management
• ABBE (Awarding Body for the Built Environment)coreTechnology or IntegrationAwarding organisation for Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment (DEA qualification)
• TrustMarkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment-endorsed consumer protection scheme providing accreditation for Retrofit Assessors and Coordinators through Retrofit Academy accreditation scheme with Sterling Accreditation Ltd
• Property Tectonics (Homelife Software)coreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of Homelife PAS 2035 software with full TrustMark integration for project delivery, coordination, monitoring, lodgement and reporting. Included in Professional Membership
• Sterling Accreditation LtdcoreTechnology or IntegrationAccreditation partner for TrustMark scheme providing Retrofit Assessor and Coordinator accreditation through TRA/Sterling Accreditation Scheme
• Morgan SindallkeyGTM or Marketing PartnerKey employer partner shown in training network logos, corporate membership customer, connecting learners with career opportunities
• Wates GroupkeyGTM or Marketing PartnerKey employer partner shown in training network logos, corporate membership customer, connecting learners with career opportunities
• AtkinsRealiskeyGTM or Marketing PartnerKey employer partner shown in training network logos, connecting learners with career opportunities
• Baxter KellykeyGTM or Marketing PartnerKey employer partner shown in training network logos
• Q-botminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner logo shown in training network section
• Retrofit Academy Hubs (Licensed Training Providers)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of franchised training providers including CICPFP Thrive, Oxon, South Scotland, West Anglia delivering TRA courses under license

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• The Green Register: UK-based sustainable construction training and membership organisation offering CPD-accredited courses for built-environment professionals. Directly comparable as a sustainability-focused vocational training provider with membership tiers and a CPD/community model similar to Retrofit Academy.
• Passivhaus Trust: UK body promoting low-energy building standards, running accredited Passivhaus Designer/Tradesperson training courses. Comparable as a UK-specific, standards-anchored training organisation serving built-environment professionals pursuing retrofit-aligned qualifications.
• National Energy Action (NEA): UK fuel poverty and energy efficiency charity delivering retrofit-related training and workforce development programmes. Comparable as a not-for-profit training provider targeting the same workforce and policy-driven funding streams (e.g., Skills Bootcamps, warm homes programmes).
• BPEC Certification: UK certification body delivering building-services and renewable-heat training (e.g., heat pump installer courses). Comparable as a vocational awarding and training organisation operating in adjacent retrofit/trade categories with overlapping installer audiences.

Broad incumbents

• CITB (Construction Industry Training Board): Statutory training body for the UK construction industry, administering apprenticeship grants and short-period qualification grants cited in Retrofit Academy's learner funding stack. Comparable as the dominant UK construction training funder and standards-setter, with overlapping courses and funding routes.
• Energy Saving Trust: Established UK charity providing retrofit advisory services, training resources, and consumer-facing retrofit guidance. Comparable as a broader incumbent in the retrofit training and advisory market with significant brand recognition and government partnerships.
• CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers): UK professional body offering building-services training, CPD, and accredited qualifications. Comparable as a broader built-environment training and membership incumbent with overlapping Retrofit Designer/Coordinator-adjacent content and chartered membership.
• Carbon Trust: International climate consultancy that delivers sustainability and energy-efficiency training to built-environment professionals and corporates. Comparable as a broader sustainability training incumbent serving corporate buyers overlapping with retrofit upskilling.
• City & Guilds: UK awarding body issuing technical and vocational qualifications across construction and built environment. Comparable as the dominant vocational awarding organisation whose qualification framework overlap shapes Retrofit Academy's Level 2–5 offer and funding eligibility.

Others

• TrustMark: Government-endorsed quality scheme for trades in the UK, providing accreditation referenced throughout Retrofit Academy's offering. Comparable as an ecosystem partner and adjacent scheme rather than a direct training competitor; their endorsement materially shapes the Academy's curriculum requirements.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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