Do you qualify for the National Transition Training Fund?
The National Energy Efficiency Transition Support and Heat Pump Training Fund, supported by ESP has been put in place by the Scottish Government to support those in the energy, engineering and construction sectors who have had their careers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The fully-funded courses, offered by nine Scottish Colleges including West College Scotland, are aimed at upskilling and enhancing the qualifications of individuals aged 25 or older who are redundant or at risk of being made redundant.
The courses cover key areas and combine online learning with onsite practical elements to ensure participants gain the skills and qualifications employers really value.
You will not need to pay towards any element of the training, which must be completed by 31 July 2021.
National courses available are:
- AS/GS Heat Pumps
- Energy Battery Storage Awareness
- Solar PV
- Water Byelaws
- Unvented Hot Water
- Electric Vehicle Charging
- 18th Edition Electrical 2382-18
- Introduction to Digital Smart Homes
- External Wall Insulation Application.
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for the funding you must be a resident in Scotland who is aged 25 or over. You must have become unemployed since 1 March 2020 or have been notified that you are at risk of redundancy/unemployment, e.g. furloughed. For some courses, there are academic pre-course requirements – email West College Scotland on [email protected] to find out more.
What type of evidence do I need to submit to access training?
- Birth Certificate or other proof of age.
- Certificates to show any pre-course academic requirements have been met.
- Furlough letter.
- Redundancy letter.
- Any other evidence that employment is at risk e.g. letter from employer.
- Evidence from Job Centre.
For more information or to enquire about funding visit https://www.westcollegescotland.ac.uk/nttf and complete the enquiry form.