EPC Short Course (Module 5 Only)
IEPA offers two Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) training pathways designed for different experience levels and career goals. Whether you are an experienced energy professional looking to understand EPC compliance requirements, or a beginner wanting practical, hands-on training in building energy assessments, our programmes provide the knowledge and skills needed to enter and grow in the energy efficiency industry. The EPC Practitioner short course, forms part of the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) qualification. Designed to equip you with the essential skills for conducting energy assessments and preparing energy performance certificates, this training is your gateway to becoming an expert in building energy efficiency.
What you will learn:
This course focuses on foundational concepts and practical skills for:
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- Understanding energy efficiency principles in buildings.
- Performing Level 0 energy assessments.
- Compiling and verifying Energy Performance Certificates in line with regulatory requirements.
- Utilizing tools and methodologies to evaluate building energy performance effectively.
Ideal for:
- Energy Professionals
- Engineers & Engineering Graduates
- Facilities Managers
- Green Building Professionals
- Solar Installers
- Property Developers
- Government & Public Sector Officials
- Building Owners & Operations Managers
Why Choose IEPA?
100% Industry-Led Training
IEPA’s EPC programmes are developed and delivered by industry experts actively working in the energy efficiency and building performance sector.
As the Development Quality Partner (DQP) for the QCTO EPC Practitioner Skills Programme, IEPA has played a leading role in developing EPC training standards in South Africa.
South African EPC regulations require qualifying public and private sector buildings to display and submit Energy Performance Certificates in accordance with government regulations and SANS standards.
IEPA’s EPC training programmes are designed to help professionals and organisations understand and prepare for these compliance requirements.
Body of Knowledge
- Background to EPCs with stakeholder roles and responsibilities
- An overview of the policy landscape
- Why the EPCs for South Africa
- Legislation in relation to EPCs
- Applicable standards
- Registering a building and submitting an EPC
- Steps to assess a building for EPC: application of SANS1544, SANS10400XA and SANS50002 (Standards not included)
- Practical exercises
- Preparation to complete a mock EPC
The practical is ideal for:
- Beginners entering the energy industry
- Youth starting careers in energy efficiency
- Technical staff requiring practical exposure
- Delegates wanting additional hands-on support before progressing to EPC Practitioner level
- Professionals looking to strengthen their practical EPC knowledge and enhance service delivery to clients
- Team leaders managing interns or junior technical staff involved in EPC projects
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IEPA Advantages
- QCTO Accredited Skills Development Provider
- Practical, industry-relevant learning
- Flexible learning options
- Experienced facilitators and assessors
- Real-world case studies and building applications
- Pathway toward EPC industry registration
EPC Practitioner Introduction (2-Day Course)
Available:
- In-Class Training
- Live Online Training
Course Overview
This comprehensive 2-day course introduces delegates to:
- EPC regulations and compliance requirements
- EPC calculations and methodologies
- Building energy performance principles
- Case study exercises
- Preparing for EPC assessments and SANEDI registration pathways
The course is aligned with the QCTO Occupational Skills Programme and provides foundational knowledge for professionals working with building energy performance and compliance.
Assessment optional extra:
- Theoretical Assessment
- EPC Case Study Assessment
Certification options through IEPA Assessment Process
Successful delegates receive:
- Certificate of Achievement
- Statement of Results aligned to QCTO outcomes
EPC Data Collector (Practical Training | 5-Day Course)
Available:
- Day 1-2 available as in-class or online
- Day 3-5 In-Class Training Only
Course Overview
This 5-day practical-focused programme includes:
- The full 2-day EPC Practitioner Introduction course
PLUS - 3 additional days of guided practical training using IEPA’s building and live measurement environments.
Delegates gain hands-on exposure to:
- Practical EPC planning
- Building data collection
- Measurement techniques
- Equipment usage
- Preparing buildings for EPC assessments
This option is ideal for delegates who want more confidence and practical experience before entering the industry or progressing toward EPC Practitioner certification.
Practical Training Includes
- Site-based practical exercises
- Data collection and measurement
- Introduction to EPC equipment and tools
- Collating building energy data
- Preparing documentation for EPC assessments
- Continuous practical assessment
Certification
Successful delegates receive:
- Certificate of Achievement
- QCTO-aligned Statement of Results
- Practical assessment recognition
On-Demand EPC Academy
Flexible Self-Paced Learning
Our On-Demand EPC Academy gives delegates the flexibility to learn at their own pace through professionally pre-recorded training sessions covering the theoretical components of EPC training.
Ideal for busy professionals, remote learners, or delegates wanting to revisit key concepts, the academy provides convenient access to EPC knowledge anytime, anywhere.
Ideal For:
- Self-paced learners
- Professionals requiring refresher training
- Delegates preparing for assessments
- Teams wanting flexible training access
- Professionals looking to strengthen their EPC knowledge foundation