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Why Green Skills?

One of the greatest challenges facing the world is climate change, with rising temperatures and severe weather threatening the existence of the planet. In response, the UK government has set a target for the country to become net zero by 2050 (Net Zero Strategy: Build Back Greener 1) and has ambitious plans to lead the way globally.

The Bedford College Group are committed to the UN Sustainable Development Agenda. Providing opportunities for our communities to develop knowledge and understanding of the importance of nature, sustainability and the causes and impact of climate change. Furthermore, translating this knowledge into positive action and solutions through providing people of all ages an opportunity to train, retrain and upskill into green careers.

If you want to improve your Green Skills/Sustainability knowledge and how you can make a positive impact on the planet, then enrol on one of our free Green Skills training packages. Each of the individual courses can be studied online at your own pace and no attendance at College is needed.

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Green Skills and Careers

The green economy is growing, however there remains a significant gap between the available jobs and the skills readily available in the labour market. This programme aims to make it easier for job seekers to navigate this growing aspect of the domestic economy, and provide a comprehensive overview of environmental sustainability in 2024 and beyond.

This programme will support you to:

  • Interactively Explore the Emergent Hydrogen Economy
  • View In-Demand Green Skills in Different Sectors and Regions
  • Develop an Effective, Market-Ready ‘Green’ CV
  • Develop Foundational Knowledge of Key Concepts
  • Explore Interactive Briefs of COP26 and COP27 Outcomes
  • Learn the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Find out more about this course: Green Skills and Careers

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Decarbonisation

Capturing and preventing carbon from entering the atmosphere are crucial components of the fight against climate change. This programme aims to provide the current and future workforce the knowledge and confidence to navigate this field with confidence and clarity.

This programme will support you to:

  • Explore Interactive Briefs of COP26 and COP27 Outcomes
  • Learn the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Learn How to Measure and Calculate Carbon Footprints
  • ‘The Green Premium’ & Carbon Offsetting Strategies
  • Interactive Carbon Capture and Storage Activities
  • Gain Unique Insight into the CSS Process
  • Explore the Health and Safety of CSS

Find out more about this course: Decarbonisation

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Green energy

The inevitable EV boom will have a drastic impact on the economy and the UN Sustainable Development Agenda. This programme aims to provide clearer understanding of EV technology and a comprehensive overview of battery energy storage system fundamentals.

This programme will support you to:

  • Explore Interactive Briefs of COP26 and COP27 Outcomes
  • Learn the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Prepare for a World Less Reliant on Combustion Engine Vehicles
  • Compare and Contrast Different EV Types and Technologies
  • Master the Basics of Commercial and Domestic EV Charging
  • Understand the Capabilities and Limits of Existing Battery Technologies
  • Design Effective BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems)
  • Learn the Basics of BESS Maintenance and Management

Find out more about this course: Green Energy

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Green Heating

Cost-effective year-round temperature control is increasingly being prioritised by consumers, this programme aims to support HVAC industry professionals upskill to keep pace with a constantly evolving industry of green heating.

This programme will support you to:

  • Explore Interactive Briefs of COP26 and COP27 Outcomes
  • Learn the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Comprehensive Breakdown of Heat Pump Technology
  • Gain Familiarity with the Emerging Hydrogen Economy
  • Explore Industrial Hydrogen Health & Safety
  • Understand the Current and Future Applications of Fuel Cells

Find out more about this course: Green Heating