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This training enables you to understand the updated scheme in terms of technical content and application.
BREEAM International New Construction focuses on mitigating the environmental impacts and improving the performance of new builds internationally.
This latest version of the scheme (V7) is the first modular update across multiple BREEAM schemes, focusing on updating and aligning the energy and carbon science.
Aligning with industry objectives on decarbonisation, this updated scheme requires reductions in operational, embodied, refrigerant, and transportation emissions addressing whole life carbon across the building lifecycle.
The trajectory to net zero will be more streamlined with BREEAM International New Construction V7, rewarding buildings in their transition away from fossil fuels.
BREEAM International New Construction focuses on mitigating the environmental impacts and improving the performance of new buildings in the international market.
This training course enables you to understand BREEAM International New Construction scheme in terms of technical content and application, equipping you with the skills and confidence to carry out assessments as a BREEAM International New Construction Assessor.
Successfully passing this course and examination enables you to apply for your assessor’s license under the BREEAM International New Construction scheme.
The location of the asset you’re assessing determines whether you need a UK or international license for BREEAM International New Construction. Please note that if the asset you’re looking to assess is in Guernsey, Jersey, Sark, Alderney, Herm, Isle of Man or Gibraltar, you will need an international license.
After completing the course learners will be able to:
- Understand the context for BREEAM International New Construction and the new construction market
- Understand and be confident in assessing the technical aspects of the scheme as a BREEAM International New Construction Assessor
- Understand the assessment and certification process, and support structures in place for the scheme and assessors
- Navigate the BREEAM International New Construction technical manual
- Successfully carry out BREEAM International New Construction assessments on new construction projects
At a glance
If you are looking to assess projects in the Netherlands, Spain, Norway, Sweden, Germany, or Austria, then you will need to train under the applicable national scheme. Please refer to the relevant National Scheme Operator for that country in order to understand the training requirements.
There are no formal requirements for this course however, this course is particularly suited to:
- Designers
- Construction professionals
- Those interested in building design and minimising environmental impact.
The location of the asset you’re assessing determines whether you need a UK or international license for BREEAM New Construction. Please note that if the asset you’re looking to assess is in Guernsey, Jersey, Sark, Alderney, Herm, Isle of Man or Gibraltar, you will need an international license.
Classroom/ virtual course content:
This course comprises approximately 30 hours of own-pace online training material introducing you to the BREEAM International New Construction scheme. This is followed by a classroom/ virtual event focusing on the technical aspects of the scheme.
- Day 1: Starts with an initial test based on the online learning programme, followed by an interactive workshop and group activities to understand technical issues in more depth and review issues in a wider context. Topics covered are the BREEAM processes and a review of technical Issues Ene01, Mat01 and Mat03
- Day 2: looks at adapting BREEAM to the different building types and reviews BREEAM in a wider context. It then covers the scope of BREEAM, examination information and the BREEAM Quality Assurance process. In addition, there is a question-and-answer (Q&A) session
Examinations
The course programme concludes with two online examinations, set at a day and time to be agreed between the learner and ProctorU, who invigilate examinations on behalf of BRE Academy. The two examinations must be passed for learners to be able to apply for their BREEAM International New Construction assessor license.
- BREEAM General Understanding examination
- BREEAM International NC Technical examination
Both exams use an ‘open book’ format, meaning you can use any documents related to the course to aid you.
*If you do not pass any exam on the first attempt, you may resit it up to 2 more times. The fee is £ 100 + VAT per exam.
Online self-study course content:
This course comprises approximately 30 hours of own-pace online training material introducing you to the BREEAM International New Construction scheme.
Online course material
- Resources: technical manuals, guidance notes and additional information
- Introduction
- Module 2 – Introducing BREEAM
- Module 3 – Scope and Scheme Classification
- Module 4 – Assessment Practicalities
- Module 5 – Assessor Support Networks
- Module 6 – Categories
- Module 7 – Demonstrating and validating performance
- Module 8 – What happens next?
- Mock Examinations
Examinations
The course programme concludes with two online examinations, set at a day and time to be agreed between the learner and ProctorU, who invigilate examinations on behalf of BRE Academy. The two examinations must be passed for learners to be classified as competent:
- BREEAM General Understanding examination
- BREEAM International NC Technical examination
Both exams use an ‘open book’ format, meaning you can use any documents related to the course to aid you.
*If you do not pass any exam on the first attempt, you may resit it up to 2 more times. The fee is £ 100 + VAT per exam.
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Frequently asked questions on BREEM International New Construction Assessor
What is a BREEAM International New Construction Assessor?
A BREEAM International New Construction Assessor is a licensed professional trained to carry out assessments and certify new build projects under the BREEAM International New Construction scheme.
Who should take the BREEAM International New Construction Assessor course?
This course is suited to designers, construction professionals, and those interested in building design and minimising environmental impact.
What does the BREEAM International New Construction course cover?
The course covers the BREEAM International New Construction technical manual, assessment process, certification, and practical assessment skills required to become a licensed assessor.
Is prior experience required to become a BREEAM International New Construction Assessor?
There are no formal requirements, though experience in design or construction is beneficial for understanding technical aspects of the scheme.
Will I receive a license after completing this course?
Completion of the course and passing both examinations allows you to apply for your BREEAM International New Construction Assessor license.
Are the examinations open book?
Yes. Both the BREEAM General Understanding and BREEAM International NC Technical examinations are open book.
Can this training be applied internationally?
Yes. The course equips learners to assess new build projects under the BREEAM International New Construction scheme globally, with specific licensing requirements depending on the location of the asset.
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