Are green skills courses free?

Often funded via Skills Bootcamps or college programmes for eligible learners; paid open courses also exist.

Green Skills Courses in the UK

Green skills is the umbrella term for training that builds the low-carbon workforce. This guide maps the routes into energy efficiency careers.

Last reviewed: August 2026

The career ladder

Entry: insulation, solar, EV. Mid: heat pump installer, DEA. Advanced: Retrofit Assessor, Coordinator, Designer. Funded routes exist via Skills Bootcamps and the Warm Homes Skills Programme.

Funding

Many green skills courses are funded for eligible learners through Skills Bootcamps, college courses and employer CITB grants.

FAQs

Are green skills courses free?: Often funded via Skills Bootcamps or college programmes for eligible learners; paid open courses also exist.