FREE TRAINING FOR FRONT LINE STAFF – NEW DATES IN 2026
Fuel poverty is a major problem in Scotland. More than one in four people can’t afford to heat their homes to an adequate level. For those living in fuel poverty, the consequences are ill health, discomfort and debt. This often means choosing between heating and eating.
We provide the free of charge training, to front line staff responsible for looking after the health, wellbeing, and social welfare of vulnerable people. This energy efficiency training will enable a range of organisations in Scotland, to provide appropriate and effective advice and information to clients, helping them to obtain all the help and support that’s available.
We are delivering this course online utilising Microsoft Teams. Places are available on a first come, first served basis. The course will cover:
- Introduction to EAS and the Stay Warm Stay Well
- Fuel poverty – causes and effects
- Cold damp homes and health impacts
- Condensation dampness
- Energy efficiency
- Heat loss in the home
- Paying for fuel and fuel debt issues
- Sourcing help and effective signposting
- Tariffs and switching
The course is delivered in two sessions. Each session consists of a PowerPoint delivery followed by a Q&A session. Participants must attend both sessions to be eligible to receive a certificate for Continued Personal Development (CPD) a
Do you know someone who is cold at home or who struggles to afford their fuel bills? If so, this free training can help you to find solutions.
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