Introduction:
This course is the first of its kind, providing a new industry standard for knowledge 
and training in installing and maintaining green roofs.

Overview:
Recent years have seen a rise in the use of green roofs.
It’s likely that climate change and sustainable urban drainage issues will mean we’ll see 
more and more green roofs being retro-fitted onto existing properties in the near future.

Course Description

Introduction:
This course is the first of its kind, providing a new industry standard for knowledge 
and training in installing and maintaining green roofs.

Overview:
Recent years have seen a rise in the use of green roofs.
It’s likely that climate change and sustainable urban drainage issues will mean we’ll see 
more and more green roofs being retro-fitted onto existing properties in the near future.

The finer details:
When you've done Stage 1, you'll be able to apply for your Red Trainee LISS/CSCS card*
If you're wondering, 'How do I apply for my Red Trainee LISS/CSCS card?' Please click here.
This course is an assessed training course.
In this course, you’ll cover the following sessions:
• Health and Safety/Legislation
• Background/History of Green Roofs
• Types of Green Roofs and Applications
• Site/Structural Considerations
• Drainage
• Tools/Equipment
• Installation processes
• Maintenance/Aftercare
• Environmental Working.
*Land-based Industry Skills Scheme (LISS)/ Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) 
Who should attend?
Our course is aimed at those who want to gain knowledge, understanding and skills within the 
Green Roof and Landscaping sectors.
It's suitable for anyone working or entering the Green Roof industry in a work-based setting at a 
technical level.
It will prepare you for employment and for future learning and training.
What will be covered?
On completion of this course, you’ll be able to:
• appreciate health and safety/legislation
• understand background and history of Green Roofs
• identify types of Green Roofs and applications
• understand site and structural considerations
• understand the drainage

• identify tools and equipment
• understand the installation processes
• understand maintenance and aftercare
• appreciate environmental working.

 

If you are aged 18+ and wish to become a Green Roof Installer, you will need to develop 
practical skills as well as knowledge.
There is a 3-step process for becoming a Green Roof Installer:
1. Complete 'The Introduction to Installing and Maintaining Green Roofs' (Training and 
Assessment or Assessment only) to gain your Red Trainee LISS/CSCS card*
2. Complete 'Green Roofs - Installation and Maintenance' (Training only) to gain the 
knowledge required for step 3
3. Complete 'Green Roofs Installer' (Assessment only) to gain your Blue Skilled Worker 
LISS/CSCS card*stating 'Green Roofs Installer'