DEA Launchpad: Zero to Working Assessor (partner Bluewire Hub) (4 Sessions)

Course overview

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DEA launch pad CPD Sessions (x4) (First session, Friday, 2nd October 2026)

Sessions: 90mins / 60mins / 60 mins / 60mins

Programme cost: £275.00 +VAT

📌 About This Event

Have you recently qualified as a Domestic Energy Assessor but are unsure how to take the next step?

The DEA Launchpad is a 4-week, live online group mentoring programme designed to bridge the gap between qualification and consistent, professional practice. This programme is for newly qualified DEAs and those who have qualified but are not yet working consistently. Led by practising DEA and trainer John Allen, this interactive course focuses exclusively on the business and professional skills needed to launch a successful career. You will learn how to find your first clients, set a credible fee structure, and develop the sustainable work patterns needed to thrive as a self-employed energy assessor.

Join a small cohort (maximum 10 participants) and gain the confidence, professional setup, and client acquisition strategies to turn your qualification into a career.

👥 Who Should Attend?

Newly qualified Domestic Energy Assessors ready to start their professional practice. Assessors who are qualified but not yet working consistently and are looking for a clear path to securing clients and building momentum. Please note: This programme does not cover RdSAP methodology or technical EPC content. Participants are expected to have already completed their qualification training.

👨‍🏫 About Your Mentor

This programme is designed and delivered by John Allen, founder of Bluewire Hub. With credentials built on real-world practice, John provides relevant, actionable guidance.

• Practising DEA since 2013 and founder of Bluewire Hub (est. 2014).
• Qualified Retrofit Coordinator (Level 5 Diploma) and holds the ABBE Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency for Older and Traditional Buildings.
• Experienced Trainer and Assessor, delivering DEA and retrofit assessor training and assessing learner portfolios since November 2023.

🎯 Programme Structure & Learning Outcomes

This programme consists of four interactive, live online sessions. There is no pre-recorded content.

Session 1: Mindset and Professional Setup (90 mins) Transition from qualified to professional and establish what good practice looks like from day one. You will leave with the professional setup needed to begin working confidently.

Session 2: Finding Your First Clients (60 mins) Learn the proven routes to work (estate agents, landlords, direct clients) and how to approach them ethically and professionally. You will be able to identify realistic routes to your first clients.

Session 3: Pricing and Value Communication (60 mins) Understand how to set fees that reflect your professionalism and avoid the race to the bottom. You will be able to set a credible fee structure and communicate your value clearly.

Session 4: Building Momentum and Sustainable Work Patterns (60 mins) Discover how to build repeat business, manage cash flow, and create sustainable habits to avoid burnout. You will leave with a realistic plan for building consistent work.

🚀 What You Will Gain

Upon completing all four sessions, you will be able to:

• Present yourself professionally as a Domestic Energy Assessor from day one.
• Identify and approach realistic routes to work.
• Set a credible and sustainable fee structure.
• Operate with the tools and mindset needed for consistent, compliant practice.
• Build early momentum through repeat business and referrals.
• Manage your workload and cash flow to support sustainable self-employment.

✅ What’s Included

• Four weekly live online group sessions facilitated by John Allen.
• Access to a private cohort WhatsApp group for questions between sessions.
• Downloadable checklists and resources provided at each session.
• A CPD certificate on completion with verifiable learning outcomes (3.5 hours total) and access with access to a cohort WhatsApp group and resources.

Places are limited to 10 participants per cohort to ensure interactive, high-value support.

Important InformationThis programme is designed to provide professional guidance and business strategy. It does not guarantee paid work, client acquisition, income levels, or accreditation outcomes. Support offered in four structured sessions and the cohort WhatsApp group.