Course catalog

Fire and Principles of Passive Fire Protection in Specifying Drylining Systems

Introduction to Weber Modern Renders

This course offers an introduction into our range of render products including our popular weberend MT lightweight render system and our versatile weberend OCR base coat render.

ThistlePro FastSet Finish: E-Learning

A short course to learn the key features and benefits of ThistlePro Finish

Climate Fresk

In order to take action and build solutions, we first need to understand the problem. Climate Fresk is a powerful tool for providing a quality climate education. It is accessible to anyone and can be scaled quickly within an organisation or community.

Introduction to Weber Tiling Solutions

Our tile fixing courses are suitable for all skill levels, options include product training for retail staff, waterproofing and tanking, using levelling compounds, and more. Bespoke courses can also be requested.

Introduction to Weber External Wall Insulation: Low Rise

Increasingly popular as the technically superior method of achieving ever more stringent insulation requirements, External Wall Insulation (EWI) has a wide range of possible insulants, systems and finishes. The course is suitable for applicators, estimators and surveyors.

Introduction to Weber Technical Mortars

Adapted to suit Weber stockists and distributors, the Technical Mortars course is an intense day course covering concrete repair products, grouting, anchoring, pavement repair and bedding mortars.

Introduction to Weberwall Brick

weberwall brick is a fast-fix for both internal and external use giving a “real” brick finish in both look and feel.

Saint-Gobain Retrofit Solutions - Installer course

This three-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical and theory knowledge around the use of Saint-Gobain systems for the retrofit of properties including External Wall Insulation (EWI), Internal Wall Insulation (IWI) and Loft Insulation.

Introduction to Weber Monocouche Renders

Aimed primarily at those interested in using Weber monocouche materials

Saint-Gobain Retrofit Solutions - Supervisor Course

This two-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical and theory knowledge around the use of Saint-Gobain systems for the retrofit of properties including External Wall Insulation (EWI), Internal Wall Insulation (IWI) and Loft Insulation.

Asbesto Awareness

If you’re in a building that was built before the year 2000, it probably contains asbestos. The dangers that asbestos presents are serious, with it being responsible for around 5,000 deaths per year. Employers must ensure that anyone who could disturb asbestos while carrying out their everyday work understands what asbestos is and how to work in a competent and safe way, without risk to themselves or others.

Introduction to Weber flooring solutions

Learn how to get more done in less time with our range of flooring systems, developed for optimum speed of application and strength and durability in demanding industrial and commercial settings

Introduction to Sustainable Homes

This module will discuss the 10 key sustainability issues facing the home building sector, and how best to tackle them in a way that's good for the environment and your business.

The Circular Economy

So you may have heard the term "circular economy" - but what does it mean in practice? This module will help unravel the term.

GypWall Single Frame Partitions: E-Learning

A self paced course which is an introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions.

Introduction to Environmental Awareness

Our introduction to environmental awareness e-learning course is designed to help learners understand what the environment is and why it is important to protect it

Residential Site Managers Course - Virtual Classroom

This digital version of the Residential Site Managers Course is delivered in two one-hour modules remotely. Designed to upskill supervisors in the residential sector, the course is a flexible option for those unable to do training in person or stay off-site for longer periods of time.

Introduction to Gypwall Shaft

This practical one day course is ideal for beginners looking to learn how to install Gypwall Shaft, and also for experienced fixers to help demonstrate their competency through manufacturers training.

Forming Openings in Fire Rated Partitions

This one-day course is ideal for both trainees and experienced dryliners who want to expand their knowledge and practical skills through manufacturers training.

Introduction to Beam and Column Encasement

This one-day course is designed to introduce learners to the installation of GypLyner Encase (framed encasement) and FireCase encasement systems (frameless encasement), and also for experienced fixers to help demonstrate their competency through manufacturers training.

Introduction to GypCeiling Grid

A 1 day introductory course on GypCeling Grid (lay in grid ceilings) covering setting out, forming suspension points, creating bulkheads and changs in ceiling height as well as the installation of ceiling tiles.

Plastering for beginners

Plastering for Beginners is a three day introduction course that teaches participants how to mix and apply Thistle Finish plasters to plasterboard backgrounds.

Introduction to Weber External Wall Insulation: HI-Rise

Increasingly popular as the technically superior method of achieving ever more stringent insulation requirements, External Wall Insulation (EWI) has a wide range of possible insulants, systems and finishes. The course is suitable for applicators, estimators and surveyors.

Commercial Site Managers - Virtual Classroom

The Digital Commercial Site Managers Course runs across four, one-hour modules that are delivered remotely. The course focuses on the correct installation of British Gypsum products relating to fire and acoustics.

Introduction to Finishing Plasterboards

This two-day course is a great introduction for beginners who want to learn how to finish plasterboard ready for decoration. During the course attendees will have a go at both skimming and hand taping.

Sound Solutions

This two-day course will help self-builders and installers to upskill in practical knowledge and understand the benefits of British Gypsum sound solutions to improve the acoustic comfort in customers homes.

Hand taping: E-learning

A short self paced E-Learning module to cover products and accessories associated with hand taping, application and common faults.

Mechanical taping: E-Learning

A short self paced E-Learning module to cover products and accessories associated with mechanical taping, application and common faults.

Introduction to GypCeiling MF

A 1day course covering the installation of GypCeiling MF (MF Ceilings) this includes setting out, forming suspension point, extending components, forming bulkheads/changes in ceiling height and boarding.

Advanced Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

A follow on to the Introduction to GypWall Single Frame Partitions, also suitable for installers wanting to move into commercial work from residential or those that have previous experience of metal stud and want refresh their knowledge and skills.

Commercial Wall-linings

This one-day course gives participants the skills to install British Gypsums two metal wall-lining systems for the commercial sector.

Internal Wall Insulation - GypLyner Single and GypLyner Independent

This one-day course is designed for those in the retrofit market looking to install British Gypsums two metal framed Internal Wall Insulation systems - GypLyner Single and GypLyner Independent

Hand Taping

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in the application of hand taping to tapered edge joints, butt end joints, internal and external angles.

Introduction to Drylining

This is a 3-day long course where participants will develop the practical knowledge and skills to board timber and metal stud partitions and apply plasterboard to masonry backgrounds using the “dot and dab” method for the first time.

Mechanical Taping

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in using the mechanical jointing tools for walls, internal angles and applying external angles by hand application and ideal follow on after completing the Hand Taping course.

DriLyner Dab (dot and dab)

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in the construction of drylining to masonry backgrounds using the 'Dot and Dab' method.

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

This 2-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical knowledge and experience.

Pure Practical

This practical course is six hours of learning for anyone new to the industry, including branch or internal staff.

Advanced Pure Practical

The Advanced Pure Practical course will focus on building high performance systems and understanding the importance of building systems correctly.

Reseller/Distributor E-Learning - British Gypsum products and systems

This self paced course is aimed at resellers and distributors of British Gypsums & Isover products and systems and gives the learner a basic knowledge and understanding of common British Gypsums & Isover products and systems.

ThistlePro FastSet Finish for resellers and distributors (self paced)

A short course to learn the key features and benefits of ThistlePro Finish

GypWall Single Frame Partitions: E-Learning

A self paced course which is an introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions.

Introduction to Life Cycle Analysis

Provides an introduction to the concept of Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and gives consideration of the different stages of the LCA Process.

Digital Leadership

The aims of this e-learning module are to identify the necessary leadership skills and competencies which are essential to successful digital transformation.

Modern Slavery

This module discusses the issue of Modern Slavery.

The Circular Economy

So you may have heard the term "circular economy" - but what does it mean in practice? This module will help unravel the term.

Introduction to sustainable construction in Wales

This module will discuss the key sustainability issues specific to the Welsh construction industry, with focus on legislation.

Well-Being of Future Generations Act In Wales

In this module we will discuss the Wellbeing Future Generations Act in Wales.

Introduction to Isover U Protect System

This one-day course is a great opportunity to develop knowledge on the passive fire protection of ductwork including key regulations and legislation, as wall provide practical knowledge and experience on the installation of Isover U Protect System for passive fire protection of ductwork. *PLEASE NOTE - This course is only for either existing HVAC installers or Distribution partners with experience of selling passive fire protection solutions

Introduction to Weberwall Brick

weberwall brick is a fast-fix for both internal and external use giving a “real” brick finish in both look and feel.

Introduction to Weber Technical Mortars

Adapted to suit Weber stockists and distributors, the Technical Mortars course is an intense day course covering concrete repair products, grouting, anchoring, pavement repair and bedding mortars.

Introduction to Weber Tiling Solutions

Our tile fixing courses are suitable for all skill levels, options include product training for retail staff, waterproofing and tanking, using levelling compounds, and more. Bespoke courses can also be requested.

Climate Fresk

In order to take action and build solutions, we first need to understand the problem. Climate Fresk is a powerful tool for providing a quality climate education. It is accessible to anyone and can be scaled quickly within an organisation or community.

Fire and Principles of Passive Fire Protection in Specifying Drylining Systems

Commercial Site Manager Course

This one-day course aims to upskill those supervising British Gypsum products and system installation in the commercial sector and help them to develop greater competency around inspecting installed British Gypsum products and systems to ensure that the specified fire and acoustics performance is maintained.

Residential Site Managers Course

This one course is designed to help anyone supervising subcontractors in the low-rise residential sector to upskill and gain competency.

Commercial Site Managers - Virtual Classroom

The Digital Commercial Site Managers Course runs across four, one-hour modules that are delivered remotely. The course focuses on the correct installation of British Gypsum products relating to fire and acoustics.

Residential Site Managers Course - Virtual Classroom

This digital version of the Residential Site Managers Course is delivered in two one-hour modules remotely. Designed to upskill supervisors in the residential sector, the course is a flexible option for those unable to do training in person or stay off-site for longer periods of time.

Lunch and Learn - Use of British Gypsum Website

Introduction to the use of British Gypsum website to support you in creating a project specification, project pack, and access test data, details and best practice guidance documents.

The Circular Economy

So you may have heard the term "circular economy" - but what does it mean in practice? This module will help unravel the term.

Modern Slavery

This module discusses the issue of Modern Slavery.

Digital Leadership

The aims of this e-learning module are to identify the necessary leadership skills and competencies which are essential to successful digital transformation.

Introduction to Life Cycle Analysis

Provides an introduction to the concept of Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and gives consideration of the different stages of the LCA Process.

Introduction to Sustainable Homes

This module will discuss the 10 key sustainability issues facing the home building sector, and how best to tackle them in a way that's good for the environment and your business.

Introduction to sustainable construction in Wales

This module will discuss the key sustainability issues specific to the Welsh construction industry, with focus on legislation.

Saint-Gobain Retrofit Solutions - Supervisor Course

This two-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical and theory knowledge around the use of Saint-Gobain systems for the retrofit of properties including External Wall Insulation (EWI), Internal Wall Insulation (IWI) and Loft Insulation.

Introduction to Weberwall Brick

weberwall brick is a fast-fix for both internal and external use giving a “real” brick finish in both look and feel.

Climate Fresk

In order to take action and build solutions, we first need to understand the problem. Climate Fresk is a powerful tool for providing a quality climate education. It is accessible to anyone and can be scaled quickly within an organisation or community.

Fire and Principles of Passive Fire Protection in Specifying Drylining Systems

Asbesto Awareness

If you’re in a building that was built before the year 2000, it probably contains asbestos. The dangers that asbestos presents are serious, with it being responsible for around 5,000 deaths per year. Employers must ensure that anyone who could disturb asbestos while carrying out their everyday work understands what asbestos is and how to work in a competent and safe way, without risk to themselves or others.

Stress Management

Everyone experiences stress from time to time. It can be brought on by any number of factors. It is a natural reaction to many situations in life including work, family, relationships and money. Some stress can be positive because short periods of stress have been proven to make you more alert and increase your performance levels. However, work-related stress is a significant issue, with millions of working days being lost each year as a result of stress, anxiety and depression.

Managing conflict

In order to reduce the risk of threatening or abusive behaviour in the workplace, it is vital to know how to effectively and confidently diffuse such situations. This e-learning is designed to equip your organisation with the skills and confidence required to effectively handle conflict situations.

Lunch and Learn - Use of British Gypsum Website

Introduction to the use of British Gypsum website to support you in creating a project specification, project pack, and access test data, details and best practice guidance documents.

Introduction to Sustainable Construction

Provides an overview of sustainable construction and Identifies of key themes which organisations need to consider when implementing or supporting sustainable construction activities.

Introduction to Life Cycle Analysis

Provides an introduction to the concept of Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and gives consideration of the different stages of the LCA Process.

Digital Leadership

The aims of this e-learning module are to identify the necessary leadership skills and competencies which are essential to successful digital transformation.

Modern Slavery

This module discusses the issue of Modern Slavery.

The Circular Economy

So you may have heard the term "circular economy" - but what does it mean in practice? This module will help unravel the term.

Well-Being of Future Generations Act In Wales

In this module we will discuss the Wellbeing Future Generations Act in Wales.

Introduction to sustainable construction in Wales

This module will discuss the key sustainability issues specific to the Welsh construction industry, with focus on legislation.

Introduction to Sustainable Homes

This module will discuss the 10 key sustainability issues facing the home building sector, and how best to tackle them in a way that's good for the environment and your business.

Fire and Principles of Passive Fire Protection in Specifying Drylining Systems

Climate Fresk

In order to take action and build solutions, we first need to understand the problem. Climate Fresk is a powerful tool for providing a quality climate education. It is accessible to anyone and can be scaled quickly within an organisation or community.

Introduction to Weberwall Brick

weberwall brick is a fast-fix for both internal and external use giving a “real” brick finish in both look and feel.

Climate Fresk

In order to take action and build solutions, we first need to understand the problem. Climate Fresk is a powerful tool for providing a quality climate education. It is accessible to anyone and can be scaled quickly within an organisation or community.

Introduction to Sustainable Homes

This module will discuss the 10 key sustainability issues facing the home building sector, and how best to tackle them in a way that's good for the environment and your business.

Introduction to sustainable construction in Wales

This module will discuss the key sustainability issues specific to the Welsh construction industry, with focus on legislation.

Well-Being of Future Generations Act In Wales

In this module we will discuss the Wellbeing Future Generations Act in Wales.

Standards for Retrofit

This module will examine the PAS2035 and PAS2038 standards as of Oct 2023

The Business Case for Retrofit

This module will give you an introduction to retrofit, and set you up to learn more about retrofit in our other e-learning modules and resources

Whole House Retrofit

This module will look at what is meant by a whole building, and fabric first approach.

People and retrofit

This module will help you understand how central people are to all stages of the retrofit process.

The Circular Economy

So you may have heard the term "circular economy" - but what does it mean in practice? This module will help unravel the term.

Modern Slavery

This module discusses the issue of Modern Slavery.

Digital Leadership

The aims of this e-learning module are to identify the necessary leadership skills and competencies which are essential to successful digital transformation.

Introduction to Life Cycle Analysis

Provides an introduction to the concept of Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and gives consideration of the different stages of the LCA Process.

Introduction to Sustainable Construction

Provides an overview of sustainable construction and Identifies of key themes which organisations need to consider when implementing or supporting sustainable construction activities.

Introduction to Sustainable Construction

Provides an overview of sustainable construction and Identifies of key themes which organisations need to consider when implementing or supporting sustainable construction activities.

Introduction to Life Cycle Analysis

Provides an introduction to the concept of Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and gives consideration of the different stages of the LCA Process.

Modern Slavery

This module discusses the issue of Modern Slavery.

The Circular Economy

So you may have heard the term "circular economy" - but what does it mean in practice? This module will help unravel the term.

Well-Being of Future Generations Act In Wales

In this module we will discuss the Wellbeing Future Generations Act in Wales.

Introduction to sustainable construction in Wales

This module will discuss the key sustainability issues specific to the Welsh construction industry, with focus on legislation.

Digital Leadership

The aims of this e-learning module are to identify the necessary leadership skills and competencies which are essential to successful digital transformation.

Climate Fresk

In order to take action and build solutions, we first need to understand the problem. Climate Fresk is a powerful tool for providing a quality climate education. It is accessible to anyone and can be scaled quickly within an organisation or community.

Fire and Principles of Passive Fire Protection in Specifying Drylining Systems

Introduction to Weberwall Brick

weberwall brick is a fast-fix for both internal and external use giving a “real” brick finish in both look and feel.

Saint-Gobain Retrofit Solutions - Installer course

This three-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical and theory knowledge around the use of Saint-Gobain systems for the retrofit of properties including External Wall Insulation (EWI), Internal Wall Insulation (IWI) and Loft Insulation.

Saint-Gobain Retrofit Solutions - Supervisor Course

This two-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical and theory knowledge around the use of Saint-Gobain systems for the retrofit of properties including External Wall Insulation (EWI), Internal Wall Insulation (IWI) and Loft Insulation.

Internal Wall Insulation - GypLyner Single and GypLyner Independent

This one-day course is designed for those in the retrofit market looking to install British Gypsums two metal framed Internal Wall Insulation systems - GypLyner Single and GypLyner Independent

People and retrofit

This module will help you understand how central people are to all stages of the retrofit process.

Standards for Retrofit

This module will examine the PAS2035 and PAS2038 standards as of Oct 2023

The Business Case for Retrofit

This module will give you an introduction to retrofit, and set you up to learn more about retrofit in our other e-learning modules and resources

Whole House Retrofit

This module will look at what is meant by a whole building, and fabric first approach.

Introduction to Weber Monocouche Renders

Aimed primarily at those interested in using Weber monocouche materials

Introduction to Airless Plaster - Spraying and Sanding

A 1 day course on the application and finishing of Gyproc Spray Finish. Please note that we also offer a 3 day variant of this course which includes preparation of joints prior to spraying.

Introduction to Weber flooring solutions

Learn how to get more done in less time with our range of flooring systems, developed for optimum speed of application and strength and durability in demanding industrial and commercial settings

Introduction to Weber Technical Mortars

Adapted to suit Weber stockists and distributors, the Technical Mortars course is an intense day course covering concrete repair products, grouting, anchoring, pavement repair and bedding mortars.

Introduction to Weber External Wall Insulation: Low Rise

Increasingly popular as the technically superior method of achieving ever more stringent insulation requirements, External Wall Insulation (EWI) has a wide range of possible insulants, systems and finishes. The course is suitable for applicators, estimators and surveyors.

Fire and Principles of Passive Fire Protection in Specifying Drylining Systems

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

This 2-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical knowledge and experience.

Mechanical Taping

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in using the mechanical jointing tools for walls, internal angles and applying external angles by hand application and ideal follow on after completing the Hand Taping course.

Introduction to Drylining

This is a 3-day long course where participants will develop the practical knowledge and skills to board timber and metal stud partitions and apply plasterboard to masonry backgrounds using the “dot and dab” method for the first time.

Hand Taping

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in the application of hand taping to tapered edge joints, butt end joints, internal and external angles.

Introduction to Weber External Wall Insulation: HI-Rise

Increasingly popular as the technically superior method of achieving ever more stringent insulation requirements, External Wall Insulation (EWI) has a wide range of possible insulants, systems and finishes. The course is suitable for applicators, estimators and surveyors.

Plastering for beginners

Plastering for Beginners is a three day introduction course that teaches participants how to mix and apply Thistle Finish plasters to plasterboard backgrounds.

Introduction to GypCeiling Grid

A 1 day introductory course on GypCeling Grid (lay in grid ceilings) covering setting out, forming suspension points, creating bulkheads and changs in ceiling height as well as the installation of ceiling tiles.

Introduction to Finishing Plasterboards

This two-day course is a great introduction for beginners who want to learn how to finish plasterboard ready for decoration. During the course attendees will have a go at both skimming and hand taping.

Introduction to GypCeiling MF

A 1day course covering the installation of GypCeiling MF (MF Ceilings) this includes setting out, forming suspension point, extending components, forming bulkheads/changes in ceiling height and boarding.

Introduction to Beam and Column Encasement

This one-day course is designed to introduce learners to the installation of GypLyner Encase (framed encasement) and FireCase encasement systems (frameless encasement), and also for experienced fixers to help demonstrate their competency through manufacturers training.

Forming Openings in Fire Rated Partitions

This one-day course is ideal for both trainees and experienced dryliners who want to expand their knowledge and practical skills through manufacturers training.

Introduction to Gypwall Shaft

This practical one day course is ideal for beginners looking to learn how to install Gypwall Shaft, and also for experienced fixers to help demonstrate their competency through manufacturers training.

Commercial Wall-linings

This one-day course gives participants the skills to install British Gypsums two metal wall-lining systems for the commercial sector.

Advanced Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

A follow on to the Introduction to GypWall Single Frame Partitions, also suitable for installers wanting to move into commercial work from residential or those that have previous experience of metal stud and want refresh their knowledge and skills.

Introduction to Weber External Wall Insulation: HI-Rise

Increasingly popular as the technically superior method of achieving ever more stringent insulation requirements, External Wall Insulation (EWI) has a wide range of possible insulants, systems and finishes. The course is suitable for applicators, estimators and surveyors.

Introduction to Weber Modern Renders

This course offers an introduction into our range of render products including our popular weberend MT lightweight render system and our versatile weberend OCR base coat render.

Introduction to Weber External Wall Insulation: Low Rise

Increasingly popular as the technically superior method of achieving ever more stringent insulation requirements, External Wall Insulation (EWI) has a wide range of possible insulants, systems and finishes. The course is suitable for applicators, estimators and surveyors.

Introduction to Weber Tiling Solutions

Our tile fixing courses are suitable for all skill levels, options include product training for retail staff, waterproofing and tanking, using levelling compounds, and more. Bespoke courses can also be requested.

GCP Technical Workshop

This workshop provides an introduction to GCP (part of Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals BU), highlighting its service capabilities and commitment to quality standards.

Introduction to Weber Technical Mortars

Adapted to suit Weber stockists and distributors, the Technical Mortars course is an intense day course covering concrete repair products, grouting, anchoring, pavement repair and bedding mortars.

Introduction to Weberwall Brick

weberwall brick is a fast-fix for both internal and external use giving a “real” brick finish in both look and feel.

Introduction to Weber flooring solutions

Learn how to get more done in less time with our range of flooring systems, developed for optimum speed of application and strength and durability in demanding industrial and commercial settings

Introduction to Weber Monocouche Renders

Aimed primarily at those interested in using Weber monocouche materials

Introduction to Isover U Protect System

This one-day course is a great opportunity to develop knowledge on the passive fire protection of ductwork including key regulations and legislation, as wall provide practical knowledge and experience on the installation of Isover U Protect System for passive fire protection of ductwork. *PLEASE NOTE - This course is only for either existing HVAC installers or Distribution partners with experience of selling passive fire protection solutions

Fire and Principles of Passive Fire Protection in Specifying Drylining Systems

Introduction to Beam and Column Encasement

This one-day course is designed to introduce learners to the installation of GypLyner Encase (framed encasement) and FireCase encasement systems (frameless encasement), and also for experienced fixers to help demonstrate their competency through manufacturers training.