At wienerberger, we offer a comprehensive range of CPD-accredited courses and practical training sessions designed to support architects, specifiers, contractors, and construction professionals. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of brickwork, roofing systems, paving solutions, or facade design, our training options are tailored to enhance your technical expertise and ensure you stay up to date with the latest industry standards and innovations.
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Explore our CPD courses:
Our CPD presentations are ideal for teams and individuals looking to gain insights into best practices, sustainable building materials, and innovative installation techniques across key areas:
Product-led CPDs
Roof
Control of Condensation
This CPD seminar offers an in-depth exploration of strategies to effectively manage and prevent condensation within roof structures. Focusing on the critical balance between external ventilation and internal air control, the session highlights how passive airflow design and airtightness techniques can significantly reduce the risk of moisture buildup.
Level of expertise required - Ideal for experienced architects, specifiers, and building professionals committed to delivering robust, moisture-resilient roofing systems.
[Online only]
Crafting Legacy: The Power of Handmade Clay Tiles in Modern Design
Join the Keymer team [our heritage roofing experts] for an engaging CPD seminar that delves into the rich history and enduring craftsmanship of handmade clay roof tiles. This session explores the traditional techniques still used today, the importance of material authenticity, and the role of handmade tiles in preserving architectural integrity. Gain practical guidance on best practices, common challenges, and how to ensure compliance with heritage standards—while maintaining the beauty and character of historic structures.
Level of expertise required - Designed specifically for new and experienced architects working on listed buildings and conservation projects
[In person or online]
Wall
Introducing Porotherm – Building smarter with precision engineered clay blocks
Revolutionise your wall construction techniques with our CPD session on Porotherm, wienerberger’s innovative clay block walling system. Designed for architects seeking to future-proof their projects, this session explores how Porotherm delivers faster build times, superior thermal performance, and sustainability — without compromising on quality or design.
Level of expertise required - Ideal for Architects, specifiers, and design professionals focused on high-performance, future-compliant building solutions.
[In person or online]
Movement in Brick
This CPD seminar provides a comprehensive look at the key technical considerations essential to successful clay brick design. From selecting the right product to understanding material properties, movement tolerances, mortar compatibility, and the critical role of expansion joints—every aspect is covered with a focus on how these factors influence architectural detailing and long-term performance. This session equips you with the knowledge to make confident design decisions that balance aesthetics, durability, and buildability.
Level of expertise required – Ideal for new and experienced architects
[In person or online]
Technical Considerations When Designing with Brick
Thinking of incorporating brick into your next project? This CPD seminar is designed to empower architects with the essential technical knowledge needed to turn design vision into built reality. Explore the key aspects of brickwork—from product selection and bond patterns to mortar specification, movement joints, and interpreting technical data sheets. Whether you're designing bold contemporary facades or refined traditional details, this session will give you the practical tools to specify with confidence.
Level of expertise required – perfect for entry level architects or new to the brick industry
[In person or online]
An Introduction of Corium Brick Cladding
Discover the design freedom and construction efficiency offered by CORIUM, the advanced brick cladding system from wienerberger. This CPD provides a comprehensive introduction to the CORIUM system, exploring its unique benefits, technical performance, and straightforward installation process.
Level of expertise required – new and experienced architects with limited knowledge of the Corium system
[In person or online]
Water & Heating
The Fundamentals of Roof Rainwater Drainage
Hosted by FloPlast, This CPD offers architects, specifiers, and building professionals a comprehensive look at best practices, standards, and innovative solutions for roof rainwater drainage. Learn how to specify and design systems that not only perform but also contribute to environmental sustainability and compliance.
Level of expertise required – new and experienced architects or building professionals
[Online or in person]
Paving
Designing with Clay Pavers: Standards, Sustainability & Smart Detailing for Lasting Landscapes
Discover how to design and detail clay paving with confidence in this in-depth CPD seminar. Aimed at architects, landscape designers, and specifiers, this session explores the full potential of clay pavers—from sustainable manufacturing and product selection to laying patterns, installation methods, and compliance with British Standards
Level of expertise required – new and experienced architects and landscape designers
[In person or online]
Industry-led CPDs
All CPDs are delivered by industry experts and can be booked as in-person sessions or virtual presentations to suit your schedule.
Hands-on practical training – available on-site
Looking for more than just theory? Our on-site training sessions provide real-world, hands on experience across our full product range.
Delivered at one of our specialist training centres, our practical workshops cover:
- wienerberger bricks, eco-bricks and tiles → Book your training here
- In-roof solar → Book your training here
Ideal for architects, construction teams and contractors aiming to boost performance and reduce onsite errors.
Student visits & educational support
We’re proud to support the next generation of architecture and construction professionals. We offer engaging student training sessions and factory/site visits designed in collaboration with universities, colleges, and training providers.
Our student programmes include:
- Guided factory tours showcasing modern brick and tile manufacturing
- Technical demonstrations and product insights
- Introduction to sustainable building solutions and innovative design
These visits bring classroom learning to life and connect students with real-world practice.
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What is a CPD?
CPD stands for 'Continuing Professional Development' and refers to ongoing learning and development that professionals undertake. CPDs help professionals to stay up-to-date with best practice, hone their existing skills, learn new ones, and improve their industry knowledge.
How can wienerberger help?
If you want to discover more about a new topic for an upcoming project, need a refresher course, or simply would like to find out more about wienerberger, each of our CPD seminars offers the opportunity to learn something new.
Are you interested in taking part in a wienerberger CPD seminar? Our courses can be presented as online meetings or face-to-face to suit your requirements, delivered by experienced and qualified members of the Wienerberger team. Complete the enquiry form below and we will be in touch shortly to arrange your session, or take a look at the variety of informative and engaging CPD courses we currently offer below.