Become an Energy Auditor/Building Analyst/Rater
For as Little as $499
To find out more information about our training program in Energy Retrofitting/Contractor/Construction Worker .Click Here.
We offer the training, including training in the business side, that you need to become an energy auditor. We are a Building Performance Institute (BPI) accredited training provider that has been involved with training for over 15 years. Inspections are visual processes and we feel the best way to be trained is visually. We use dozens of DVDs in our training so you see the things you should be inspecting and auditing
$699 Energy Auditor/BPI Building Analyst/HERS Rater/DOE-Weatherization Auditor Complete Course
$599 If you are already an experienced home inspector
$499 If you are a former student of ours or if you purchase our home inspector training package
Add only $15 for S&HThis Complete Course includes the following:
19 DVD set Energy Auditor Training: Covers all the BPI Building Analyst Standards, the HERS Rater Standards, and DOE-Weatherization Core Competencies.
10 DVD set "Pre-Energy" Residential Basic Training for those without a construction background or who have gaps in their construction background (e.g. no HVAC experience). This is not needed if you are already an experienced home inspector.
3 DVD Energy Auditor, Building Analyst (B.A.), HERS Rater, and DOE-Weatherization Training: Whole House Assessment, Diagnosing and Air Sealing
1 CD - CD includes BPI documents, OSHA, Thermal Bypass, Sample State Weatherization Standards, and Worker Safety
1 DVD : Energy Business and Marketing issues
4 DVD Equipment Training: Blower Door, Pressure Pan, Zone Pressure Diagnostics, Duct Blaster
5 DVD Energy Basics: Basic Energy Concepts, Heat Flow, Climate and Comfort, etc.
1 Book Residential Energy by Krieger and Dorsi
Auditor Inspection Forms on CD
What does an energy auditor do? An energy auditor determines how to make a home more energy efficient and comfortable. An energy auditor examines the heating and cooling equipment, thermostats, air infiltration, duct systems, filters, insulation, weatherstripping, windows, lighting, and appliances. The auditor inspects the attic, basement or crawlspace and runs diagnostic tests to check the home�s envelope and duct leakage. An auditor can also use an infrared camera to find trouble spots. A home energy auditor identifies how much energy a home uses and then recommends prioritized improvements to increase the home�s energy efficiency and comfort level.
What certification is needed? Although no certification is mandated yet for most states, you probably want to show your credentials. There are two large non-profit associations representing energy auditors: BPI and RESNET that are very well respected (don�t be fooled by schools saying they will certify you�their certification is usually not recognized anywhere). Click here to learn about the certifications these two organizations offer.
What education and training is needed? It is virtually impossible to pass the certification exams without education and training. Our training material covers all of DOE�s Core Competencies for Energy Auditor, plus it is in a user-friendly format. Audits are visual processes and we feel the best way to be trained is visually. The program is self-paced utilizing dozens of visually-oriented DVDs and an industry standard book. Most importantly, the emphasis of the DVDs is to expose you to on-site situations, so that when you get out on-site, you will be more familiar with the surroundings and can get started on the job much sooner.
With home study, you get to keep all of the material. Most people forget what they learn in class within a few weeks. With this training material, you have the material to review at any time
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There are Two Methods To Order Any Item On This Page
1. Call Us Toll Free: (888) 466-4677 and tell us your fax number and we will fax an order form to you.
2. Fill out the order form, including credit card information and fax the form to our secure, dedicated fax 1-801-474-3289 or mail it to PO Box 1986, SLC, UT 84110OR
1. Click Here and then click on the name of the item you wish to purchase.
2. Print the order form which appears.
3. Fill out the order form, including credit card information and then fax the form to our secure, dedicated fax 1-801-474-3289 or mail it to PO Box 1986, SLC, UT 84110
Prices subject to change. 2-3 day delivery available on training. Purchased DVD's licenses only for training one individual. Copyright penalty for prohibited use. Licenses are available for training additional trainees at reduced rates.Not available to professional trainers.
Become an Energy Retrofitter/BPI Envelope Professional/Contactor/Construction Worker
For as Little as $499
To find out more information about our training program to be an Energy Auditor Click Here.
We offer the training, including training in the business side, that you need to become an energy retrofitter. We are a Building Performance Institute (BPI) accredited training provider that has been involved with training for over 15 years. Inspections are visual processes and we feel the best way to be trained is visually. We use dozens of DVDs in our training so you see the things you should be installing.
Energy Retrofitter/BPI Envelope Professional/DOE-Weatherization Installer/Contractor/Construction Worker Complete Course $699
If you are already an experienced home inspector, the cost is only $599.
If you are a former student of ours or if you purchase our home inspector training package, the cost is only $499
Add only $15 for S&HThe course includes the following:
19 DVD set Energy Installer Training: Covers all the BPI Envelope Professional Standards, and the DOE-Weatherization Installer Core Competencies for Installers/Retrofitters/Contractors/Construction Workers. 10 DVD set "Pre-Energy" Residential Basic Training for those without a construction background or who have gaps in their construction background (e.g. no HVAC experience). This is not needed if you are already an experienced home inspector.
3 DVD Energy Retrofitter, Envelope Profeesional (E.P.) and DOE-Weatherization Training: Whole House Assessment, Diagnosing and Air Sealing
1 CD - CD includes BPI documents, OSHA, Thermal Bypass, Sample State Weatherization Standards, and Worker Safety
1 DVD : Energy Business and Marketing issues
4 DVD Equipment Training: Blower Door, Pressure Pan, Zone Pressure Diagnostics, Duct Blaster
5 DVD Energy Basics: Basic Energy Concepts, Heat Flow, Climate and Comfort, etc.
1 Book Residential Energy by Krieger and Dorsi
Installer check lists on CD
What does an energy retrofitter do? A energy retrofitter makes a home more energy efficient and comfortable by changing the physical characteristics of the building. An energy retrofitter retrofits the heating and cooling equipment, thermostats, air infiltration, duct systems, filters, insulation, weatherstripping, windows, lighting, and appliances. An energy retrofitter uses the prioritized improvements list created by the auditor to increase the home�s energy efficiency and comfort level.
What certification is needed? Although no certification is mandated yet for most states, you probably want to show your credentials. There are one large non-profit association representing energy retrofitters: BPI. They are very well respected (don�t be fooled by schools saying they will certify you�their certification is usually not recognized anywhere). Click here to learn about the certifications these two organizations offer.
What education and training is needed? It is virtually impossible to pass the certification exams without education and training. Our training material covers all of BPI's Envelope Professional Standards and DOE�s Core Competencies for Energy Installer, plus it is in a user-friendly format. Retrofitting is a very visual process and we feel the best way to be trained is visually. The program is self-paced utilizing dozens of visually-oriented DVDs and an industry standard book. Most importantly, the emphasis of the DVDs is to expose you to on-site situations, so that when you get out on-site, you will be more familiar with the surroundings and can get started on the job much sooner.
With this home study course, you get to keep all of the material. Most people forget what they learn in class within a few weeks. With this training material, you have the material to review at any time
.
There are Two Methods To Order Any Item On This Page
1. Call Us Toll Free: (888) 466-4677 and tell us your fax number and we will fax an order form to you.
2. Fill out the order form, including credit card information and fax the form to our secure, dedicated fax 1-801-474-3289 or mail it to PO Box 1986, SLC, UT 84110OR
1. Click Here and then click on the name of the item you wish to purchase.
2. Print the order form which appears.
3. Fill out the order form, including credit card information and then fax the form to our secure, dedicated fax 1-801-474-3289 or mail it to PO Box 1986, SLC, UT 84110Prices subject to change. 2-3 day delivery available on training. Purchased DVD's licenses only for training one individual. Copyright penalty for prohibited use. Licenses are available for training additional trainees at reduced rates.
Not available to professional trainers.
Certifications in the Home Energy Arena
Definitions
There are basically two types of work being done in the energy arena:
Evaluator/Auditor � does a survey or tests the house to see what condition the house is in from the energy standpoint.
Installer/Contractor � Once the house has been evaluated, this person uses the information collected from the evaluator and the evaluators directions s on what to do in the home. Installers do some testing as well but typically only to see if their work is proving to be productive or to address possible safety issues in the homes they are working in (e.g. installers are required to "test out" at the end of each day and when their work ends to ensure that their work has not compromised the safety of the occupants)
BPI has both evaluator and installer certifications while RESNET only has evaluator certifications.
Certifications (in order of increasing difficulty of achieving)
Home Energy Survey Professional - HESP (RESNET) Type: Evaluator � no specific training required but some training is clearly still necessary.
50 question test, No Field ExamResidential Building Envelope Air Leakage Control Installer � ALCI - (BPI) Type: Installer
This certification a special testing circumstance � there is a very basic field exam with props that is directed solely at proving ones� skills at caulking, blocking bypasses, foaming, etc. Technically there is no "written exam" since questions are delivered verbally by the field examiner and the examinee answers them verbally. So, in essence, this involves both a question based verbal exam as well as the field exam but both are limited to the examinee proving their knowledge and skills in the Air Sealing arena (no blower door or combustion appliance zone (CAZ) testing, no auditor oriented inspection skills required, etc.)Diagnostic Home Energy Survey Professional - DHESP (RESNET) Type: Evaluator � Must first be certified as a Home Energy Survey Professional
In addition to having the knowledge base of the HESP, the examinee must also prove an ability to conduct diagnostic testing on both the building envelope and ductwork. You can be designated by your RESNET provider as a DHESP. In most cases this probably means that your provider will require to show him/her that you can properly conduct these diagnostic tests and show familiarity with any special concerns with your local climate.Building Analyst � BA (BPI) Type: Evaluator
Envelope Professional � EP (BPI) Type: Installer
Home Energy Rater - Rater - RESNET Type: Evaluator - New Homes only
Must take a roughly 3 day course, pass the RESNET Energy Rater exam and, in the process, show proficiency:
in the field in blower door testing
in evaluating a home in accordance with the Mortgage Industry National Home Energy Rating System
entering data collected on a home evaluation onto a computer program
provide a final report on the rating of three homesComprehensive Home Energy Auditor - CHEA � (RESNET) Type: Evaluator
Must be a Rater and then also show proficiency in:
Providing a work scope according to BPI BA standards
Providing combustion testing according to BPI BA standards
OR
Must be a BA and then also be able to accomplish:
Building simulation and performance analysis
Provide HERS ratings in accordance with the Mortgage Industry National Home Energy Rating System
OR
Be certified by the Texas Home Energy Rating OrganizationOther Specialized Certifications
Manufactured Housing Professional Type: Installer
See BPI web siteHeating Professional: Type Evaluator and installer
See BPI web siteA/C or Heat Pump Professional: Type Evaluator and installer
See BPI web siteMultifamily certifications
See BPI web site
