Training Library
The industry’s collective resource for home performance training and education
Browse our extensive library of certification training, continuing education opportunities, exam preparation, and on-the-job learning. Here you can find in-depth courses, programs, and opportunities from some of the industry’s top training providers and experts.
Insulation and Radiant Barrier Evaluation
This online, on-demand training class will be of interest to Insulation Installers, HERS Raters, RFIs, Code Officials, and General Contractors. The number of items and standards to be considered and evaluated when determining the quality of a residential insulation job or the installation of radiant barriers is surprising.
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Indoor Air Quality and Mechanical Ventilation
This online, on-demand training class is targeted to HERS Raters, RFIs and Code Officials; but will be interesting to anyone who breathes while inside their residence. You will learn all about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), carbon monoxide production, and mechanical ventilation systems.
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Energy Modeler Certification
Being an Energy Modeler is much, much more than data entry. The ability to generate an accurate energy model is one of the most difficult and critical responsibilities
of a HERS Rating or Code Compliance evaluation. This course provides information about the energy modeling of homes, but also about the energy and construction considerations that must be made when developing an energy model.
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ENERGY STAR Single Family New Homes
This fully online, on-demand training class teaches ENERGY STAR Verifiers what they need to know to verify homes for the ENERGY STAR Program. This course is open to RESNET HERS Raters, Rating Field Inspectors, HERS Modelers, BPI Certified Professionals, and CHEERS Verifiers who are new to ENERGY STAR. A remotely proctored exam is included.
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ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction Certification
This fully online, on-demand course provides the required training for those verifying under the ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction program. This is an EPA Approved training course for RESNET HERS Raters, Rating Field Inspectors, HERS Modelers, BPI Certified Professionals, and CHEERS Verifiers. A remotely proctored exam is included.
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Energy Fundamentals
This short course covers the definition of energy including detailed energy terms and the language of energy. You will learn the laws of thermodynamics and take a deep dive into the concepts of heat flow, air flow, and moisture flow.
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Construction Primer
Construction basics and building components are covered in this course. We take a tour of construction plans and learn what to expect in the plan set.
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Construction Math
There are many uses for Construction Math, from Building Science to Real Estate to Construction. This course will help you dust off and expand your math skills with a focus on residential construction.
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Combustion Safety and Combustion Safety Testing
We define the Combustion Appliance Zone(s) (CAZ), discuss the combustion process and elements of combustion safety, understand the multiple combustion appliances we may have to evaluate as well as testing protocols and visual examination.
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Building Science and the Building Envelope
This course introduces you to construction terminology, takes you through a quick history of home construction and home energy use and dives into the details of building envelope energy flows.
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Become a LEED Green Rater
If you have three years of experience in the residential construction sector and want to advance sustainability, consider applying to become a Green Rater today to help ensure housing projects are built better.
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Access all GHI CE BPI Webinars On Demand
GHI offers a diverse range of CEU Education Webinars for BPI, State Builders and Designers License, PHIUS, GBCI, and others. Our comprehensive courses cover a wide spectrum of residential green building educational topics, contributing to the improvement of our new and existing housing stock. New courses are added every week.
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Learning Edge Courses
Discover Residential Energy Efficiency, Code, and Building Science Classes at Learning Edge. Gain valuable insights and practical skills to excel in the field of residential energy efficiency.
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Home Energy Score Assessor Training
This course will help you successfully challenge the DOE’s Home Energy Score Exam – and provides the skills required to work in the field as a Home Energy Score Qualified Assessor. The course also provides a solid foundation for a career in the green industry.
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BPI Healthy Housing Principles
Achieving the Healthy Housing Principles (HHP) Certificate of Knowledge signifies your understanding of how the various components of a home interact to influence the health of its occupants.
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