| Title | Overview | Fees* | Prerequisites | Written Exam? | Field Exam? | Duration of Certification or Program | Potential to Bypass Field Exam for Recert? | # of Qualifying** CEUs Required for Recert to Bypass Written Exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | ||||||||
| Building Science Principles (BSP) | Learn how all of the systems (e.g. HVAC, insulation, appliances) affect the comfort, health, and safety of occupants and durability of the home. |
Online Exam $109 Digital Guide $109
|
None | Yes | No | Lifetime | N/A | N/A |
| Healthy Housing Principles (HHP) | Demonstrate knowledge of how the different components of a home interact to affect occupant health. |
Online Exam $109 Digital Guide $109
|
None | Yes | No | Lifetime | N/A | N/A |
| Site Supervisor Certificate (SSC) | Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to lead the worksite, ensure quality & customer satisfaction, and eliminate callbacks. |
Exam: $200 |
Yes | Yes | No | Lifetime | N/A | N/A |
| Primary Certifications | ||||||||
| Infiltration and Duct Leakage (IDL) |
Perform duct leakage and blower door tests, for compliance with IECC (International Energy Conservation) codes for new home construction or existing home remodels. |
** | None | No | Yes | 3 years | Yes | N/A |
| Air Leakage Control Installer (also known as RBE-WHALCI) |
Gain skills needed to reduce energy loss from air leakage and improve indoor air quality through the proper installation of insulation. |
** | None | No | Yes (includes oral questions) | 3 years | Yes | N/A |
| Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) |
Launched Jan 1, 2023. Understand building science, buildings, and their systems. Collect data and conduct diagnostic testing to industry standards. | ** | BPI Building Science Principles Certificate of Knowledge | No | Yes (includes oral questions) | 3 years | Yes | N/A |
| Core Certifications | ||||||||
| AC/Heat Pump Professional (AC) |
Understand the role of air conditioning and heating systems within the whole home and diagnose and correct problems to achieve peak performance. |
** | CFR 608 (type II or universal) |
Yes | Yes | 3 years | Yes | 30 CEUs |
| Building Analyst (BA) |
Is no longer issued or renewed as of June 1, 2023. Please see the BA-T & BA-P for renewal info. | ** | NA | NA | NA | 3 years | NA | NA |
| Envelope Professional (Env, EP) |
Is no longer issued or renewed as of June 1, 2023. Please see the BA-T & BA-P for renewal info. | ** | NA | NA | NA | 3 years | NA | NA |
| Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) |
Launched January 1, 2023. Analyze collected data and test results to model energy savings and develop work scopes | ** | Building Analyst Technician | Yes | No | 3 years | N/A | 30 CEUs |
| Heating Professional (Heat) |
Assess the installation, operation, and maintenance of heating equipment in relation to other building systems, to reduce energy costs and ensure occupant comfort, health, and safety. |
** | None | Yes | Yes | 3 years | Yes | 30 CEUs |
| Manufactured Housing | Optimize the installation, operation, and maintenance of manufactured housing systems. | ** | None | Yes | Yes | 3 years | Yes | 30 CEUs |
| Multifamily Certifications | ||||||||
| Multifamily Building Analyst (MFBA) |
Apply building-as-a-system fundamentals to diagnose problems and improve the performance of larger, more complex residential structures. |
** | None | Yes | Yes (Picture-based practical exam) | 3 years | Yes | 30 CEUs |
| Multifamily Building Operator (MFBO) |
Use building science principles to apply operations and maintenance strategies in multifamily buildings. | ** | None | Yes | Yes | 3 years | Yes | 30 CEUs |
| Advanced Certifications | ||||||||
| Crew Leader (CL) |
Ensure the quality of, and supervise, the installation and performance of prescribed energy efficiency upgrades. |
** | Various prerequisites including certifications, work experience and training |
Yes | Yes (Includes additional 35 question online exam) |
3 years | No | 24 CEUs |
| Energy Auditor (EA) |
Master the evaluation of the home's performance, including using more advanced diagnostic equipment and modeling software. (Advanced version of BA.) |
** | Various prerequisites including certifications, work experience and training |
Yes | Yes | 3 years | No | 24 CEUs |
| Quality Control Inspector (QCI) |
Verify compliance of retrofit work performed based on work plans and standards. Conduct audits and inspections using diagnostic equipment to develop reports specifying corrective actions to achieve whole house performance. | ** | Active EA Certification | Yes | No | 3 years | No | 6 CEUs |
| Retrofit Installer Technician (RIT) |
Properly install residential envelope air sealing, HVAC duct sealing, insulation, windows and doors, mechanical ventilation, and roofing upgrades in single family homes and small multi-family housing. |
** | Various prerequisites including certifications, work experience and training |
Yes | Yes | 3 years | No | 30 CEUs |
| Healthy Home Evaluator (HHE) | Identify asthma triggers, detect risks for lead poisoning, test for carbon monoxide (CO), and more by incorporating healthy home measures into home performance assessments. |
** | BA, BA-P, EA, MFBA, or QCI | Yes | No | 3 years | Yes | 24 CEUs |
| Programs | ||||||||
| BPI Rater | Become part of the U.S. Department of Energy's nationwide Home Energy Score program. Perform home energy assessments that generate a score and a prioritized list of recommended energy improvements for the homeowner. |
** | BSP, BA, Envelope, HEP EA, HEP QCI or an alternate credential |
DOE online Sim training and testing |
No | 1 year | N/A | N/A |
| BPI GoldStar Contractor® |
For a contracting business. Program that improves quality control and management processes to enhance services, reduce waste and boost customer satisfaction |
Annual fee: $1200 Monthly installment option: $100 |
Must have at least one BA, BA-P, or EA certified professional on staff |
No | No | 1 year | N/A | N/A |
| BPI Product List | For product manufacturers. Program that features products and materials that meet certain industry standards. |
Annual fee for: Up to and including 10 products: $750 11-50 products: $1,250 More than 50 products: Contact BPI for pricing |
Products must meet or exceed certain industry standards. |
No | No | 1 year | N/A | N/A |
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