A BPI Building Analyst Professional is a person who evaluates uncontrolled air leakage into and out of a home and identifies heating and cooling problems that lead to high energy costs, health problems, and occupant discomfort.
Start a New Career
Begin working in the home performance industry with a nationally-recognized certification!
Gain New Clients
If you already work for a HVAC or trade company, you can add home energy auditing as a new service and reach more customers!
Grow Your Business
Qualify for utility rebate programs that require technicians with BPI Certification.
"I learned more than I could expect. You could tell the instructors are both very passionate about what they teach. That helped me get into the class and become just as passionate. I'm looking forward to taking more classes with these instructors. Thank you."
- Jeff Elsasser
HOW IT WORKS
How to Get BPI BA Certified
Our BPI training classes include everything that you need to get certified.
1. Pass the BPI BSP Exam
The BPI Building Science Principles (BSP) certificate of knowledge is a required first step for anyone pursuing BPI Certification.
2. Pass the BPI BA-T Exam
The BPI Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) is the next required step before attempting the BPI Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) certification.
3. Pass the BPI BA-P Exam
Simply register for this "Building Analyst Package," which includes BSP, BA-T, and BA-P. Save time & money now, and reap the benefits of getting all necessary training and exams in one place.
TOPICS
BPI Building Analyst Course Topics
Our BPI Building Analyst certification course is aligned with the Building Performance Institute's (BPI) standards for home energy auditing and teaches you how to use building science to diagnose a home's energy issues.
What You'll Learn
Principles of Energy
Basics of Heat, Moisture & Airflow
Building Structural Elements
Types of Insulation
Building Mechanical Elements
Blower Door & Pressure Diagnostics
Combustion Safety
Common Problems & Solutions
The Energy Audit Process
Health & Safety
WHAT'S INCLUDED
BPI Course Materials
Regardless of which format you choose – Online or Blended – you will receive:
Everything You Need to Succeed
Building Science Principles online training & exam
Equipment skills training
BPI Building Analyst Technician field exam ($700 value)
BPI Building Analyst Professional written exam ($400 value)
If you register for our blended course, you will watch our online training videos and then appear in person for hands-on field training with equipment and your written/field certification exams.
If you sign up for our online class you will watch our online training videos and then schedule to have your written/field certification exams proctored when you're ready.
This package satisfies all BPI prerequisites so you can fast-track to the highest level of Building Analyst Certification.
Online
$3297 $2599
Package includes BSP + BA-T + BA-P
Instant access to online video training
Follow along 24/7 for 6 months
Includes all written & field exams
Need to have energy auditing equipment
Schedule exams at your convenience (remotely)
Blended
$3297 $2599
Package includes BSP + BA-T + BA-P
Instant access to online video training
Follow along 24/7 for 6 months
Includes all written & field exams
Join us for hands-on equipment training
Take your written & field exams in person
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- Michael Trudeau
FAQs
Quick Answers to Your BPI BA Questions
Who is this class intended for?
This BPI Building Analyst training course is ideal for HVAC technicians, general contractors, home inspectors, home builders, electricians, and anyone else interested in a career in home energy auditing.
Are there any prerequisites?
No, you can begin training today!
What energy auditing equipment will I need?
If you register for our blended format, we will provide all equipment for the training and testing. If you register for the online (self-paced) format, you will need to buy, borrow, or rent the following equipment:
Blower door
Manometer (comes with blower door kit)
Ambient CO monitor
Mirror
Combustion analyzer
Pressure pan
Fan flow meter
When you register for this course, you will automatically receive energy auditing equipment discounts from leading equipment manufacturers, such as Retrotec, The Energy Conservatory, and TruTech Tools.
Are the exams included with this course?
Yes. If you take the blended version of the course, you'll complete your written and field exams at the end of the week.
If you took the online version of the course, you will need to find a home that meets the BPI Standard, obtain the required field equipment, and contact us to proctor your exam when you're ready.
How do I begin the online training?
After you enroll, you will receive an automated email from the Everblue system with your unique username and password to Everblue’s secure online learning portal.
How soon after taking my exam am I certified?
You will know your written exam score immediately upon completion. We are required to submit your field exam score to BPI within 24 hours. BPI will ultimately determine whether or not you passed the field exam and will share your certification status in their online candidate portal. BPI will mail out a paper certificate and ID card, within 4-6 weeks after certification is awarded. However, you may begin work functions immediately after you confirm your certification status online.