Certification Grid
| Title | Overview | Fees* | Prerequisites | Written Exam? | Field Exam? | Duration of Certification or Program | Potential to Bypass Field Exam for Recert? | # of Relevant 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: $99 | None | 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. | Field Exam: $200+* | None | No | Yes | 3 years | No | 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. | Field Exam: $500 + fees* | None | No | Yes (includes oral component) | 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. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $500+* | CFR 608 (type II or universal) | Yes | Yes | 3 years | Yes | 30 CEUs |
| Building Analyst (BA) | Apply the fundamentals of building science and the skills needed to conduct comprehensive energy audits, including assessing whole building ventilation, measuring air flow, combustion safety, and testing/data collection. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $500+* | None | Yes | Yes | 3 years | Yes | 30 CEUs |
| Envelope Professional (Env, EP) | Optimize and verify the installation, operation, maintenance, and performance of envelope systems and improve their interaction with other building systems. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $500+* | None | Yes | Yes | 3 years | Yes | 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. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $500+* | None | Yes | Yes | 3 years | Yes | 30 CEUs |
| Manufactured Housing Professional (MH) | Optimize the installation, operation, and maintenance, as well as measure and verify the performance, of manufactured housing systems. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $500+* | 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. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $500+* | 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. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $500+* | 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. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $700+* | Various prerequisites including certifications, work experience and training | Yes | Yes (Includes additional 35 question online exam) | 3 years | No; Must re-attest to Code of Ethics | 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.) | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $700+* | Various prerequisites including certifications, work experience and training | Yes | Yes | 3 years | No; Must re-attest to Code of Ethics | 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. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $700+* | Various prerequisites including certifications, work experience and training | Yes | Yes | 3 years | No; Must re-attest to Code of Ethics | 24 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. | Written Exam: $250+* Field Exam: $700 + fees* | Various prerequisites including certifications, work experience and training | Yes | Yes | 3 years | No; Must re-attest to Code of Ethics | 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. | Written Exam: $200+* | BA, EA, MFBA, or QCI | Yes | No | 3 years | N/A | Written Exam Required |
| 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. | Independent Rater Company: $200** BPI GoldStar Company with Rater: $50** | 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 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 |
*Current recommended listing fee. Individual BPI Test Center exam pricing may vary from the fees listed above. Candidates seeking certification through a BPI Test Center should contact the BPI Test Center directly for their rates. Application fees are nonrefundable.
**Prices listed are base fees. An additional $200 fee is due for each additional assessor.