Building Science Professional Training

Interested in a Building Science Career?

Focus on Energy is offering financial assistance and equipment for qualifying Building Performance Consultant (BPC) and Rating Field Inspector (RFI) trainees.

BPCs, also known as Home Energy Raters, are energy professionals who are trained and certified to evaluate a home's features and prepare an energy efficiency rating. Experienced BPCs are adept in assessing a home's projected energy performance either from construction drawings or by physically inspecting the home.

RFIs are certified by a Rating Quality Assurance Provider to conduct field inspections for home energy ratings. RFIs may conduct inspections and necessary basic performance tests (air tightness and duct leakage) to produce home energy ratings. This certification requires the ability to identify and quantify building components and systems.

Build a Career in a Growing Industry

High school diploma required.
Training and equipment are provided by Focus on Energy.
Work as an independent contractor.
Opportunities for career advancement within the industry.

How to Become an RFI

1 Complete Trainings.

There are three trainings you will need to complete, which are paid for by Focus on Energy. Focus on Energy staff can also help you navigate and understand how to complete each one.

OSHA 10 Training
RESNET's Combustion Appliance Zone (RESCAZ) Training
PSD Academy Online Training

2 Receive Your Equipment.

Equipment is paid for and shipped by Focus on Energy.

3 Complete Three Mentored Field Inspections.

Mentored field inspections are completed with a BPC mentor or Candidate Field Assessor.

4 Complete Final Graded Field Inspection.

This final graded inspection is completed with a Candidate Field Assessor.

Focus on Energy staff are available to guide you through every step. Contact Us

How to Become a Building Performance Consultant

1 Complete Required Trainings.

You will need to complete RESNET Training and Earn Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Rater Certification.

2 Register as a Focus on Energy Trade Ally.

Registration is easy and an application is completed online. You will also be featured on our Find A Trade Ally tool, so customers and potential partners can contact you.

Become a Trade Ally

3 Use It!

Use your new building science knowledge to evaluate homes.

Focus on Energy staff are available to guide you through every step. Contact Us

Resources

Building Performance Consultant Training Overview

Rating Field Inspector Training Overview