Priority Energy is a RESNET Accredited Rater Training Provider and HERS Rating Provider. Our company provides Rater training classes and RESNET continuing education courses. HERS Rater Certification Training
This in-person, live session trains students to become Energy Auditors and HERS Raters. They will prepare to pass the three (3) RESNET certification exams and perform energy efficiency ratings with industry-specific software. Priority Energy combines RESNET’s curriculum with proprietary building science material for an interactive week of classroom instruction, hands-on lab work and in-field new construction assessments.
Priority Energy’s experienced Rater trainers share hands-on knowledge of working with home builders on new construction projects. They will take students through Performance Testing, Data Collection and Mechanical Equipment scenarios.
RESNET HERS Rater 6-Day Training Package:
- Building Science and Construction Principles
- Combustion Safety Testing Procedures (RESCaz)
- Insulation Types and Requirements
- Heating and Cooling Equipment and Assessment
- Domestic Water Heating, Appliances and Lighting
- Infiltration Testing (Blower Door Use)
- Duct Leakage Testing (Duct Blaster Use)
- RESNET Standards, Policies and Procedures
- Ekotrope Software Instruction and 3 Month License
- Hands-On Practice in Training Lab (On-site)
- Data Collection and Work Scope Development
- Practice Written Exams
- Practice Simulation Exams
- Proctored Exams (3)
- Mentoring of 5 Probationary Ratings (Required for certification)
How to Become a Certified RESNET HERS Rater:
- Complete RESNET HERS Rater Training with an accredited RESNET training provider.
- Pass the RESNET National Rater Exam (55 questions; must pass 40 out of 55 or 72%).
- Pass the RESNET Rater Simulation Exam
- Pass the RESNET RESCaz Simulation Exam (Work Scope and Combustion Safety)
- Complete 5 Probationary Ratings (within 1 year of training)
Priority Energy’s RESNET training package includes training, exam fees and mentoring for the 5 probationary ratings.
RESNET Certification Package: $6300 for a 4 person class.
Once certified, all HERS Raters must have a Rating Provider to obtain their rating software and meet quality assurance requirements. Students have the option to join Priority Energy’s Rater Providership. We currently have Raters in our Providership from IL, MI, IA and NE. If you would like more information, please let us know.
Earn both the BPI and RESNET Certifications during the same week!
We know it’s hard to get time away from your business. Priority Energy’s combined training curriculum will prepare you to take the exams for both the BPI and RESNET certifications. We’ll work with you to get you trained and your exams completed in about 10 days. This option is best for people with a few years of experience in construction or HVAC. Please call us to discuss this training option.
Call 312-767-9047Â for more information.
