Out of Network Cost: $550
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: Weatherization 101 preferred but not required
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader)
Intended Audience: This course is intended for Retrofit Installers and Crew Leaders and is by request only.
Description:
This one-day course provides an in-depth look at the unique characteristics of mobile home construction and offers practical guidance on installing energy-saving measures. Participants will learn the proper techniques for installing weatherization measures and explore proven strategies for successful mobile home weatherization. This class will consist of one day in the classroom and one day providing training and technical assistance to an agency and crew onsite.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand mobile home construction and components
- Recognize mobile home specific tools and requirements
- Identify mobile home specific health and safety concerns
- Apply air sealing techniques specific to mobile homes
- Address duct system sealing, repairs, and diagnostics
- Determine appropriate mobile home retrofit insulation techniques and options
- Exercise general mobile home best practices
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader)
Description:
Air Sealing is a one-day course emphasizing the importance of effective air sealing within the Weatherization Assistance Program. Focusing on effective techniques we will discuss and implement how to detect air sealing opportunities, common leakage sites, determine appropriate tools and materials needed for air sealing. We will discuss air sealing guidance and best practices along with verifying that an effective air barrier has been established. This course is a combination of classroom and lab, using air-sealing props.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the function and location of pressure and thermal boundaries.
- Summarize the basic concepts, theory, and principles of air leakage.
- Identify access to specific air sealing work areas.
- Apply protective measures and cleaning practices while working on the home.
- Recognize signals of compromised pressure and thermal boundaries.
- Characterize common air sealing tools, materials and material characteristics.
- Categorize air sealing opportunities and common leakage sites.
- Explain basic blower door functionality to verify an effective air barrier has been established.
- Describe treatment options for walk-up attics and other unique air sealing details.
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Description:
This one-day course explains ASHRAE 62.2-2016 and its importance in maintaining healthy indoor air quality after Weatherization. The class covers compliance requirements, ventilation options, equipment selection, installation, controls, testing, client education, and data input for ASHRAE calculators. Participants will learn how to meet ASHRAE standards while ensuring occupant health and comfort.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Discuss air sealing and ASHRAE interactions
- Review 62.2 2016 requirements
- Explore compliance options
- Look at installation and testing
- Reinforce the importance of client education
- Interaction with WAweb and ASHRAE
Out of Network Cost: $550
BPI CEU’s: 14.00
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Description:
This two-day course trains participants to conduct residential weatherization audits in Michigan in alignment with the state and federal standards. Participants will learn best practices for pre-visit preparation, client engagement, in-home evaluation, Health & Safety assessments, and diagnostic testing. The course emphasizes accurate data collection and documentation using the Uniform Data Collection Tool and other State-specific standards, such as the Michigan Energy Auditor Guide, the Michigan Field Guide and the Community Services Policy Manual (CSPM).
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Prepare for an Audit
- Utilize mapping tools and property data to plan site visits. Communicate and set clear expectations with clients in advance.
- Conduct Comprehensive Evaluations
- Perform systematic exterior and interior assessments utilizing the Uniform Data Collection Tool (UDCT). Accurately identify thermal and pressure boundaries, and document conditions.
- Ensure Health and Safety Compliance
- Identify hazards and apply Health & Safety standards.
- Perform Diagnostic Testing
- Such as (Blower Door, ZPD, IR, Room Pressures, Fan Flow, Combustion Safety Testing and CAZ Testing) per Michigan Energy Audit Guide (MEAG) and ANSI/BPI 1200 requirements.
- Model and Document Audit Results
- Model audits using NEAT/MHEA software to produce accurate and complete work orders with appropriate notes and documentation.
- Communicate Findings and Next Steps
- Summarize audit results for clients, explain health and safety concerns, and outline subsequent timelines.
- Apply State-Specific Best Practices
- Navigate deferrals, funding sources, and documentation requirements to ensure compliance with Michigan program standards.
Out of Network Cost: $550
BPI CEUs: 13.0
Prerequisites: Building Analyst Technician Certification
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Description:
The BPI Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) is a two-day advanced training program tailored for home performance professionals. It focuses on energy modeling, building analysis, and data evaluation to develop comprehensive reports with prioritized recommendations for improving home performance. Participants learn to create actionable work scopes, perform calculations for ventilation and energy usage, and prioritize health and safety repairs. The course prepares students for the BA-P certification exam.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Integrate Healthy Housing Principles into home energy audits.
- Understand key building science concepts, including heat transfer, thermodynamic principles, moisture dynamics, and calculations for R-values and U-factors.
- Utilize BPI Standards to effectively analyze collected data.
- Develop prioritized residential energy efficiency solutions based on comprehensive building science evaluations.
Out of Network Cost: $550
BPI CEU’s: 13.0
Prerequisites: BPI’s Building Science Principles Certificate of Knowledge (BSP) is a prerequisite for the BA-T certification exam.
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Description:
The BPI Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) is a two-day course designed for individuals entering the home performance industry. It equips participants with essential skills for conducting whole-home assessments, including data collection, diagnostic testing, and understanding building systems. The course emphasizes energy efficiency, weatherization, HVAC systems, and health and safety inspections. This course will prepare students for the BAT certification exam.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental structural elements of residential construction.
- Explore the various home systems that impact energy efficiency, health, and safety.
- Apply Building Analyst knowledge and conduct field inspections according to BPI HEP BA standards.
- Perform safety assessments and efficiency tests on HVAC systems to evaluate their condition.
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Intended Audience: Those new to residential energy efficiency or those looking to gain knowledge for the BPI BSP certificate.
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Description:
This course will outline the importance of building science principles and home performance, including occupant health, safety, comfort, durability of materials, and indoor air quality. This introductory class will demonstrate how these building science principles are fundamental to the house working as a system.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify basic structural components of residential construction
- Recognize the variety of systems in a home that affect energy usage and health and safety
- Identify common building science issues including heat transfer, laws of thermodynamics and moisture issues
- Identify basic mechanical systems and their components
- Apply appropriate BPI Standards to collected data
- Prioritize solutions based on building science evaluations
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Intended Audience: This class is intended for those in the Energy Auditor JTA but will also benefit Crew Leaders.
Description:
This one-day class is for Auditors and Technicians responsible for CAZ pressure diagnostics. While worst case draft testing is primarily focused on Health & Safety, we’ll also address building durability, comfort, Indoor Air Quality, and efficiency. The course covers root causes of pressure issues, CAZ testing procedures, and equipment from a holistic perspective. Participants will perform hands-on diagnostics in a test house, interpret results, identify repairs, and discuss predictability to ensure buildings function properly during and after Weatherization.
While not a prerequisite, this course is recommended before taking the Energy Auditor course.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Define the concepts behind how structural and mechanical systems interact in residential buildings
- Learn how pressure imbalances caused by these interactions create problems with health & safety, building durability, comfort and energy efficiency
- Review all Auditor responsibilities regarding CAZ pressure testing and operational testing of appliances under “worst case” conditions
- Explore how a review of the CAZ pressure testing results can help drive work scope development and remediation of problems
Out of Network Cost: $550
BPI CEU’s: 13.0
Prerequisites: Currently working as an installer with requisite experience
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Crew Leader)
Intended Audience: This class is intended for those following the Crew Leader JTA
Description:
This two-day course equips participants with essential knowledge and skills for supervising shell projects in the Weatherization Assistance Program. Topics include planning and managing the scope of work, job site preparation, project implementation, and completion. The class will cover building science principles, health and safety, program requirements, and effective collaboration with weatherization professionals—providing a comprehensive approach to ensure successful and productive project outcomes.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the requirements of persons in the role of weatherization crew leader
- Express leadership skills for effectively managing a crew and problem solving
- Locate and discuss all forms and documents required of a crew leader in the Michigan WAP
- Elaborate on the actions of developing a plan to execute the scope of work
- Indicate what is needed to prepare and maintain a job site
- Identify the processes of implementing the scope of work
- Plan what is required to manage the entire project
- Describe the steps a crew leader takes in finalizing the job
- Define the relationships with other weatherization staff
- Illustrate the role of the crew leader in maintaining quality control
- Associate the importance of safe work practices throughout the project
- Calculate and anticipate the need for controlled ventilation
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader)
Intended Audience: This class is intended for those in the Retrofit Installer and Crew Leader JTAs.
Description:
Dense Pack Insulation is an in-depth, one-day course intended to cover the principles and theory behind dense pack sidewall insulation. This class will examine proper equipment set up and maintenance along with the necessary tools needed for optimal uniformity, target density, workflow, and production. We will explore the guidance, best practices, and filling techniques related to dense pack insulation. This course is a combination of classroom, and labs working on dense pack wall props.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify access to specific dense pack insulation work areas
- Apply protective measures and cleaning practices while working on the home
- Explain the importance of achieving uniform density within the cavity
- Select necessary dense pack tools, and materials (including safety equipment)
- Identify insulation equipment setup and maintenance protocols
- Reference dense pack related guidance and techniques
- Demonstrate dense pack filling techniques
- Illustrate methods to verify proper density has been achieved
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Intended Audience: Those in the EA/QCI JTAs but good for everyone
Description:
This one-day course introduces the diagnostic tools used in residential energy efficiency auditing. Ideal for auditors and contractors, this course provides hands-on training in equipment use and interpreting diagnostic testing results. Whether new to the field or refining skills, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to perform essential diagnostic testing for energy efficiency retrofits.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify and operate diagnostic tools used in auditing
- Conduct accurate assessments using diagnostic tools
- Interpret results from tests
This session introduces participants to the dashboards and reporting tools used to oversee all Weatherization activities. Participants will learn how to monitor job status, identify bottlenecks, review performance indicators, and locate required data for state compliance. The goal is to equip staff with the ability to make data‑driven decisions and efficiently track agency operations in one unified system.
Key Topics:
- Dashboard navigation and views
- Monitoring all active jobs
- Identifying delays or bottlenecks
- Using standard reports for compliance
- Responding to tracking and triggers in a job
- Exporting and analyzing data
Focus: Monitoring job status, bottlenecks, performance indicators, compliance
Audience: Leadership, Finance, Managers, Modelers, Auditors, QCIs
Sessions:
- Dashboard & Reporting for Managers and Modelers
- Reporting & Close-out for Managers and Modeler
- Dashboard & Reporting Refresher
This session provides staff with the knowledge needed to accurately start and complete a Weatherization application. Participants will learn required intake fields, income eligibility documentation, close-out requirements, and how to maintain data quality. The goal is to ensure agencies meet all state reporting expectations while reducing errors and increasing efficiency in data entry.
Key Topics:
- Starting an application and required intake fields
- Eligibility documentation and household details
- Priority point calculations
- Close-Out procedures and required documents
- Meeting all reporting requirements
Focus: Eligibility verification, priority points, required fields, reporting requirements
Audience: Intake Staff, Managers, Modelers, Auditors, QCIs
Sessions:
- Intake to Close-Out for Managers and Modelers
- Intake Basics
- Intake Accuracy
- Application Completion Procedures
This session guides participants through the full lifecycle of a Weatherization job, from initial creation to final close‑out. By the end of the training, participants will understand how job stages work, how to move a job through each step, and how to align the system with their agency’s workflow. The goal is for staff to confidently manage jobs within the module and ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance throughout the process.
Key Topics:
- Job stages from intake to close‑out
- Mapping agency job workflows to the new job management system
- Navigating between stages
- Tracking progress and documentation
- Managing job updates and status changes
Focus: Job stages, workflow alignment, documentation, status updates
Audience: Managers, Modelers, Auditors, QCIs
Sessions:
- Job Sequence & Stages for Managers and Modelers
- Project Processing for Auditors and Modeler
- Project Completion for QCIs
- Job Management Scenarios for all
This session highlights important tools that support daily operations, including contractor tracking, training and certification records, insurance documentation, and system alerts. Participants will learn how to maintain contractor information and ensure all compliance documents are up-to-date. The goal is to strengthen operational oversight and ensure agencies can manage multiple partners within a single system.
Key Topics:
- Contractor information management
- Tracking training, certifications, expirations, and insurance
- Managing active contractor lists
- Contractor performance indicators
- Integrating these features with job flow and dashboard monitoring
Focus: Contractor oversight, tracking, integration with job flow
Audience: Managers, Intake Staff, Modelers, Auditors, QCIs
Sessions:
- Managing Contractor Basic Information:
- Uploads and Alerts for Intake Staff
Discuss the empowOR rollout and what it will mean for System Admins.
We strongly encourage you to send your questions ahead of time via the Survey Monkey link so we can offer timely feedback and solutions. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T9G2DSC
Audience: System Admins
Sessions:
- Optional Weatherization Drop-in Sessions
This training introduces the new Michigan Weatherization Program Management Guidebook, which aligns policies, workflows, roles, and compliance requirements with the new module. Participants will learn how to use the guidebook as a reference for day‑to‑day operations and program oversight. The goal is for staff to understand how policies connect to the new Weatherization Program Management module’s processes and to support consistent statewide implementation.
Key Topics:
- Guidebook structure and purpose
- How guidebook sections align with the new module
- Roles, permissions, and responsibilities
- Program compliance and workflow expectations
- Using the guidebook as an ongoing operational resource
Focus: Roles, permissions, workflows, requirements, daily operational use
Audience: Leadership, Finance, Managers, Modelers, Auditors, QCIs
Sessions:
- Overview
- Overview for Auditors and Modelers
As agencies transition into the new Weatherization Program Management Module, a comprehensive set of training classes will be offered to ensure every role is fully prepared for soft launch, hard launch, and ongoing program operations. These classes are designed to support staff with varying responsibilities—from leadership and finance to intake staff, auditors, modelers, and QCIs—so each audience receives training tailored to their daily work and program requirements.
The curriculum covers the full lifecycle of Weatherization job management, including job sequencing, intake, modeling, work orders, quality control, contractor oversight, and data reporting. Participants will also gain hands‑on experience using dashboards, navigating WAweb connections, and interpreting reporting tools needed for compliance with state and federal guidelines. In addition, the Weatherization Program Management Guidebook will serve as the foundation, providing the policy, workflow, and operational context necessary to successfully use the new module. Together, these classes ensure that all agency staff can confidently and efficiently operate within a single, integrated system—strengthening accuracy, improving workflow, and supporting high‑quality Weatherization services across Michigan.
Sessions:
- Kick-Off Meeting and Demo
- System Admin Rollout
Work with MiTEC to ensure that your agency is ready for new empowOR Weatherization Program Management Module starting 10/1/26. The following sessions will help agencies learn how to make sure jobs are ready to be used in the new system by the hard launch day.
Audience: Weatherization Managers
Sessions:
- Preparing for the Hard Launch (10/1/26)
This session provides participants with a thorough understanding of how to build and manage work orders within the new module and how the system communicates with WAweb. Participants will learn how to create work orders, upload required documentation, and troubleshoot common connection issues—ensuring a smooth transition from the Compass system.
A key learning objective of this session is understanding how to assign and manage multiple funding sources by measure within a work order. Participants will learn how to correctly apply different fund streams to individual measures, ensure funds are allocated according to program rules, and verify that reporting aligns with state and federal requirements.
The goal of this training is to enable staff to confidently manage complex work orders, maintain accurate funding assignments, and ensure all work order data is properly synced and compliant within the new Weatherization Program Management Module.
Key Topics:
- Replacing Compass processes with the new module
- Creating and managing work orders
- WAweb system connectivity
- Uploading documents and data entry
- Troubleshooting common upload or communication issues
Focus: Work order creation, uploads, WAweb syncing, funding by measure
Audience: Managers, Modelers, Auditors, QCIs
Sessions:
- Managers, EAs, and Modeler
- Uploading WAweb documents and managing measures
Out of Network Cost: $1,375
BPI CEU’s: 32.5
Prerequisites:
Virtual Math Prep and Diagnostic Tools for Auditing are recommended but not required
Additional knowledge recommended but not required:
- Combustion Appliance Zone (CAZ) Pressure Diagnostics (1 day)
- Mechanical Systems Inspection for Auditors (MSIA – 1 day)
- ASHRAE 62.2-2016 (1 day)
- NEAT/MHEA Data Entry (2 days)
- Zone Pressure Diagnostics (ZPD) (1 day)
Intended Audience: This class is intended for those in the Energy Auditor JTA and who have prior experience in weatherization
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Description:
This advanced five-day course provides a complete overview of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to become an Energy Auditor. Participants will learn audit theory, concepts, and procedures through classroom instruction and hands-on practice, covering the entire audit process from start to finish. Designed for those with prior knowledge, this training integrates previous learning into a comprehensive approach to performing energy audits.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the requirements needed to function as an Energy Auditor in the DOE Weatherization Program
- Locate and discuss all forms and documents required as part of the audit process
- Organize class information and previous knowledge base into a comprehensive field audit process
- Demonstrate Auditor skills and inspection processes in the field per Michigan and BPI HEP EA standards
- Formulate a viable work scope for a home
- Validate work scope recommendations
Intended Audience: New State of Michigan (SOM) or BPI Energy Auditors
Description:
This virtual session is designed to provide a one-on-one review of the initial independent audit per the CSPM policy requirement. Upon registering, you will receive a Teams Meeting invitation to join the virtual session.
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Crew Leader or Retrofit Installer)
Description:
This one-day course will cover techniques and best practices for insulating foundations in the Weatherization Assistance Program following the Michigan Field Guide (MFG) and Standard Work Specifications (SWS). We will cover the characteristics of foundations and how best to approach these sometimes- challenging installations. Included will be proper vapor/soil gas retarder installation, air sealing, worker safety, standards, and acceptable insulation application. The in-person course will be a combination of classroom and lab activities using foundation props.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the importance of air sealing prior to insulation
- Locate and verify access to specific work areas
- Identify guidance and standards for acceptable installations
- Organize equipment, tools, and materials necessary for proper installation
- Demonstrate installation of vapor barrier, insulation, and air sealing measures
- Validate effectiveness of installed measures
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Intended Audience: Those new to residential energy efficiency or those looking to gain knowledge for the BPI HHP certificate.
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Description:
This introductory, one-day course explores the eight essential Healthy Housing Principles: Keep It Clean, Dry, Pest-Free, Contaminant-Free, Safe, Ventilated, Comfortable, and Maintained. Participants will learn how various components of a home interact and influence occupant health, safety, and well-being. Through practical examples and foundational knowledge, the course emphasizes the importance of creating and maintaining a healthy living environment.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Distinguish between zoning, building, and housing codes.
- Explain why healthy homes start with the people who live in them.
- Describe how hazards enter homes and strategies to prevent injuries.
- Identify steps to keep a home safe, comfortable, and healthy.
- Understand how heating, cooling, air sealing, and thermal control affect health.
- Explain the importance of regular home maintenance for health and safety.
- Describe why homes should be clean, dry, pest-free, safe, ventilated, chemical-free, comfortable, and well-maintained.
- Spot common problems such as pests, dampness, poor airflow, or broken appliances—and know what actions to take.
- Apply tips, tools, and simple steps to improve air quality, reduce health risks, and maintain a safe, healthy living environment.
BPI CEU’s: 0
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Description:
The intent of this two-hour online training is to provide attendees with weatherization policy regarding mold and moisture, knowledge to recognize conditions that could promote mold growth as well as the importance of not creating new mold growth-promoting conditions. We will also look at health effects of mold on certain household members, moisture concerns, moisture control measures, the need for healthy indoor air quality, pollutant sources, client education.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Discuss weatherization mold policy
- Summarize health concerns of molds
- List conditions that promote mold growth
- Express the role moisture plays in mold growth and IAQ
- Indicate pollutant remediation techniques
- Associate the impact of occupant behavior on IAQ
- Recognize possible needs for mechanical ventilation
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Intended Audience: Anyone interested can take this class
Description:
This one-day course covers proper sizing and installation of heat pump systems for reliable, efficient operation. Participants will learn when heat pumps are appropriate for heating, cooling, and domestic hot water, review system components and operation basics, and discuss visual inspections of line-sets, units, and ductwork. The class also addresses airflow, load requirements, troubleshooting, and the use of manufacturer guidelines and mechanical codes to ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize basic Heat Pump components
- Understand system sequence of operation
- Apply learned skills to develop a more comprehensive audit
- Evaluate different types of Heat Pumps and when a replacement is appropriate
- Understand the importance of load calculations using proper audit inputs
- Highlight best practices for quality installation
BPI CEU’s: 0
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Description:
The intent of this online training is to familiarize professionals with safeguards that must be in place when dealing with lead. Lead is poisonous and is present in many older homes. Individuals working on these homes must be aware of the hazards and how to work around lead appropriately. Use of lead-safe weatherization is critical to protecting the health of clients, workers, and their families.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Discuss what lead is and where it can be found
- Describe lead paint hazards
- Summarize compliance requirements of DOE, EPA and OSHA
- Interpret methods of containment
- Indicate lead testing methods
- Realize the importance of working lead safe
Intended audience: Agency Training Liaisons
Description:
This virtual session is designed to provide one-on-one assistance to help agency training liaisons navigate through the Learning Management System (LMS). This training will be personalized to address any concerns of the agency and increase understanding of all of the options available within the LMS. Upon registering, you will receive a Teams Meeting invitation to join the virtual session.
Description:
This 2-day course is for weatherization professionals with a State of Michigan-recognized Energy Auditor (BA-P, EA) or Quality Control Inspector (QCI) certification who meet Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program requirements under WPN 22-4. It prepares credentialed participants to perform EA and QC inspections on low-rise multifamily buildings (five units or more) and covers the NRL Job Task Analysis for Multifamily Energy Auditor and QCI.
BPI CEU’s: 13
Prerequisites: Building Analyst Professional, Active Energy Auditor or Quality Control Inspector certification
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Description:
Learn how to strategically identify, evaluate, and prioritize low‑rise multifamily buildings for Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) services. This one-day course builds prospecting and evaluation skills, including analyzing building suitability, estimating energy‑savings potential, understanding ownership and occupancy dynamics, and determining practical funding avenues for multifamily weatherization. Participants will also learn effective early‑stage outreach techniques to engage property owners and decision‑makers. Ideal for staff responsible for selecting high‑impact projects, strengthening ongoing partnerships, and maximizing program resources.
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Description:
Learn the core skills needed to successfully manage a low‑rise multifamily weatherization project from start to finish. This one-day course provides practical guidance on scoping work, coordinating with property owners and decision-makers, scheduling crews, managing documentation, and ensuring full compliance with Weatherization Assistance Program requirements. Participants gain tools to keep projects organized, resolve issues efficiently, and deliver safe, high‑quality weatherization outcomes on time and in alignment with program standards.
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Intended Audience: Students intending to take an Energy Auditor course or those who are preparing to challenge the BPI Online Energy Auditor exam.
Description:
This half-day virtual course offers an in-depth look at the math skills needed for Building Analyst Professionals and Energy Auditors. Participants will learn key calculations, formulas, and techniques for evaluating building performance, energy efficiency, and diagnostics. The session emphasizes practical, real-world applications to prepare attendees for certification and professional practice.
Students should bring a basic calculator and a notepad.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Calculate surface area of walls, floors, windows, doors, and other 3D forms; determine area of triangles and volume of rectangular/triangular spaces
- Use Pythagorean Theorem and compute rise height based on slope and run
- Calculate insulation needs by density and understand R-Value, U-Value, and Total R-Value
- Determine heat load for equipment sizing and calculate seasonal heat loss for energy/cost savings
- Complete BTU conversions, calculate Heating Degree Days, and compute kWh usage with baseload formulas for various fuels
- Calculate Simple Payback and Savings-to-Investment Ratio (SIR) for energy improvements
- Apply ASHRAE 62.2-2016 ventilation requirements
- Calculate water fixture flow rates (GPM)
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: WX101 is helpful
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Intended Audience: This class is intended for those in the Energy Auditor JTA
Description:
This one-day course will provide auditors with the knowledge to properly identify the type and function of mechanical systems found in residential homes. Participants will be exposed to different system types, operational characteristics, sequences of operation along with basic testing procedures. In this introductory class to mechanical systems, students will gain the skills necessary to provide a general visual inspection with a focus on auditor responsibilities as part of the energy audit process.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the components and operational characteristics of residential heating equipment
- Discuss design characteristics and sequences of operation
- Understand auditor responsibilities regarding visual inspection of existing appliances
- Understand auditor responsibilities regarding operational testing of appliances
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Crew Leader or Retrofit Installer)
Description:
This one-day course provides an in-depth look at the unique characteristics of mobile home construction and offers practical guidance on installing energy-saving measures. Participants will learn the proper techniques for installing weatherization measures and explore proven strategies for successful mobile home weatherization. This course will be a combination of classroom and lab activities using mobile home props.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand mobile home construction and components
- Recognize mobile home specific tools and requirements
- Identify mobile home specific health and safety concerns
- Apply air sealing techniques specific to mobile homes
- Address duct system sealing, repairs, and diagnostics
- Determine appropriate mobile home retrofit insulation techniques and options
- Exercise general mobile home best practices
Out of Network Cost: $1,100
BPI CEU’s: 26
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Description:
This 4-day Introductory course is for weatherization professionals who hold a current a State of Michigan recognized energy auditor certification or Quality Control Inspector (QCI) certification and meet the DOE Weatherization Assistance Program requirements under WPN 22-4 for those wishing to perform QC Inspections on buildings of five units or larger. This course covers the NREL Job Task Analysis (JTA) for both the Multifamily Energy Auditor and Multifamily QC Inspector, and after the successful completion of the written final assessment, the attendee is awarded a Certificate of Completion.
Learning objectives:
- Introduction to Multifamily EA & QCI
- DOE and State Multifamily Requirements
- Multifamily Housing for Energy Auditors
- Engineering, Specifications, RFP, & Managing Subs
- Multifamily Blower Door Testing.
- Air leakage, Air sealing & Insulation Issues
- Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality
- Base Load
- Domestic Hot Water Systems
- Heating Systems
- Hydronic Distribution Systems
- Health & Safety
Out of Network Cost: $550
BPI CEU’s: 13.0
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor)
Intended Audience: This class is intended for Energy Auditors
Description:
This two-day course will instruct users on data entry and evaluation of energy conservation measures using Weatherization Assistant (WAweb). We will review audit forms and discuss methodology behind data entry. Class participants will individually model a sample home and create a Measures Report for evaluation.
Please bring a computer (a tablet will not work).
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Select proper libraries in creation of an audit
- Reinforce the importance of proper data entry
- Input data in an appropriate manner for accurate calculation of SIR
- Run a Measures Report with appropriate ECM’s specified
- Ensure Itemized Measures are also documented in the report
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor)
Intended Audience: This class is intended for staff that will setting up their NEAT database
Description:
This class will be scheduled upon request. This one-day introductory class will help users in the setup and maintenance of their current Wx Assistant database. We will show how to create and link to new databases going forward along with a tab-by-tab review of the necessary information required to populate the database with current information, measures, and pricing. We will focus on Setup and Supply Library information and particularly, Fuel Cost Libraries, NEAT Insulation Types, and User Defined Measures. Participants should bring a laptop or other appropriate device with Wx Assistant pre-loaded and a copy of their current database.
NOTE: This class does not meet requirements for the purpose of completion of BPI application prerequisites. Please register for the Data Entry class day If you are in need of Energy Modeling software training for the purposes of completing the BPI Energy Auditor application for testing.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Navigate to the location of the database for data linking and new database creation purposes
- Copy and create a new database when making changes to fuel costs and pricing
- Populate the database with current information by comprehensive review of the Supply and Setup libraries
- Investigate and create NEAT Insulation types and appropriate User Defined Measures
- Understand that good NEAT/MHEA runs come from having created good Supply and Setup Libraries
Intended Audience: Prospective Energy Auditors/Quality Control Inspectors
Description:
This session is designed to set up proctoring sessions to take the SOM EA test or any BPI Online or Field tests. Once you sign up for a session, a Student Service representative will reach out to schedule your appointment.
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: It is recommended for certified Energy Auditors and Quality Control Inspectors
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Description:
This one-day course will provide essential best practices for becoming an effective and certified Quality Control Inspector. We will outline techniques for evaluating the work scope completely and accurately from desktop preview to in-progress visits through job completion. We will also discuss measures of effectiveness, missed opportunities, additional work, and report writing. This course will include a written assessment for final completion.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Explore the steps to receive a QCI micro-credential through a BPI test center
- Locate policy, regulations, and standards as they apply to a scope of work
- Identify worker compliance with safety regulations
- Indicate protocol of a QCI in-progress evaluation
- Interpret on site documentation accuracy
- Define installed measures and initial assessment details
- Reference standards in relation to installed measures
- Determine if scope of work policy requirements have been satisfied
- Identify techniques and procedures for successful inspections
- Describe desktop, in-progress, monitoring, and reporting methods
- Trace QCI responsibilities related to the work scope from beginning to end
- Evaluate missed opportunities and scope of work omissions.
BPI CEU’s: 4.0
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Intended Audience: This class is intended for both RIT/CL and EA/QCI.
Description:
This half‑day training empowers participants to confidently use the Michigan Weatherization Field Guide and the NREL Standard Work Specifications. Attendees will learn the required standards for delivering safe, durable, and effective energy‑efficiency upgrades across single‑family, multifamily, and manufactured homes—removing confusion and building clarity around what quality work looks like.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand the anatomy of the NREL SWS and the Michigan Field Guide
- Research the desired outcomes for specific weatherization measures
- Navigate between the Michigan Field Guide and the NREL SWS via hyperlinks
- Locate specific materials to be utilized to perform minimum acceptable outcomes
- Recognize specifications and objectives and how to locate them
- Differentiate between Single Family, Multi Family, and Manufactured Housing
Intended Audience: Anyone in the Weatherization network
Description:
This virtual session is designed to provide one-on-one mentoring with a certified professional to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities. Upon registering, you will receive a Teams Meeting invitation to join the virtual session.
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Intended Audience: The intended audience for this class are those in the Energy Auditor JTA
Description:
This one-day course will prepare students how to ensure combustion appliance vent systems meet code for safe, reliable operation. Participants will learn NFPA-54 vent sizing, inspect materials and installation, address chimney and orphaned water heater issues. This course will be a combination of classroom activities and hands-on exercises directed at vent sizing for all appliance categories and combustion air calculations.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Provide a basic visual inspection of existing vent systems
- Follow NFPA 54 guidelines to properly size vents and vent connectors
- Review installation concerns
- Calculate combustion air requirements
- Provide Code directed guidance for resolution of problems
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Intended Audience: Weatherization Program Managers
Description:
This one-day course is designed for Program Managers and support staff within the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) to provide a foundational overview of the program. Participants will explore the full program flow – from the federal level through the state to local implementation. The course will cover key roles and responsibilities, funding pathways, compliance requirements, and communication structures. Participants will leave with a stronger understanding of program operations and the tools needed to support successful local implementation.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the background and purpose of the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
- Identify and differentiate between the federal, state, and local levels of program policies and the responsibilities of each
- Understand the flow of funding, guidance, and oversight from the federal level to local implementation
- Recognize the key components and structure of the WAP and how they relate to day-to-day program management
- Strengthen their overall familiarity with the Weatherization Assistance Program to better support effective operations at the local level
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Intended Audience: Weatherization Program Managers
Description:
This course is designed to equip Weatherization Program Managers with the knowledge and tools necessary to oversee the full lifecycle of WX program operations—from outreach and recruitment to project closeout and compliance monitoring. Emphasizing strategic oversight, the training provides a high-level understanding of key management functions.
Managers will gain insight into maintaining program integrity through effective use of data systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and implementing quality control measures.
By the end of the course, managers will be prepared to lead their teams, streamline workflows, ensure accountability, and maintain high standards of service delivery across all aspects of the Weatherization Assistance Program.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Oversee the full lifecycle of Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) operations, from outreach and recruitment through project closeout and compliance monitoring.
- Apply strategic management practices to lead teams, allocate resources effectively, and streamline program workflows.
- Ensure program integrity and accountability through the effective use of data systems (e.g., empowOR, WAweb) for tracking, documentation, and reporting.
- Interpret and apply regulatory requirements to maintain compliance with federal, state, and agency-specific guidelines.
- Implement quality control and assurance measures to monitor performance, support continuous improvement, and prepare for audits or monitoring visits.
- Promote operational excellence by guiding staff and contractors to consistently meet program standards and deliver high-quality services to clients.
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Intended Audience: Weatherization Program Managers
Description:
This half-day course is designed to help participants confidently navigate key guidance documents that govern the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). The session will focus on understanding and locating relevant information within:
- Community Services Policy Manuals
- WAP Memos
- Weatherization Program Notices (WPNs)
Participants will learn how to efficiently find and interpret specific guidance to support compliance, planning, and decision-making across various aspects of the program. Whether you’re new to WAP or looking to sharpen your document navigation skills, this class will provide practical tools and tips to streamline your work.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify the purpose and structure of the Community Services Policy Manuals, WAP Memos, and Weatherization Program Notices (WPNs).
- Locate specific guidance within each document type to support program implementation and compliance.
- Differentiate between policy types and understand when to reference each (e.g., policy manual vs. memo vs. WPN).
- Apply document guidance to real-world scenarios in areas such as eligibility, allowable costs, and program operations.
- Use search tools and navigation techniques to efficiently find relevant sections or updates.
- Recognize how updates and revisions to guidance documents are communicated and tracked.
- Build confidence in interpreting policy language and understanding its implications for day-to-day program management.
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Intended Audience: Weatherization Program Managers
Description:
This course is designed to guide participants through the essential steps of preparing for the upcoming program year. Whether you’re new to the process or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide practical tools and insights to help you build a strong foundation for success.
Participants will learn how to:
- Build a budget that aligns with program goals and funding requirements
- Write a clear and effective service plan that outlines key activities and outcomes
- Locate and organize necessary agreements and documentation to support compliance and planning
- Understand production metrics and Average Cost Per Unit (ACPU) to inform decision-making and resource allocation
By the end of the course, attendees will have the knowledge and confidence to develop a well-structured plan and budget tailored to their program’s needs.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Develop a budget that aligns with organizational goals, funding requirements, and projected service delivery
- Draft a service plan that clearly outlines program activities, and expected outcomes
- Identify and access required agreements and documentation to support program planning and compliance
- Analyze production data and calculated ACPU to inform budgeting and resource allocation decisions
- Integrate planning and budgeting tools to create a cohesive and actionable plan for the upcoming program year
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Intended Audience: Weatherization Program Managers
Description:
This session provides participants with an overview of procurement planning and execution for high-value purchases and service contracts. Designed for program and administrative staff involved in purchasing decisions, the session will walk through the key steps, documentation, and compliance considerations required for:
- Vehicle purchases for program operations or service delivery
- Large equipment acquisitions that support program infrastructure
- Hiring contractors for specialized services or project-based work
Participants will gain basic knowledge of procurement practices, and approval workflows. The course will also cover the basic requirements of the requests, evaluate bids or proposals, and ensure compliance with funding and regulatory requirements.
By the end of the session, attendees will be better equipped to plan, justify, and manage procurement activities that support their program goals.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Explain the procurement process for high-value purchases, including vehicles, large equipment, and contracted services.
- Develop clear and complete scopes of work (SOW) for contractor hiring and equipment specifications.
- Compare and evaluate bids or proposals using standardized criteria and documentation.
- Navigate approval workflows for different types of procurements.
- Prepare and organize required procurement documentation for audits, approvals, and recordkeeping.
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Specific
Intended Audience: Weatherization Program Managers and Intake Staff
Description:
This class provides comprehensive guidance on the full client intake process—from first contact through eligibility determination and enrollment into the Weatherization Assistance Program. Participants will learn how to navigate each step in alignment with program guidelines, ensuring accurate documentation and fair access for clients. The course also demonstrates how to properly input and manage client data within the empowOR data system, emphasizing data integrity, compliance with reporting standards, and the importance of timely and accurate submissions to support program performance and accountability.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the full client intake process for Weatherization Assistance Program
- Apply program guidelines for equitable, consistent, and compliant intake
- Determine client eligibility using federal and state requirements
- Use the empowOR system to enter, update and manage client data
- Ensure data integrity and compliant documentation
- Identify best practices for fair access and program accountability
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader)
Intended Audience: This class is intended for all JTAs new to Weatherization
Description:
This one-day course will cover principles and theories of building science, as well as basic techniques and strategies used in weatherization. Training will focus on the house as a system concept and discuss how the measures we install affect the home’s pressure, moisture, and temperature, and the overall big picture as it relates to building science. Further, we will cover the importance of performing diagnostic testing and understanding baseload, ventilation, weatherproofing, and mechanical measures.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand possible interactions of different home elements
- Recognize possible effects of changes made during weatherization
- Locate and recognize the thermal and pressure boundaries
- Describe how driving forces affect home performance
- Illustrate the link between air leakage, energy waste, and moisture problems
- Explain the principle behind the blower door and other diagnostic tools
- Convey the need for ventilation and the related options and guidelines
- Define the need for weatherproofing any created building penetrations
- Identify the importance of combustion safety throughout the work scope
- Outline the impact of baseloads with regard to energy-saving potential
- Identify program fenestration repair and replacement perspective.
Out of Network Cost: $275
BPI CEU’s: 6.5
Prerequisites: None
Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)
Intended Audience: While this class is intended for Energy Auditors and Quality Control Inspectors, it is also foundational for Crew Leaders
Description:
This one-day course introduces zone pressure diagnostics (ZPD) as a practical tool for evaluating building performance. Participants will learn how ZPD helps identify air boundary locations, leakage areas, pressure imbalances, and duct leakage, supporting quality control and improving indoor air quality, health, comfort, and energy efficiency. The class demonstrates that ZPD testing is simple, effective, and a valuable addition to your toolkit.
Learning objectives:
By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Estimate connectivity between interior and exterior zones
- Determine the alignment of pressure and thermal boundaries
- Estimate hole size ratios in primary versus secondary pressure boundaries
- Interpret pressure pan readings for duct sealing opportunities
- Identify main body, duct zone and room pressure imbalances due to air-handler operation
- Interpret zone pressure diagnostic test results
- Utilize advanced zone pressure diagnostics charts to calculate additional quantitative information for leakage sites
- Assess the potential for health and safety, building durability, comfort or efficiency issues