Events at Birch Run Training Center

BPI CEU’s: 13.0 Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Crew Leader or Retrofit Installer) 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

BPI CEU’s: 6.5 Prerequisites:​ Weatherization 101 preferred but not required 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 […]

BPI CEU’s: 6.5 Prerequisites:​ None​ Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor) 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 […]

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 EA or QCI 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 […]

BPI CEUs: 13.0 Prerequisites: None Intended Audience: JTA= Energy Auditor 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 […]

Prerequisites: None Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector) 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 […]

BPI CEUs: 13.0 Prerequisites: None Intended Audience: JTA= Energy Auditor 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 […]

BPI CEU’s: 6.5 Prerequisites: Weatherization 101 preferred but not required 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 […]