RESNET Level-1 HESP Online Course

Brief Course Overview
This 16-hour HESP e-Learning course will prepare you for the RESNET HESP Certification Exam. The course is divided into 10 sessions and covers all the foundational building energy and construction science to begin a career as a home energy professional. A Level-1 Home Energy Survey Professional (HESP) is qualified to conduct a walk-through assessment of the general energy performance problems and make basic recommendations for improvements or further analysis.

Begin the online course immediately and take up to 30 days to complete. Schedule your HESP Exam at one of our convenient exam locations (see Exam Schedule ») or read instructions on finding an alternative proctor by visiting the RESNET website »

NOTE: This course also serves as the first part (16 of the 34 hours) of the BPI Analyst curriculum

Course details/Agenda
Topics covered include:
  • Minimum Home Energy Survey inspected features and report requirements
  • Basics of heat transfer concepts, Building performance testing and Air distribution leakage
  • Calculating gross and net areas
  • Definitions, Energy terminology and Energy Units
  • Basic Combustion Appliance concerns
  • Basics of envelope leakage, thermal bypass and thermal bridging
  • Determining envelope insulation, quality and recommended levels by climate zone
  • Determining HVAC, appliance and window/door efficiencies
  • Determining shading and building orientation characteristics
  • Determining thermal boundaries
  • The House as a System - Basics of measure interaction, expected life and bundling for optimal performance
  • HET Institute's Home Energy Report Software

Benefits of the course
At the end of the course, students will be ready for the RESNET Home Energy Survey Professional (HESP) Certification Exam

Course Materials
The course materials include practice exam questions, our course study guide and the RESNET Chapter Seven Standards. Purchase a copy of the textbook, Residential Energy by Krigger and Dorsi below in our Books & Guides section.

Who should take this course?
Home inspectors, home repair or construction contractors, those interested in a new career

Prerequisite Requirements
None; some knowledge of residential construction practices is beneficial

Tuition/Cost
Tuition is $399 and includes the complete 16-hour HESP e-Learning module and accompanying study materials.

Exams & Fees
Please refer to the Required Certification Exam & Fees section below for more details

Other Suggested Course Packages

For individuals looking to get a RESNET Level-2 Diagnostic HESP Certification or a BPI Certification, we would strongly suggest taking one of these Certification Training Packages. These packages were specially built to save you time, money, and to help you get both Certifications at once.

Prep Course Includes:   Fees
RESNET Diagnostic HESP (102)

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  • 16-hours HESP e-Learning Module
  • 4-hour Diagnostic e-Learning Module plus 6-hours Onsite Field Training
  • Total:
  • Less $100 if purchased as a package
  
  • $399
  • $300
  • $699
  • $599
BPI Building Analyst
Professional (201)

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Why get BPI Certified? »
Why get both RESNET & BPI Certified? »
  • 16-hours HESP e-Learning Module
  • 4-hour Diagnostic e-Learning Module plus 6-hours of Onsite Field Training
  • 6-hour BA e-Learning Module plus the 90-minute Energy Audit Training Video
  • Total:
  • Less $150 if purchased as a package
  •  
  • Share the training video with a fellow student and save $75. If purchased as a package minus the 90-minute video
  
  • $399
  • $300
  • $250
  • $949
  • $799
  •  
  • $724

Exam Agenda

Day Details   Time
1 Day Only
  • Review prior to RESNET HESP Exam
  • Take the RESNET HESP Exam (see Exam Schedule »).
 
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 8:00pm - 10:00pm

Required Certification Exams & Fees

Exam/Fee Details   Fees
  • RESNET HESP Certification Exam
  • Payable to RESNET at the time of exam. Offered regularly in convenient locations across the country (see Exam Schedule ») or read instructions on finding an alternative proctor on the RESNET website ».
  
  • $50
  • Annual RESNET Provider Fee
  • $250/year payable to Home Energy Team Institute
    (less $100 discount for HETI students)
  
  • $150

Exam Schedule

Date Location Details
Aug 2, 2010 Frederick MD TBA
Aug 9, 2010 Boise, ID TBA
Aug 16, 2010 Jacksonville FL TBA
Sep 27, 2010 To Be Determined TBA


Books & Guides

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** Be sure to order now for receipt prior to the course **