June 2-6, 2025, EST
Online Modules (Weekdays 9 AM-Noon AND Wednesdays 1-4 PM on Zoom) / Classroom-Field Practical Component (Weekdays 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM – Primarily Live In the Field – Location Newton, MA)

Please note that the last 3 days of the Classroom/Field Practical Component of this training, will be in the field, location Newton, MA. Travel and lodging are not included in the registration fee.

The Alliance is pleased to offer high quality HERS rater training classes in the Northeast 4 times per year. We have contracted with Performance Systems Development (PSD) to run this training. Our hybrid HERS rater training classes have an online modules component, which includes all of the building science theory, and a “classroom / field” practical component in person, which includes all of the hands-on practical training and testing that is necessary to prepare to pass the rater exams. This comprehensive package has everything a student needs to be well prepared to become a HERS rater. HERS Rater Training is the first step towards Rater Certification. To learn more about the requirements for certification click here. Both online and classroom components are required for Rater Certification. Early bird discount deadline is April 14th (save $200). Final registration deadline is April 28, 2025. Download the flyer.

This course has been approved by the Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund, which has funds available for employee training. PLEASE NOTE: Grant applications must be submitted 21 days in advance of the start of this training. Exceptions will not be granted (per the Express Program Team). For detailed instructions on how to apply for this grant, please click here or contact Betsy at betsy@nehers.org.

Please direct questions about the application process to the Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund Application Express Team at express@commcorp.org.

Please direct requests for your invoice formatted according to the Express Team’s requirements to Betsy at betsy@nehers.org.

Full Training Cost of $3395 (Save $200 if Registered by April 14th at $3195) Includes the Combined Online Modules and Classroom/Field Practical Components, and $525 in RESNET Testing Fees:
All three RESNET Exam Fees- including the HERS Rater Exam ($525 total value)
The Northeast HERS Training and Reference Manual ($100 value)
A one-year Associate Membership in the Alliance ($60 value)

5-Day Classroom/Field Practical Training Component:
Trainers:

Dates: June 2 – 6, 2025, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (EST)

Location: Studio for High Performance Design and Construction at 151R Adams Street, Newton, MA 02458

Hands-on learning equipment usage with blower door and duct blaster
Two of the five Probationary Ratings overseen by a RESNET certified Candidate Field Assessor required by RESNET
Preparation, proctoring and fees for all three RESNET Exams.
Purchase the John Krigger Residential Energy book for an additional $95.50 (including shipping) when you register if you want a hard copy. This is the most common reference book on building science used both to prepare for the class and as a reference for the open book exam. This course is pre-approved for 36 BPI credits.

For students taking the full training, there is no additional modeler training necessary.

***Both online modules and classroom/field practical components are required for Rater Certification***

FINAL REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS April 28, 2025

PLEASE VISIT OUR TRAINING WEBPAGE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION

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For questions email info@nehers.org or call/text 978-633-3013.

Contact: Betsy Ames at 978.633.3013