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Our team of instructors teach technical skills, from the fundamentals to advanced topics, aimed at training the next generation of trade workers and all learners who want to roll up their sleeves for a sustainable future.

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BPI Building Analyst Professional

The BPI Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) course from Southface prepares students for the BPI Building Analyst Professional online exam. Each day of training includes four hours of live-virtual instruction with homework and test prep provided for independent study. Class times each day are 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Please note that the prerequisite for this…

Distributed Energy Resources Trainings

Don’t get left behind as the energy industry transforms. Invest in your education and training with CEU-bearing courses developed by experts in their respective fields and designed to be engaging and interactive. All courses are free to access and eligible for continuing education units (CEUs).

GPRO Operations and Maintenance Essentials

How do we reduce building energy use while improving tenant comfort and health? Join our GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials training course to find out and earn your GPRO Certificate! You’ll learn how to operate your building better and leave the virtual classroom with actionable strategies that are specific to your building. 

GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green

How do we build efficient, healthy, and resilient buildings? Join our GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green training to find out and earn your GPRO Certificate. You’ll learn the foundational strategies for green building and see why this field is growing like never before.

Home Weatherization and Resiliency Training

Join Southface for an introductory workshop detailing the most important home weatherization improvements that homeowners can use to protect their home and save energy. This training will equip homeowners and other entry-level professionals with the knowledge and ability to implement quick and easy upgrades to their own home, leading to energy and cost savings.

16 Best Practices for Sustainable Operations & Maintenance

Learn how 16 best practices for sustainable operations and maintenance function as a set of industry standards that, when implemented, result directly in performance improvements for building operations. 

Manual J Load Calculation Training

During this two-day course, students will dive into Manual J calculation standards for HVAC sizing and energy code compliance. Students will not only learn how to use the CoolCalc Manual J calculation software but also understand why proper sizing is important for energy efficiency, moisture management, and occupant health and comfort.

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Basic Building Science 01: Understanding Heat Transfer

Southface experts present basic principles of building science, with emphasis on heat transfer (the conversion and exchange of thermal energy between objects, materials, or systems).

BPI Building Analyst Technician Training 

This comprehensive training teaches the necessary skills and abilities to perform comprehensive whole-home assessments to optimize comfort, durability, and performance by identifying problems at the root cause and prescribing prioritized solutions based on building science.

Home Energy Rater System (HERS) Rater Training

With Southface, you can become a Certified Home Energy Rater, one of the highest residential energy credentials that can be earned by an individual.