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What is the ccASHP Assessor Certificate of Knowledge?
BPI's Newest
Micro-credential
Micro-credential
Core knowledge areas include:
- Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump (ccASHP) Fundamentals
- Identifying Client Needs and Priorities
- Site Feasibility and Constraints
- Existing HVAC and Distribution Assessments
- Building Envelope
- Electrical Service Overview
- Equipment Compatibility and Basic Controls
- Risk Communication and Mitigation
- Economics, Incentives, and Carbon Impacts
- Health and Safety
Who Should Get the ccASHP Assessor Certificate of Knowledge?
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Cost: The ccASHP Assessor Certificate of Knowledge exam costs are as follows:
- Online Exam: $175 if paid by ACH / Check / Debit or $180.25 if paid by credit card
- Note: Candidates who retake the exam to achieve a passing score must pay the fee for each attempt
- BPI certification
- NATE Heat Pump (Service or Installation)
- RESNET HERS Rater or RFI
- HVAC Excellence Heat Pump (Employment Ready or Professional Technician)
- Energy Skilled Heat Pump: Energy Skilled Heat Pump Programs | Building Science Education
- Or similar industry credentials
- At least 1 year of technical trades instruction, including HS-level vocational instruction
- At least 1 year of work experience in a field directly related to heating and cooling systems, such as HVAC installation, maintenance, energy auditing, or building performance assessment.
- Candidates confirm their qualifications through a self-reporting checklist online before they take the exam. BPI conducts random audits to maintain program integrity.
- The open book multiple-choice exam consists of 75 scored multiple-choice questions. There is no time limit for the exam.
- The exam passing score is 80%
- BPI certificate exams are available online and can be taken any day of the week, at any time. In accessing the BPI Certificate Portal, you will be able to complete the prerequisite checklist, pay the fee, and take the exam.
Please note: If an applicant’s credential is revoked for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund.
BPI Certified Professionals:
Earn 6 CEU credits by passing the BSP exam!
Resources:
- Air Source Heat Pump Installer and Consumer Resources
- Design Load Calculation Tools
- Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump (ccASHP) Product List
- ENERGY STAR® Program Requirements Product Specification for Central Air Conditioner and Heat Pump Equipment
- CEE Residential Electric HVAC Resources
- Climate Zone Map from IECC 2021
- Energy Skilled for Contractors
Trainings:
- Heat Pump Videos
- Free clean heat training and resources: NYSERDA Clean Heat Training
- Free ASHP trainings and learning opportunities: ComEd Contractor Training
- Free heat pump technology education and training: Michigan Heat Pump Collaborative
- The BENEFIT program, led by ICAST in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy, offers free training on Cold-Climate Air-Source Heat Pumps (ccASHPs)
- Select course title: Heat Pump Service, Design, Installation
- HVAC-U DOE Energy Skilled Courses
| The development of this certification was made possible through the generous support of TRC, whose commitment to workforce education and best practices in the home performance industry played a vital role in its creation. We’re grateful for their partnership in ensuring professionals have access to high-quality credentials that advance excellence across the field. About TRC: With more than 8,000 experts across advisory, consulting, engineering, and management services, TRC helps clients adapt to change and build sustainable communities - project by project, creating lasting results for a better world. |
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