Lead the Way in Healthy Homes
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Ever walked into a home and immediately sensed something was off? Stale air, musty odors, or irritation in your eyes or throat? These could be signs of poor indoor environmental quality. The Healthy Housing Principles (HHP) Certificate of Knowledge helps you understand how home conditions impact occupant health and well-being.
What You'll Learn
- The eight principles of healthy housing and their impact on occupants
- How moisture, ventilation, and air quality affect health outcomes
- The relationship between home performance upgrades and occupant well-being
- How to identify and address health hazards in homes
How to Earn Your HHP Certificate
- Study the Reference Guide (Available in print or digital format) or find a BPI Test Center near you
- Take the Online Exam (75 multiple-choice questions, 80% passing score as of January 1, 2025)
- Print Your Certificate
Completely Online! No proctor required. Take the exam anytime from your internet-connected computer.
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Get Started Today!
- Digital Reference Guide (Desktop-friendly) – $119 if paid by ACH/Check/Debit or $122.57 if paid by Credit
- Printed Reference Guide – $139 + shipping if paid by ACH/Check/Debit or $143.17 + shipping if paid by Credit
- HHP Online Exam – $119 if paid by ACH/Check/Debit or $122.57 if paid by Credit
Take the exam anytime within one year of purchase.
Purchase the HHP Guide & Exam
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Why Earn Your HHP?
The Healthy Housing Principles (HHP) Certificate gives you the essential knowledge to understand how a home impacts the health and safety of the people living in it. Whether you’re a contractor, inspector, housing professional, or health advocate, the HHP equips you with the insights to identify hazards, improve indoor air quality, and make homes healthier and safer. No hands-on exams — just accessible, practical learning that empowers you to make a real difference in people’s lives.
BPI Certified Professionals:
Earn 8 CEU credits by passing the HHP exam!
Who Should Earn the HHP Certificate?
Health & Community Professionals
Explain how housing conditions impact health. Ideal for:
- Community health workers & in-home nurses
- Asthma educators & medical facility staff
- County & city health department personnel
Building & Home Performance Professionals
Integrate health considerations into home upgrades. Perfect for:
- Remodelers, HVAC professionals, insulation contractors
- Home inspectors & real estate professionals
Government & Utility Program Managers
Develop healthier housing policies & programs. Great for:
- Utility efficiency program representatives
- Federal, state, & local housing officials
Educators & Students
Expand your knowledge in indoor environmental health & home
performance. Beneficial for:
- Secondary & post-secondary students
- Teachers in sustainability & health-related fields
Ready to Get Started?
Preview the HHP Reference Guide Find a BPI Test Center near you Register for the Exam
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