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Quality Control Inspector
Certification
Turn Standards into Results
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Why Earn the Quality Control Inspector Certification?

If you're passionate about ensuring high-quality, energy efficient home upgrades, the HEP Quality Control Inspector (QCI) certification is your next step. Backed by the U.S. Department of Energy and NREL, this nationally recognized credential proves you have the advanced skills to verify retrofit work, conduct diagnostic audits, and recommend corrective actions that boost home performance. It represents a commitment to excellence and your chance to lead the way in making every home safer, healthier, and more energy efficient.


Prerequisites

 
Candidates must meet certain prerequisites prior to taking the online exam. Please review the Prerequisites for the Quality Control Inspector. Must have an active energy auditor certification prior to taking the exam.

How to Become
Certified

 
  • Review the Certification Scheme Handbook
  • ​Optional Training: While not required, training is a great way to strengthen your knowledge for the exam.
  • Schedule your exam with a BPI Test Center in your area
  • Take your exam
  • Certification: If successful, your certification will be available to download in your candidate account

Exam Information

Online exam: 50 multiple choice questions
Time limit: 2.5 hours
Passing score: 70% or higher

Exam Fees: Exam prices are set by BPI Test Centers. Find your local BPI Test Center to learn more.

Recertification

 
BPI Quality Control Inspectors must recertify every three (3) years; take the online exam again or bypass by submitting at least six (6) qualifying Continuing Education Units (CEUs) over the course of the time you were certified.

Please review the Certification Renewal Policies and fill out the Application for Certification Renewal.

Certification Renewal Policies Application for Renewal
 

Got a Question About
the QCI Certification?

Applications for Testing Accommodations

Need accommodations for your BPI exam? Access the forms below to request special testing or language-related support.
With the HEP Quality Control Inspector certification, you’re not just checking boxes - you’re ensuring homes are safer, healthier, and more energy efficient. Ready to raise the bar? Get started today!