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EarthCraft Builder Training

This EarthCraft Builder training provides a comprehensive overview of best practices for sustainable construction and design. Explore the ways the EarthCraft program can help you get started or advance in the field of high-performance buildings. Learn cost-effective ways to improve the energy efficiency, indoor air quality, comfort, and durability of homes, enhancing overall client appeal. 

$275
•Intermediate

Upcoming Course Dates

In-Person

Mar 27

9:00am - 5:00pm
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In-Person

Jun 26

9:00am - 5:00pm
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In-Person

Sep 30

9:00am - 5:00pm
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Program Details

Learn

After successful completion of this course, the participant will have the knowledge and skills to successfully build, certify, and market EarthCraft homes.

  • Building science basics
  • EarthCraft program fundamentals
  • The EarthCraft certification process
  • Strategies for marketing EarthCraft projects
  • Green building incentive programs

 

Earn

The EarthCraft Builder training qualifies attendees for continuing education credit from the following organizations:

  • Certified Professional Home Builder (CPHB) = 6 CEUs
  • Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) = 6 CEUs
  • American Institute of Architects (AIA) = 7 LU|HSW
  • Building Performance Institute (BPI) = 3.5 CEUs
  • Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors = 6 CEUs
  • International Code Council (ICC) = 0.7 CEUs

Upon completion of the course, qualifying builders will be prepared and eligible to sit for a 50-question EarthCraft Builder exam, register and join the EarthCraft House program, and begin the process of certifying their first EarthCraft House.

 

Schedule

This is a one-day, live, in-person training. The course begins at 9:00am ET and ends at 5:00pm ET. The training takes place at Southface’s training facility located at 241 Pine St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308.

 

Course Requirements

Prerequisites 

There are no prerequisite requirements needed to attend this training. Students are required to complete a short set of online prep modules before training begins. Access to these modules is sent upon course registration. 

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is $275

Explore the larger EarthCraft Program here.

EarthCraft requires all buildings to be constructed by a certified EarthCraft Builder and be independently field verified by a certified EarthCraft Technical Advisor. Find these certified professionals here.

This course is scheduled based on demand. Contact us at courses@southface.org and let us know you’re interested in future courses.

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