Sustainable Homes Professional in-person training finishes strong

Seventeen industry professionals participated in six Sustainable Homes Professional (SHP) modules to deepen their expertise in high-performance building design, mechanical systems, and sustainable materials—while applying these insights to real-world projects.

The small-group training—taught by industry experts and guest speakers who combined classroom learning with real-world applications—offered 45 continuing education credits and covered a comprehensive curriculum, such as building science fundamentals, high-performance wall and roof assemblies, HVAC system design, water conservation techniques, and indoor air quality considerations.

Participants benefited from insights into above-code building programs, cash incentives, tax credits, and practical tools.

Mountainwood Homes enrolled four key team members—field production manager, project developer, project manager, and warranty manager—in SHP. By training together, they gained a shared language and deeper collective understanding of high-performance building strategies.

"Collaboration! Discussing the material during and after the class as a group was key in implementing the protocols and practices into our scopes. With someone from each internal team, we can start incorporating our learnings into sales, then design, production, and even warranty.”

- Mountainwood Homes representative

The in-person format fostered field-based learning, direct engagement with instructors, and valuable networking opportunities. Hands-on site visits with Noyes Development and Birdsmouth Design-Build further reinforced best practices in high-performance homebuilding. The training culminated in final project presentations, where participants applied their knowledge to real-world scenarios in their professional work.

Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of participants saying they would recommend the SHP in-person training. One participant said, “At first these practices seemed overwhelming, but this class showed me that even small changes can have a huge impact on efficiency. We’ve already started incorporating these materials and strategies into our projects, improving both our installation process and overall performance!”

Earth Advantage and BetterBuiltNW provide trainings that equip professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to meet the evolving demands of the green building industry. The positive reception of the in-person SHP course highlights the value of these learning experiences in fostering a community of knowledgeable and connected sustainable building professionals.

Enroll in SHP Online and build your expertise before the busy season

The construction season is about to ramp up, and now is the time to sharpen your skills to gain a competitive edge before the workload increases. The industry is moving fast, and builders who embrace high-performance building strategies can get ahead of the curve. If you missed the in-person training, you can still take your skills to the next level through SHP Online, a flexible, self-paced, on-demand version that provides expert instruction, site visit tours, guest speaker recordings, and the ability to earn the SHP designation.

Why Take SHP Online Now?

✔ Learn at your own pace: Access expert training anytime, anywhere

✔ Stay ahead of the competition: Gain knowledge before the busy season starts

✔ Earn your SHP designation: Stand out as a high-performance building leader

✔ Get real-world insights: See actual projects and hear from top industry pros

✔ Maximize energy incentives: Learn how to take advantage of local programs and rebates

Don’t wait until your schedule is too packed. Start today and set yourself up for success.