{"id":40619,"date":"2025-05-12T11:07:42","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T15:07:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/?page_id=40619"},"modified":"2026-05-14T09:28:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T13:28:24","slug":"energy-auditor-certification","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/ar\/aee-certifications\/hep-certifications\/energy-auditor-certification\/","title":{"rendered":"Becoming an EA"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><strong>Applications are now open for the Home Energy Professional (HEP) Energy Auditor (EA) pilot exams.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>*<em>Currently open to U.S. participants only. Plans to expand globally are under consideration for future phases.<\/em><\/p>\n\t<h5><strong>PILOT EXAM IS FREE OF CHARGE<\/strong><\/h5>\n\t<p>AEE&#8217;s Home Energy Professional certifications are built on rigorous national standards, ensuring their credibility and recognition across the industry supporting the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP).<\/p>\n\t\t<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/01-_Experience.png\" alt=\"Icon\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" title=\"01-\u0627\u0644\u062e\u0628\u0631\u0629\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h3>\u062e\u0628\u0631\u0629<\/h3><p>Earn 25 points through fieldwork, building trades, or industry certifications, aligned with the energy modeling requirements.<\/p>\n\t\t<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/01-_training.png\" alt=\"Icon\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" title=\"01-\u0627\u0644\u062a\u062f\u0631\u064a\u0628\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h3>Previous Training<\/h3><p>Boost your points with training aligned to the certification&#8217;s job task analysis.<\/p>\n\t\t<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/01-_application.png\" alt=\"Icon\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" title=\"01-\u0627\u0644\u062a\u0637\u0628\u064a\u0642\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h3>\u062a\u0637\u0628\u064a\u0642<\/h3><p>Check the criteria, prepare documentation, and submit your application for review.<\/p>\n\t\t<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/exam-1.png\" alt=\"icon, certification, training\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" title=\"\u0627\u0645\u062a\u062d\u0627\u0646\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h3>\u0627\u0645\u062a\u062d\u0627\u0646<\/h3><p>Prove your knowledge by passing a written exam and a field simulation assessment.<\/p>\n\t<h3>EA Certification<\/h3>\n<p>An Energy Auditor (EA) is an experienced professional who evaluates the potential health and safety issues, durability, comfort, and energy use of a residential building. An EA conducts advanced diagnostic tests, gathers and analyzes data, and creates energy models to draw conclusions and make recommendations for improvements.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>To earn the Home Energy Professionals Single-Family Energy Auditor certification, candidates must meet prerequisite requirements and pass a 100-question multiple-choice written exam in addition to passing the computer simulation field exam.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ISTOCK-OK-3.jpg\" alt=\"ISTOCK OK 3\" height=\"1119\" width=\"1920\" title=\"ISTOCK OK 3\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<p>While traditional programs require candidates to visit a physical location for practical assessment, <strong>AEE offers an exclusive alternative<\/strong>. Our simulation exam takes place in a fully <strong>immersive virtual environment<\/strong>, allowing candidates to walk through a virtual home, identify energy inefficiencies, while demonstrating their ability collect relevant information and conduct diagnostic tests-all from the convenience of their own space.<\/p>\n\t<p><b data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">\u0645\u0644\u062d\u0648\u0638\u0629:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a0The EA certification is different from AEE&#8217;s\u00a0<b>\u0645\u062f\u0642\u0642 \u0627\u0644\u0637\u0627\u0642\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0639\u062a\u0645\u062f (CEA)<\/b>, which focuses on commercial and industrial facilities. EA is tailored to the residential sector, particularly under the U.S. Department of Energy&#8217;s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP).<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tPrerequisites\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>All items below are required prior to taking the written and\/or field certification exams:\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\u062e\u0628\u0631\u0629\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>In the past 5 years, candidates must obtain a minimum of 25 points from any combination of these activities.\u00a0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<table>\n\t\t\t\t\t<thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th rowspan=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/label><label> Activities <\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th rowspan=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/label><label> Maximum Points <\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th rowspan=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/label><label> Point Amount <\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t<tbody>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Performing audits in a building science trade   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 20 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 10 points for each 1,000 hours   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Home performance field\/technical experience (e.g., weatherization, home inspection, HVAC)   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 20 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 10 points for each 1,000 hours   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Building trades experience (e.g., framing, roofing, drywall, siding)   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 10 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 5 points for each 1,000 hours   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Training from industry-specific training center (training whose content aligns with the content of the JTA for the certification)   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 10 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 5 points for every 40 hours   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Related industry certifications (e.g., RESNET, Building Performance Institute, North American Technician Excellence, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, ASHRAE, Association of Energy Engineers). Other certifications also considered   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 10 \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 5 points per certification   \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><\/tbody>\n\t\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t<p>*No activities allow a higher score than 20 points.<\/p>\n<p>This structure separates practical experience from professional development<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tEnergy Modeling\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>In the past 5 years, all certification candidates must meet the energy modeling requirements below:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<table>\n\t\t\t\t\t<thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th rowspan=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/label><label> \u0639\u0627\u0631\u0636\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0632\u064a\u0627\u0621 <\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t<tbody>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 10 Energy Models &#8211; Candidate must have completed (with proof) 10 energy models that comply with a nationally recognized energy auditing standard for energy audit reports and include an analysis of the savings-to-investment ratio or simple payback of proposed measure installations, OR \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 8 Hours of Energy Modeling Training &#8211; The candidate must have successfully completed (with proof) a minimum of 8 hours of training in energy modeling that complies with a nationally recognized energy auditing standard. The training must include an end-of-course assessment for which the candidate must provide proof of a passing score and completion of one or more energy models, OR \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t 20 Desk or File Reviews &#8211; The candidate must have successfully completed (with proof) a minimum of 20 desk reviews or file reviews of energy models for compliance with a nationally recognized energy auditing standard.\u202f \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr><\/tbody>\n\t\t\t\t<\/table>\n<h2>\n\t\t\t\u0623\u0643\u0645\u0644 \u0637\u0644\u0628\u0643\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Submit your experience to apply for certification and register for remote-proctored exams. Applications must be received at least four weeks before your preferred exam date.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Supporting documents are not required unless selected for a random audit. Audits help AEE verify qualifications and maintain the credibility of the certification.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>For full details, refer to the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/ar\/resources\/ea-candidate-handbook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> HEP EA Candidate Handbook.<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t<h3> Multiple-Choice Exam <\/h3> <p>The remote-proctored exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, to be completed within a 2-hour time limit.\u00a0Questions assess knowledge and skills based on the certification content outline. The exam is closed book and must be taken in a quiet, secure environment that meets remote proctoring requirements.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\n\t\t\t<h3> Field Simulation Exam <\/h3> <p>The remote-proctored simulation exam assesses key tasks performed by energy auditors, based on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/ar\/resources\/ea-field-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Field Guide<\/a>. This virtual exam includes four gated items that must all be completed successfully to pass, regardless of the overall score.\u00a0Candidates have 2.5 hours to complete the exam, which evaluates skills such as:\u00a0<\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"0\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Preparing and using gas and carbon monoxide instruments\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Testing indoor air for carbon monoxide and taking appropriate actions\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Ensuring combustion appliances are disabled during blower door testing\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><h5>\u00a0<\/h5><h5><strong>For setup instructions and technical requirements, read the information below.<\/strong><\/h5>\u00a0\u00a0\t\t\n\t<h2>\n\t\t\t\u0645\u0648\u0627\u0631\u062f\t<\/h2>\n\t<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/ar\/resources\/ea-candidate-handbook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EA Candidate Handbook<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Field-Guide-Pilot-1.2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EA Field Guide<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Field-Guide-1.2-Spanish.pdf\">EA Field Guide (Spanish)<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/portal.aeecenter.org\/custom\/certifications\/form.cfm?form_id=181\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EA Certification Application<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.nrel.gov\/docs\/fy23osti\/85300.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EA Job Task Analysis (JTA)<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.nrel.gov\/docs\/fy25osti\/92776.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EA Job Task Analysis (JTA) (Spanish)<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/ar\/resources\/simulation-navigation-guide-2026\/\">Navigation &amp; Simulation Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bpi.org\/__cms\/docs\/ANSI%20BPI-1200-S-2017%20Standard%20Practice%20for%20Basic%20Analysis%20of%20Buildings%202023-05-19.pdf\">BPI-1200-S-2017: Standard Practice for Basic Analysis of Buildings<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ADA-Special-Accomodation-Request-1.4.pdf\">\u0637\u0644\u0628 \u0627\u0644\u0625\u0642\u0627\u0645\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u062e\u0627\u0635\u0629 ADA<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/portal.aeecenter.org\/custom\/certifications\/form.cfm?form_id=181\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tApply for the Pilot exams\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tAnnouncements\t<\/h2>\n\t<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/ar\/aee-news\/applications-now-open-pilot-exams-for-home-energy-professional-ea-and-qci-certifications\/\">Application Updates<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/ar\/aee-news\/aee-becomes-certification-body-for-single-family-energy-auditor-and-quality-control-inspector-certifications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AEE Certification Body News<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/2024-06\/wap-memo-133.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Weatherization Memorandum<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tHome Energy Professional Energy Auditor (EA) Simulation Exam\t<\/h2>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tInformation &#038; Requirements\t<\/h3>\n\t<p><strong>Please review all information carefully before scheduling and taking your Simulation Exam.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>IMPORTANT:<\/b> Active remote software connections during your exam are <b>not permitted<\/b>. If you connect to the exam with an active remote software connection (including VPN, Remote Desktop, virtual machines, or similar software), your exam may be terminated. A <b>$75 reschedule fee<\/b> will be required before you may test again.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 id=\"fl-accordion--label-0\">\u0645\u062a\u0637\u0644\u0628\u0627\u062a \u062a\u0642\u0646\u064a\u0629<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\"><i>\u064a\u0648\u0633\u0639<\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>The Home Energy Professional Energy Auditor (EA) simulation exam must be run on a modern desktop or laptop computer.<\/p>\n<p>\u2705<b> Minimum Requirements<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Operating System:<\/b> Windows 10 or newer, macOS 11 or newer<\/li>\n<li><b>Browser:<\/b> Google Chrome (recommended), Edge, Firefox, or Safari<\/li>\n<li><b>Processor:<\/b> Intel i5 \/ AMD Ryzen 5 or better<\/li>\n<li><b>Memory:<\/b> 8 GB RAM<\/li>\n<li><b>Graphics:<\/b> Integrated GPU (Intel UHD Graphics or equivalent)<\/li>\n<li><b>Internet:<\/b> Broadband connection with at least 10 Mbps download<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83e\uddf0<b> Additional Considerations<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Firewall Whitelisting:<\/strong> Your network must allow Interplay Learning traffic and whitelist the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ML-Guardian-Client-Port_Protocol-and-Allow-List-Information_2.pdf\">required client ports, protocols, and domains<\/a> for ProtectorU (Meazure Learning).<\/li>\n<li><b>Pop-Up Blockers:<\/b> Some LMS platforms require pop-ups to be enabled.<\/li>\n<li><b>Browser Extensions:<\/b> Ad blockers or extensions may interfere with content loading.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f Simulation exams are <b>not supported on mobile devices or tablets.<\/b><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 id=\"fl-accordion--label-1\">Required Pre-Exam Review &amp; Simulation Access<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-1\"><i>\u064a\u0648\u0633\u0639<\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Navigation &amp; Simulation Guide (Required Review)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Download and review the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/ar\/resources\/simulation-navigation-guide-2026\/\">Navigation &amp; Simulation Guide PDF<\/a> prior to the exam day. This document explains how to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Navigate within the 3D environment<\/li>\n<li>Use exam tools<\/li>\n<li>Complete simulation tasks successfully<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Candidates are encouraged to print the guide and keep it available as a reference during the official Simulation Exam. <b>If printed, it must be bound in a ringed or coil binder in accordance with AEE exam rules.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Practice Simulation Exam (Required Access Prior to Exam Day)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>All candidates must access the Practice Simulation Environment prior to their scheduled examination date to confirm system compatibility and functionality.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Candidates must successfully launch and enter the 3D simulation environment before exam day.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend allowing 30-45 minutes to explore the simulation environment. You may:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Follow the guided walkthrough<\/li>\n<li>Explore the environment independently<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Access is unlimited and not scored. Performance within the practice environment does not affect your exam results. However, successful access and navigation prior to exam day is required.<\/p>\n<p>The Practice Simulation allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Confirm your computer meets simulation requirements<\/li>\n<li>Experience the full 3D testing environment<\/li>\n<li>Learn platform layout and navigation<\/li>\n<li>Practice using simulation tools<\/li>\n<li>Reduce the likelihood of technical disruptions on exam day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Candidates receive access to the Practice Simulation after registration.<\/b><\/p>\n\u26a0\ufe0f The Practice Simulation confirms compatibility with the simulation platform.<br \/>\nSeparate equipment testing is required through ProctorU for remote proctoring.\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 id=\"fl-accordion--label-2\">Remote Proctoring Information (ProctorU)<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-2\"><i>\u064a\u0648\u0633\u0639<\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Step 1: Review ProctorU Onboarding &amp; Requirements<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Before choosing remote proctoring, review the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/meazurelearning.wistia.com\/medias\/x8sicg86fm\">Online Protectoring at ProctorU: What to Expect:<\/a> (video available in Spanish via &#8220;cc&#8221;)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.proctoru.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/115011772748-Equipment-Requirements\">\u0645\u062a\u0637\u0644\u0628\u0627\u062a \u062a\u0642\u0646\u064a\u0629<\/a> (including non-supported platforms)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proctoru.com\/testitout\/\">\u0641\u062d\u0635 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0639\u062f\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0622\u0644\u064a<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.meazurelearning.com\/guardian-browser?utm_medium=email&amp;_hsmi=227470412&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--qUx2za92FDK9XEYLhxfMoCygu-vZVEulwUWH1PsMQRBxlpXXap-VZILnPvKt4uUxlVVuFnLHZK1lXi2e9gMFYdwxYQrgnhAbAFdm9sQluw24SeEk&amp;utm_content=227470412&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">\u0645\u062a\u0635\u0641\u062d \u0627\u0644\u0648\u0635\u064a<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ML-Guardian-Client-Port_Protocol-and-Allow-List-Information_2.pdf\">Client\/Port Whitelist Information<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f <b>ProctorU does NOT proctor exams on:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chromebooks<\/li>\n<li>Virtual Machines<\/li>\n<li>Remote Desktop<\/li>\n<li>VPN Connections<\/li>\n<li>Phones or tablets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You MUST test from a laptop or desktop computer.<\/p>\n<p>If you plan to use a corporate\/work computer, it is strongly recommended that you provide ProctorU firewall\/port requirements to your IT department well in advance.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>Step 2: Computer &amp; System Checklist<\/b><\/p>\n<p>You must have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u0627\u062a\u0635\u0627\u0644 \u0625\u0646\u062a\u0631\u0646\u062a \u0642\u0648\u064a \u0648\u0639\u0627\u0644\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0633\u0631\u0639\u0629<\/li>\n<li>\u0643\u0627\u0645\u064a\u0631\u0627 \u0648\u064a\u0628 \u062a\u0639\u0645\u0644 (\u062f\u0627\u062e\u0644\u064a\u0629 \u0623\u0648 \u062e\u0627\u0631\u062c\u064a\u0629)<\/li>\n<li>\u0645\u064a\u0643\u0631\u0648\u0641\u0648\u0646 \u0648\u0638\u064a\u0641\u064a<\/li>\n<li>\u0646\u0638\u0627\u0645 \u0627\u0644\u062a\u0634\u063a\u064a\u0644 Windows \u0623\u0648 Apple<\/li>\n<li>ProtectorU Guardian Browser (available for download <a href=\"https:\/\/guardian.meazurelearning.com\/\">\u0647\u0646\u0627<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>**Note: you must download and sign in the through the Guardian Browser on the exam day. Chrome and Firefox are not compatible.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.meazurelearning.com\/guardian-browser?utm_medium=email&amp;_hsmi=227470412&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--qUx2za92FDK9XEYLhxfMoCygu-vZVEulwUWH1PsMQRBxlpXXap-VZILnPvKt4uUxlVVuFnLHZK1lXi2e9gMFYdwxYQrgnhAbAFdm9sQluw24SeEk&amp;utm_content=227470412&amp;utm_source=hs_email\">\u062d\u0648\u0644 \u0627\u0644\u062c\u0627\u0631\u062f\u064a\u0627\u0646<\/a> - \u062a\u0639\u0631\u0641 \u0639\u0644\u0649 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u062a\u0635\u0641\u062d \u0648\u0641\u0648\u0627\u0626\u062f\u0647 \u0644\u062a\u062c\u0631\u0628\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0627\u062e\u062a\u0628\u0627\u0631<\/li>\n<li>Guardian resource articles (available <a href=\"https:\/\/support.proctoru.com\/hc\/en-us\/sections\/9979847689229-Guardian-Proctoring-Browser-Resources\">\u0647\u0646\u0627<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Review Client\/Port Whitelist information <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aeecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ML-Guardian-Client-Port_Protocol-and-Allow-List-Information_2.pdf\">\u0647\u0646\u0627<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Step 3: Submit Your Certification Application<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Please allow up to <b>4 weeks<\/b> for application review and processing.<\/p>\n<p>ProctorU exam fees are included in your certification application.<\/p>\n<p><b>Scheduling Requirements<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Exams must be scheduled at least <b>1-week in advance<\/b>. P<b>remium scheduling is not available.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Once scheduled, contact <a href=\"mailto:fr******@*******er.org\" data-original-string=\"YZmdeU6mS4niZJlOmMtgkw==1386vzTRSP4oY5JDFUOmcFzfx17VOskoAl6gc4NmCLIyVA=\" title=\"This contact has been encoded by Anti-Spam by CleanTalk. Click to decode. To finish the decoding make sure that JavaScript is enabled in your browser.\">\u0641\u0631\u0627\u0646\u0633\u064a\u0646 \u0633\u064a\u0633\u0643\u064a\u0646<\/a> and let her know the date and time of the exam so she can confirm the proctor for the simulation exam session.<\/p>\n<p>Notification must be sent\u00a0<b>at least one (1) week prior to your scheduled exam date<\/b>. This advance notice is required to confirm the remote simulation proctor. Failure to notify Francine at least one week in advance may result in your exam being rescheduled. Your Simulation Exam is not fully confirmed until the proctor has been assigned and finalized.<\/p>\n<p><b>Rescheduling Policy<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Candidates may reschedule their appointment more than 24 hours prior to the scheduled exam time without penalty. Once the appointment is rescheduled, notify <a href=\"mailto:fr******@*******er.org\" data-original-string=\"BwAMzp+Lq9hA7rRFLFsuFg==138SHERh+LrnOdMsZmeywaTIVZ8iYJ4tmFdjxB+p2pgX8U=\" title=\"This contact has been encoded by Anti-Spam by CleanTalk. Click to decode. To finish the decoding make sure that JavaScript is enabled in your browser.\">\u0641\u0631\u0627\u0646\u0633\u064a\u0646 \u0633\u064a\u0633\u0643\u064a\u0646<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Rescheduling requests made within 24 hours of the appointment time will be treated as a late cancellation.<\/p>\n<p><b>Late Cancellation &amp; No-Show Policy<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The following situations require payment of a <b>$75 late cancellation fee<\/b> before a new appointment may be scheduled:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cancellation less than 24 hours before the scheduled exam<\/li>\n<li>Failure to appear for a scheduled appointment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The late cancellation fee must be paid prior to rescheduling.<\/p>\n<p><b>Step 4: Create Your ProctorU Account<\/b><\/p>\n<p>After AEE processes your application, your information will be submitted to ProctorU. You will then receive an invitation email from <span \n                data-original-string='oPV3xAoIkzC1GjVwokCuww==138Pg9vr+dUUQ6Tl1SSV5qeJRbgJA\/7h9sv345Hkqacz\/8='\n                class='apbct-email-encoder'\n                title='This contact has been encoded by Anti-Spam by CleanTalk. Click to decode. To finish the decoding make sure that JavaScript is enabled in your browser.'>no<span class=\"apbct-blur\">*****<\/span>@<span class=\"apbct-blur\">******<\/span>ru.com<\/span> with instructions to create your account and schedule your written exam.<\/p>\n<p>You will receive a second invitation email from ProctorU with instructions to schedule your simulation exam.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>We recommend adding the ProctorU domain to your safe sender list to ensure you receive these emails.<\/p>\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f<b> Do not create a ProctorU account until you receive the official invitation link.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>If this is your first time using ProctorU, you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Create your account using the same primary email address provided on your certification application<\/li>\n<li>Use the exact name listed on your certification application<\/li>\n<li>Select your home time zone<\/li>\n<li>Confirm your account through the verification email<\/li>\n<li>Schedule your exam appointment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>Step 5: Test Your Equipment (Required)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>To ensure your system will function properly on exam day, candidates must test equipment ahead of time.<\/p>\n<p><b>Required Steps<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Download the ProctorU <a href=\"https:\/\/guardian.meazurelearning.com\/\">\u0645\u062a\u0635\u0641\u062d \u0627\u0644\u0648\u0635\u064a<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Log in to your <a href=\"http:\/\/go.proctoru.com\/students\/reservations\">\u062d\u0633\u0627\u0628 ProctorU<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Select <b>&#8220;Test Out Equipment&#8221;<\/b><\/li>\n<li>Connect with a live ProctorU agent via the Support icon<\/li>\n<li>Ask the agent to confirm:\n<ul>\n<li>No blocked ports<\/li>\n<li>No firewall restrictions<\/li>\n<li>LogMeIn Rescue Applet functions correctly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>\u064a\u0631\u062c\u0649 \u0645\u0634\u0627\u0647\u062f\u0629 \u0647\u0630\u0627 <a href=\"https:\/\/meazurelearning.wistia.com\/medias\/x8sicg86fm\">\u0641\u064a\u062f\u064a\u0648<\/a> \u0644\u062a\u062a\u0639\u0631\u0641 \u0639\u0644\u0649 \u0639\u0645\u0644\u064a\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0625\u0639\u062f\u0627\u062f \u0644\u064a\u0648\u0645 \u0627\u0644\u0627\u0645\u062a\u062d\u0627\u0646<\/p>\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f ProctorU&#8217;s equipment check does not detect remote desktop or virtual machine connections. These may only be detected when you connect to a proctor on exam day.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 id=\"fl-accordion--label-3\">Exam Day Reminders<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-3\"><i>\u064a\u0648\u0633\u0639<\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>On exam day, log in to ProctorU <b>5 minutes before<\/b> your appointment time.<\/p>\n<p><b>Candidates must:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be in a private, well-lit room<\/li>\n<li>Clear the workspace of clutter or papers<\/li>\n<li>Have government-issued photo ID ready<\/li>\n<li>Close all third-party programs<\/li>\n<li>Complete the required room scan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Not Allowed During Testing<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Duplicate computer monitors<\/li>\n<li>Food, smoking, or vaping<\/li>\n<li>Headphones, earbuds, or ear plugs<\/li>\n<li>Watches<\/li>\n<li>Non-religious head coverings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f If a proctor does not connect right away, do not leave the ProctorU site. Leaving the site may cause you to lose your appointment.<\/p>\n<p>If you wait more than 20 minutes, click the Support icon or call ProctorU at <b>855-772-8678<\/b>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 id=\"fl-accordion--label-4\">AEE Exam Rules (Open Book Exam)<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-4\"><i>\u064a\u0648\u0633\u0639<\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>This is an <b>open book exam<\/b>. Candidates are responsible for their open-book materials.<\/p>\n<p><b>Allowed Resources<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bound printed PDFs and notes (ring binder or coil bound)<\/li>\n<li>\u0627\u0644\u0643\u062a\u0628 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0631\u062c\u0639\u064a\u0629<\/li>\n<li>Calculator (four-function, scientific, graphing, or financial)<\/li>\n<li>Ruler, book tabs, and protractor<\/li>\n<li>Dry erase whiteboard (recommended, max size 12&#8243; x 16&#8243;)<\/li>\n<li>If no whiteboard is available, four sheets of scratch paper are allowed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At the end of the exam:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Whiteboard must be erased on camera<\/li>\n<li>Scratch paper must be destroyed on camera<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Prohibited Actions<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accessing desk drawers or additional resources<\/li>\n<li>Speaking during the exam<\/li>\n<li>Reading questions aloud<\/li>\n<li>Writing in books, printed notes, or reference materials<\/li>\n<li>Adding\/removing pages from binders during the exam<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Violations may result in dismissal and a failing score.<\/p>\n<p>If a candidate violates AEE rules, retesting may not be permitted for a minimum of six months.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 id=\"fl-accordion--label-5\">Technical Issues During the Exam<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-5\"><i>\u064a\u0648\u0633\u0639<\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you experience technical issues or lose time during the exam:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Notify the proctor immediately<\/li>\n<li>Request to stop and reschedule<\/li>\n<li>Contact AEE immediately<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you continue the exam and are unsuccessful, retest fees will not be waived.<\/p>\n<h5>\n\t\t\tAdditional Information about EA Certification or File a Complaint\t<\/h5>\n\t<h6>If you have any questions about EA certification or would like to file a complaint against an individual EA or the EA Program, please contact an AEE Certification Team member,\u00a0<i><a title=\"mailto:ce***********@*******er.org\" data-original-string=\"MJTtd7tH9JwfOA2UukUzuQ==138l3IF\/byIsQUWG73Jg3gMn7obOqIjNdqNUkCzwjRLn48=\" href=\"mailto:ce***********@*******er.org\">\u0647\u0646\u0627<\/a>.<\/i><\/h6>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Applications are now open for the Home Energy Professional (HEP) Energy Auditor (EA) pilot exams. *Currently open to U.S. participants only. 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