Passivhaus Tradesperson Course
Certified Passive House Tradesperson
Official training accredited by the Passive House Institute for construction professionals who want to specialise in building Passivhaus and nearly zero-energy buildings.
Learn how to build thermal envelopes, windows, ventilation systems and construction details correctly, to the criteria of the world’s leading energy-efficiency standard.
Online course + in-person practical workshops + option to sit the official exam.
Benefits
Why take this course? with Zepassiv
Professional profile
Aimed at professionals in the construction sector involved in the construction of energy-efficient buildings. Site managers, foremen, technical architects, installers, joiners, builders and related professionals.
Professional Development
Specialise in the leading standard for energy efficiency. The demand for qualified technicians in Passivhaus and nearly zero-energy buildings is growing every year in Europe.
Accredited training
A course accredited by the Passive House Institute and delivered by Zero Energy, an official training provider since 2015. It includes up-to-date content and a methodology tailored to construction professionals.
No prior knowledge required
No prior knowledge of the Passivhaus standard is required. The course includes step-by-step introductions to help you understand the concepts from the ground up.
Flexible Training
An online theory course that you can take at your own pace from anywhere. It includes exclusive materials and up-to-date technical content.
Hands-on workshops
An intensive in-person workshop focusing on real-world construction details, airtightness, building services and technical solutions used in Passivhaus projects.
Modules
Teaching units
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1. Introduction to the Passivhaus standard
- Course presentation
- Official database of Passivhaus projects
- Context of the standard in Europe
2. Principles of the Passivhaus standard
- Standard criteria
- Thermal comfort and energy efficiency
- Construction process on site
- Passivhaus Certification
3. Construction of building envelopes
- Thermal insulation
- Airtightness of the building envelope
- Thermal bridges
- Construction details
4. High-performance joinery
- Thermal comfort and Passivhaus windows
- Components and systems
- Correct installation
- Pre-frames and seals
5. Installations in Passivhaus buildings
- Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery
- Heat and domestic hot water generation
- Cooling strategies
- Flow rate calculation
6. EnerPHit refurbishment
- Energy rehabilitation strategies
- Step-by-step methodology
- Case study
7. Financial viability
- Profitability of Passivhaus buildings
- Economic optimization
Circular economy in construction
8. Next steps
- Self-assessment test
- Specialization in Passivhaus design
- Advanced software and tools
Certificate
Certified Passive House Tradesperson
Official certification
At the end of the course you will be able to take the official Passive House Institute exam to obtain international accreditation.
Includes:
- Specific preparation for the exam
- In-person or online sessions
- Internationally recognized certification
This accreditation validates your knowledge in the execution of Passivhaus buildings and high energy efficiency construction solutions.
This course is designed for professionals involved in the execution of high energy efficiency projects :
- Site managers
- Construction managers
- Technical architects
- Builders
- Installers
- Carpenters
Energy rehabilitation professionals
Streaming
In-person presence
Time zone: GMT+1 (Spain)
Session
Date & Time
Content
Format
Tradesperson course in Burgos
Fecha por confirmar
To be confirmed
Face-to-face workshop + online exam
In-person
In-person intensivo
One-week intensive course
Place
Dates
Content
Manchester
1st - 2nd February 2027
Group work on construction details Practical calculation exercises Blower door testing workshop Heat flow measurement and thermography testing workshop Joinery installation workshop Ventilation systems workshop Insulation and airtightness workshop
Registration
Courseal curso
On-line
Online- 1 off payment
Online - Payment in 4 instalments
Testimonials
What they say OUR STUDENTS
An excellent and informative Passivhaus Tradesperson course.
TimberTight
TrainingThe course was well structured and easy to follow, the material was clear, and Jesus was knowledgeable and approachable. I'd recommend this course for anyone looking to obtain their Passivhaus Tradesperson certification.
John Southworth Builders Ltd
UKI recently completed the Passivhaus tradesperson course, which was run by Jesus Menendez. The course content was challenging and interesting. This course is a practical and detailed introduction to passivhaus methodology. Certainly challenging and easily the most comprehensive PD course I’ve ever been through. Fantastic!
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FAQs
Frequent asked questions
When will I have access to the course?
Once you've registered and paid, you'll have full access to the training platform. The units and lessons are progressive, so you must complete the first one before moving on to the next, and so on.
How long do I have access to the course?
The platform will be available for 90 calendar days. If for any justified reason you need more time, you must request an extension at support@passiv.org
What does the course fee include?
Includes access to all course content and a certificate of completion.
Where is the exam held?
It can be done online or at physical locations in cities such as: Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, Valencia, Burgos
Is there a free version?
There is no free demo, although some content may be published on a case-by-case basis.
What is the refund policy?
A full refund can be requested within 24 hours of payment.
How can I get my questions answered during the course?
Through the platform's support classroom or by email. Average response time: 48 hours.