About this course

Pass the BPI ccASHP Assessor Certificate Exam on your first try, guaranteed.

This course prepares HVAC professionals, energy auditors, and building performance specialists for the BPI Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump (ccASHP) Assessor certification exam. Students will master the critical competencies needed to evaluate homes for cold climate heat pump retrofits, including system fundamentals, site feasibility assessment, building envelope analysis, and client communication. The course covers all ten knowledge domains tested on the BPI exam, from understanding ccASHP technology and performance characteristics to evaluating electrical systems, assessing existing HVAC infrastructure, and communicating economics and incentives to homeowners.

Through practical exercises, case studies, and real-world scenarios, participants will develop the expertise to reliably determine whether a home is suitable for cold climate air source heat pump installation. This course bridges technical knowledge with client service skills, preparing professionals to collect accurate site data, identify safety concerns, recognize system constraints, and effectively communicate findings to both homeowners and installation teams.

Learning Objectives

  • Evaluate residential properties for cold climate air source heat pump retrofit feasibility using industry-standard assessment protocols
  • Analyze building envelope, HVAC systems, electrical service, and site conditions to determine ccASHP compatibility and constraints
  • Communicate assessment findings, recommendations, and economic considerations effectively to homeowners and project teams
  • Apply BPI ccASHP Assessor competencies to pass the certification exam and perform professional assessments

Course outline

12 modules
4 - 6 hours to complete
2:38 hours of video lectures
1 practice exam
Welcome • 7 assignments
Orientation Materials

This course is self-paced, so you don’t need to be logged in at any specific time. You can get started immediately after you enroll and the course materials will remain in your account with minimum guaranteed access for 12 months (1 year) after enrollment.

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Module 1 • 1 assignments
Cold Climate Heat Pump Fundamentals

Master ccASHP technology basics, performance characteristics, and client needs analysis. Covers heat pump operation, efficiency ratings, supplemental heating requirements, and techniques for understanding homeowner priorities.

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Module 2 • 1 assignments
Client Needs Assessment

Understanding homeowner goals, priorities, and constraints.

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Module 3 • 1 assignments
Site Feasibility and Constraints

Evaluating outdoor unit placement, access, and installation constraints for Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pumps (cCASHP).

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Module 4 • 1 assignments
Existing HVAC & Distribution Assessment

This module focuses helping the assessor to determine if the existing "heart" (equipment) and "veins" (distribution) of the home can support a transplant to modern heat pump technology. This module covers identification, condition assessment, and feasibility analysis.

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Module 5 • 1 assignments
Building Envelope Assessment

Evaluating insulation, air sealing, and thermal performance for ccASHP feasibility.

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Module 6 • 1 assignments
Electrical Service Overview

Assessing electrical capacity for ccASHP installation 

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Module 7 • 1 assignments
Equipment Compatibility: The Integrated Anatomy

In this module we move beyond data collection to compatibility and treat homes as a kind of biological system with circulatory, nervous and immune systems all controlled by a central brain.

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Module 8 • 1 assignments
Risk Communication: Bridging Technical Performance and Homeowner Experience

The goal for this module is to demystify ccASHP operation and empower homeowners to manage their comfort and safety.

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Module 9 • 1 assignments
Economics, Incentives, and Carbon Impacts

The modules makes the business case for electrification through cost comparisons, financial support and ROI.

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Module 10 • 1 assignments
Health and Safety

Recognizing hazards during site assessment.  This module emphasizes that your role is to detect, document and refer.  NOT to remediate. 

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Conclusion • 4 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources

This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!

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Author

Brick Maier

Director of Enterprise Learning & Development, HeatSpring

I currently work on delivering tailored learning experiences that help partner teams solve problems faster. In a fast paced high change environment, training needs to be accurate, modular, and adaptable. I am developing programs that leverage the collective expertise of the crowd to vet and scale content to help teams apply what they learned in their role. I believe...

Frequently asked questions

Full FAQ
How does this course work?
You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This course is delivered entirely online. Pre-order courses are available on launch date. This course is self-paced and you can set your own schedule to complete the materials. You can begin the lecture videos and other course materials as soon as you enroll. After successfully completing the course, you will be able to generate a certificate of completion.
How long do I have access to the materials?
Students get unlimited access to the course materials as soon as they enroll and for one year (365 days) after enrollment. Rewatch videos and review assignments as many times as you want. View updates the instructor makes to the course as the industry advances. Return to your course anytime with online access from anywhere in the world. After the one year of access expires, access can be extended by joining as a HeatSpring member. A single membership extends access to course materials for all past enrollments.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Yes, when you complete this course you are eligible for a certificate of completion from HeatSpring. You can download your certificate as soon as you have completed all of the course requirements. Students can easily share their verified certificates on their LinkedIn profiles using our LinkedIn integration.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes, please visit our For Teams page to get a group discount.
Do I need to be BPI certified already to take this course?
No, existing BPI certification is not required. The course accommodates the BPI prerequisites which include industry credentials like NATE Heat Pump certification, HVAC Excellence certifications, or at least one year of relevant work experience in heating/cooling systems, HVAC installation, or energy auditing.
Will this course guarantee I pass the BPI ccASHP Assessor exam?
Yes. If you don't pass the exam on your first try, we'll pay for your second attempt.

(Limit: 1 retake)
How current is the course content with BPI requirements?
This course is based on the latest BPI ccASHP Assessor Certificate Scheme Handbook and covers all current knowledge domains and competency requirements. The content reflects industry best practices for cold climate heat pump assessment and aligns with current certification standards and safety protocols

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