About this course

LEED is the international rating system to ensure better residential buildings. LEED requires third-party on-site verification and performance testing by a LEED Green Rater, and demand is growing. Now, residential and mixed-use projects of any size can go under the LEED Residential rating system.

If you’re interested in becoming a Certified Green Rater to assist projects in achieving LEED certification, the LEED for Homes Green Rater program, this training is for you. 

The LEED for Homes Green Rater Training is designed to prepare qualified participants to provide verification services on LEED Residential projects.

You may preview the first module (below in the course outline) at no cost to understand what is required to be a LEED Green Rater. 

Learning Objectives

  • Define the responsibilities of a LEED Green Rater in each phase of the project
  • Manage and conduct verification activities
  • Effectively use the LEED Residential resources
  • Identify the location of key resources

Course outline

3 modules
10 - 25 hours to complete
9:42 hours of video lectures
Welcome • 2 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 • 12 assignments
LEED Green Rater Training

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Conclusion • 3 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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Instructor

GreenHome Institute

Empowering People

The mission of the GreenHome Institute is to empower people to make healthier and more sustainable choices in the renovation and construction of the places we live. We offer on-demand CEU webinars and professional credential training for residential green building needs. 

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. During your year of access the instructor will be in the course answering questions on the discussion board. 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.
Will the instructor really answer my questions during this course?
Yes! This is an instructor-led online course. You can ask questions on the discussion board and get prompt answers from your instructor. It varies by instructor and by course but typically instructors check-in between daily and weekly to check quiz results or project work, review and respond to discussion board questions and read survey responses. Check the enrollment page for specific information about each instructor's check-in frequency.
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.
Before taking this course, do I need to be a LEED AP first?
A. No, but you will need to become a LEED AP within six months of taking the course, or you will be required to retake the course at an additional fee. GHI highly advises you to first become a LEED Green Associate, then a LEED AP, and then take this Green Rater Course. We have outlined an easy step-by-step pathway for you to do so here https://greenhomeinstitute.org/education/become-a-leed-accredited-professional-ap-homes/

Please note that LEED AP specialties, such as O+M and others, do not qualify for Homes or BD+C. LEED AP legacy does not qualify.
Do you provide the final Green Rater Exam, and how long do I have to take it?
The final LEED Green Rater Exam is not managed or developed by the GreenHome Institute or HeatSpring but by USGBC. This exam will be an additional fee for you, paid to USGBC. We encourage you to reserve the rest of the day after you complete your course so you can do it right away. Please do not wait, as many who do never take it. You have six months to complete your exam; if you do not, you must retake our course.
Is this a training on the LEED V4 and v4.1 Residential Rating system credits and requirements?
Yes and no.

 To succeed in this class, you should have some exposure to the general LEED rating system and how it works. This class aims to help you know how to verify LEED requirements, not necessarily know all the details of designing and building a LEED Home. Please attend our 4-hour on-demand LEED for Homes Course before taking this course if you are not already a LEED AP Homes. This course is free for all GHI members.  Also, be sure to complete the step 5 modules.
After paying the course fee Heatspring, are there any other payments I need to make to pass this course?
Yes, the course fee will not include a few other things you need

  1. You will need access to the LEED Credit Library at $99 a year, which is also needed for the exam and to be an active rater https://www.usgbc.org/resources/web-based-reference-guide
  2. You will need to purchase the final exam from GBCI for $45.00
  3. You may need to pay for LEED GA and AP preparation, study, and exam fees if you are not an AP already
  4. You may need to pay for building science education (See step 4 above) and/or fees to become a rater
I have an active LEED project that I need to get trained on now. What do I do?
GreenHouse Institute (GHI) can provide you with a LEED Green Rater for your project, and you may go through the training and be mentored on that project simultaneously. Contact us for details and pricing, as each project is unique. Use this form LEED for Homes Project Inquiry Form.
What technology do I need to take this course?
You need an internet connection, a traditional browser, speakers, and a device that can run Excel or an application that can run Excel. You must be able to fill out this LEED workbook.  This requires version 7 of Excel or higher for PC and 2011 for MACS. You must be able to open PDF and Microsoft word. You must be able to have a browser that supports Heatspring and Zoom.
Does GreenHome Institute offer live training for my team?
Yes, we offer live but virtual training for your team. The cost is $3,000 for non-GHI members and $2,450 for corporate yearly paid members.

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