Two internationally recognized Passive House credentials
Different Skills. Different Paths. And for Some Professionals, Both. These credentials aren’t mutually exclusive.
If you’re looking to specialize further in Passive House design, calculations, PHPP, and energy modeling, our partners at The Passive House Network (PHN) offer Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant (CPHD/C) fully online training focused on the analytical and energy modeling design side of building performance.
If your goal is to understand how high-performance buildings actually come together, Emu’s Certified Passive House Tradesperson (CPHT) training focuses on building science, construction, and practical application—with fully online learning or in-person Boot Camp with hands-on experience.
And if your work crosses both sides, you don’t necessarily have to choose. Together, CPHT and CPHD/C can build a broader understanding of Passive House—from performance modeling and design decisions to construction and execution.
Not sure where to start? Start with the kind of work you want to do.
CPHT |
CPHD/C |
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| Certification | Certified Passive House Tradesperson | Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant |
| Core Focus | Building science, construction & practical application | Passive House design, calculations & energy modeling |
| Best For | Architects, engineers, builders, contractors, construction managers & building professionals | Architects, engineers, designers, consultants & energy modelers |
| Building Science | ✓ Strong practical foundation | ✓ Design-focused application |
| Envelope & Airtightness | ✓ Strong focus | ✓ Covered through design & performance |
| Construction Details | ✓ Strong focus | Foundational exposure |
| Mechanical Systems | ✓ | ✓ |
| PHPP | Foundational exposure | ✓ In-depth focus |
| Energy Modeling | Foundational exposure | ✓ Strong focus |
| Calculations | Foundational exposure | ✓ Detailed performance calculations |
| Hands-On Training | ✓ Available with Emu Boot Camps | — |
| Online Training | ✓ Available | ✓ Available |
| In-Person Training | ✓ Emu Boot Camps | — |
| Main Takeaway | Understand how high-performance buildings work and get built. | Learn to design, calculate, and model Passive House buildings. |
| Training Provider | Emu Passive | Passive House Network |
Upcoming CPHD Courses from our partner PHN
Emu + Passive House Network: Learn, Connect & Keep Growing
At Emu, we believe Passive House education is most powerful when it leads to continued learning, connection, and participation in the larger high-performance building community. That’s why we’re proud to partner with the Passive House Network (PHN).
Complete Emu Passive Training → Get 1 Year of PHN Membership FREE
Complete eligible Emu Passive Training and receive one year of Passive House Network membership at no additional cost.
Your PHN membership connects you with the Passive House community and provides access to valuable resources, professional connections, education opportunities, and continued learning. Check PHN membership HERE!
Already a PHN Member?
The partnership works both ways. Passive House Network members receive an exclusive discount on Emu Passive Training, making it easier to deepen your practical Passive House knowledge and skills.
Learn. Connect. Build better.