Learn on your own time, apply it to active projects, and stay connected through live sessions and the Emu Hub.
The Emu Flex Training Track is a dynamic, career-long support system built around Online Passive House Training for professionals who want to expand their building science expertise without putting their careers on pause. At the same time, this Flexible Passive House Certification Training pathway is designed to work around your schedule while keeping you connected to the industry through live monthly alumni sessions and the Emu Hub community.
Start with the fundamentals, add the Certification Exam, or join an in-person Boot Camp workshop later on. With built-in upgrade credits, your investment moves with you as you advance through the training path.
Choose the track that fits your goals:
Track 1: Flex Core
Online Advanced Course
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Track 2: Flex Pro
Online Advanced Course + Exam
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Track 3: Flex Boot Camp
Online Advanced Course + In-person Workshop + Exam
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| Self-paced building science course with live Q&A sessions | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| North-American climate-specific | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Commercial, residential, retrofits | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| High-quality slide textbook | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| AIA CE credits | 16 HSW | 16 HSW | 32 HSW |
| Professional networking | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Emu Hub: The North America Passive Design Build™ Exchange | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Credit toward track upgrade | ✔ | ✔ | n/a |
| Passive House certification exam | - | ✔ | ✔ |
| Hands-on workshop | - | - | ✔ |
| Networking lunches | - | - | ✔ |
| PHI CE credits | - | - | 16 (CPHT, CPHC, CPHD) |
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$1300
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$1850
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$2490
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TRACK 1
Flex Core
Ideal for those wanting to master building science without immediate certification pressure.
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Self-paced training: Master building science fundamentals and advanced Passive House physics on your schedule through high-quality online modules.
- Monthly alumni live sessions: Stay sharp with live monthly discussions, Q&As, and building science deep dives.
- Emu Hub access: Join a private community for networking, resources, and technical support.
- Emu Passive Design/Build™ Book: Durable and robust field guide and long-term technical reference for office or job site use.
- Climate-specific curriculum: Training tailored to North American climates zones, addressing local challenges.
- 16 AIA CE credits: Earn essential Continuing Education credits required for maintaining American Institute of Architects membership.
- International Recognition: Learn globally recognized Passive House standards with worldwide career value.
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Upgrade credit to Track 2: Start risk-free. If you continue later, your Track 1 investment rolls into the next level. $100 credit towards Passive House exam registration within 12 months from Core registration.
TRACK 2
Flex Pro + Exam
Designed for professionals seeking formal credentials and continue education hours.
Same as Track 1 plus:
- 16 AIA CE credits (total): Earn essential Continuing Education credits required for maintaining American Institute of Architects membership.
- Passive House Certification exam: Includes the registration and attempt for the formal Passive House credentials.
- Upgrade credit toward Flex Boot Camp: A pathway to transition into intensive, in-person two days training. $200 credit towards registration in hands-on workshop within 12 months from Pro registration.
Current In-Person Flex Boot Camp Locations: Boston, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area, stay tuned for more…
TRACK 3
Flex Boot Camp + Exam
The full track, combining digital Self-paced theory with physical, hands-on application.
Same as Track 1 plus:
- 32 AIA CE credits (total): Maximum credit accrual for AIA professional development requirements.
- 16 PHI CE credits: Specific credits recognized by the Passive House Institute (PHI) for credential maintenance for CPHTs, CPHCs, and CPHDs.
- Certification exam: Includes the registration and attempt for the formal Passive House credentials (CPHT)
- 2-day Hands-on workshop: Tactical training where you build actual high-performance assemblies to see how theory meets practice.
- 2 days Networking Lunches: Full catering provided during the workshop days so you can focus entirely on learning and connecting with other participants.
- In Person Networking opportunities: Face-to-face interaction with industry leaders, instructors, and peers during the live workshop.
Flex Training Tracks & Continuing Education
Don’t let your certifications fall behind. Earn the CE credits you need.
Up to 48 CE Units!
Online Passive House Training Built for PHI, PHIUS, and High-Performance Construction
The Emu Passive Flex Training Track™ aligns with both Passive House Institute (PHI), while focusing on the real-world application of high-performance building science in North American construction.
As a result, many professionals who complete the training go on to successfully work on both PHI and PHIUS projects across a wide range of building types.
Flexible Learning for Better Buildings
This self-paced program also supports professionals exploring Pretty Good House principles and practical energy-efficient construction approaches.
Another key point, participants gain technical knowledge that improves comfort, indoor air quality, durability, resilience, and long-term building performance across residential and multifamily projects.
Building Science Education for Real Projects
The training equips architects, builders, consultants, and construction professionals with practical skills for high-performance detailing, resilient assemblies, low-energy construction, and real-world project delivery.
From design concepts to job site execution, the curriculum focuses on applying building science principles in ways that support durable, efficient, and high-performing buildings.