Welcome to our training information page. We will do our best to explain rater training, the rater certification process, and to provide you with other resources for building a HERS rater business.

To keep informed about changes to the rating industry, participate in monthly member conference calls, hone your rating skills, and be notified of advanced trainings, please consider becoming a member of the Alliance and taking part in our monthly conference calls.

Rater Training

• Description of NE HERS Alliance Rater Training Program
  Rater training and continuing education
• Registration for taking the National RESNET Exam
  How to arrange for a local proctor and register to take the exam.
• Rater Training and Reference Manual
  Content and ordering information for the 2007 version of the Northeast HERS Alliance Rater Training and Reference Manual, updated to current industry standards and RESNET regulations.

Certification Requirements

• NE HERS Rater Certification Process
  Details on rater certification and getting listed on the website
• Quality Control in the Northeast HERS Alliance
  Quality Control and Assurance, and Grievance Process

Business Tips

• Join the Alliance!
• Thoughts on Building a Home Energy Rating Business

Marketing and Facilitation

• Materials for Marketing and Facilitating Energy Efficient Financing and Construction Management Services