NORA to offer BPI BAT-T training and certification

Written on: January 5, 2026 by ICM

The National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA) will offer Building Performance Institute (BPI) BAT-T training and certification testing January 26-30 at its Technical Training Center in Plainview, NY.

BPI certifications are widely valued by efficiency programs, utilities and homeowners, and help technicians build skills, credibility and career opportunities while delivering measurable energy savings and improved home performance.

The BPI Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) certification is an entry-level credential for home performance professionals, emphasizing data collection and diagnostic testing during whole-home audits. It serves as a prerequisite to more advanced certifications like Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) or Energy Auditor. This comprehensive four-day program includes the required Building Science Principles (BSP) training and exam (if needed), followed by hands-on BA-T training and the field exam.

Course Structure:

• Three days of classroom instruction and hands-on lab practice
• Day four dedicated to the proctored BA-T field exam (These will take place on either January 29 or 30. You can select your preference when registering, custom scheduling available).

Key Topics Covered:

• Building science fundamentals (energy movement, thermodynamics, moisture, psychrometrics, combustion, airflow)
• Building envelope, mechanical systems, indoor air quality and renewable energy
• Diagnostic testing: blower door, combustion safety/CO, fuel leaks, ventilation, insulation, HVAC, hot water, appliances, lighting, windows/doors, baseloads and health/safety protocols

The course will include extensive hands-on practice with diagnostic equipment prepares participants to perform safe, standards-compliant home performance diagnostics. Attendance fee is $3,250 per person (includes BSP exam if required and BA-T field exam). Register at noraweb.org.