NatHERS for Existing Homes: What Every New Homes Assessor Needs to Know
$99.00 GST
Assessing an existing home is not the new homes workflow with older drawings. The evidence base changes completely.
This one hour CPD course covers the NatHERS expansion into existing homes assessment for assessors currently working in new homes: what is different, what you need to be able to do, and how to move across.
Fully online and self paced. Your certificate is issued the moment you finish and is stored in your account.
Description
This course provides a structured overview of the NatHERS expansion into existing homes assessment, specifically for assessors currently working in new homes. It explains how the existing homes stream differs in methodology, tools, and data collection, with a strong focus on site-based assessment and observational inputs. The course outlines the accreditation pathway, including key timelines, training requirements, and the transition from programs like the Residential Efficiency Scorecard. It also examines the growing commercial opportunity driven by energy rating disclosure policies and the limited supply of accredited assessors. Finally, it offers practical guidance on preparing your practice, including workflow changes, documentation standards, and client communication strategies.
This CPD provides general guidance on professional responsibilities and documentation practices. It does not constitute legal advice or replace project-specific contractual or statutory obligations.
