The Montana Weatherization Training Center is located in beautiful Bozeman, Montana. We've provided training and technical assistance to the housing industry since 1991.
We deliver courses to field technicians, business owners, and program managers on topics that include energy efficiency, renewable energy, and health and safety. The Center includes fully-equipped classrooms, training labs, and field-testing facilities that allow us to deliver courses across a range of knowledge domains. We focus on hands-on training whenever possible, following a clear mission to support and improve the day-to-day performance of installers and technicians in the field.
The Training Center is an approved Test Center for the Building Performance Institute
(BPI). We provide online examinations for all BPI certifications, and can proctor
field examinations for the Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector, Building Analyst,
Heating Professional, and Envelope Professional certifications.
The Training Center is accredited by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC).
Join Our Team!
We are searching for an experienced and forward-thinking Building Science Instructor/Technical Trainer to join our team in Bozeman, MT! The ideal candidate will have a passion for spreading the adoption of sustainable housing and have experienced in ANY of the following areas:
- Weatherization
- General Construction
- Sustainable Housing
- Energy Science or Energy Management
- Adult Education or Technical Training
- ...or a related field
Learn more about the position and apply at https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/30747.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) INFORMATION
In the interest of keep ourselves and students safe in the classroom and lab spaces,
we'll be engaging in social distancing and masks are currently recommended while moving about the classroom and lab spaces. Masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer are available for students. We'll also be cleaning
and sanitizing tools and work spaces often. Our staff has been fully vaccinated and
we will engage in every protective measure available to assure that these events are
as safe as possible.
COVID-19 Resources for Weatherization Crews
2022 Course Schedule
Click on the course title to be taken to the info and registration page. Please note: All courses are in-person at our Training Center in Bozeman unless marked otherwise.
July
OSHA 10 Construction Safety: July 20-21
Quality Control Inspector (QCI): July 26-28
August
EPA Renovation Repair, and Painting - Refresher: August 10
EPA Renovation Repair, and Painting - Initial: August 11
Retrofit Installer Technician: Building Shell: August 22-25
Electrical Principles, Equipment Grounding, & Jobsite Safety: August 30 RECENTLY ADDED!
Troubleshooting Equipment with Modern Multimeters: August 31 RECENTLY ADDED!
September
Energy Auditor: September 12-15
Retrofit Installer Technician: Mechanical Systems: September 26-29
October
EPA Renovation Repair, and Painting - Refresher: October 5
EPA Renovation Repair, and Painting - Initial: October 6
Weatherization Crew Leader: Advanced Skills: October 18-20
November
Advanced Pressure Diagnostics: November 1-3
Advanced Combustion Testing: November 29-30
December
Energy Auditor: December 5-8
EPA Renovation Repair, and Painting - Refresher: December 14
EPA Renovation Repair, and Painting - Initial: December 15
Live Educational Events
WxLive
2022 Webinars
Our Spring 2022 webinar series is complete, but we plan to resume in the Fall. Please check back for our upcoming schedule!
2020 and 2021 Webinars
We produced several educational webinars in 2020 and 2021 covering a spectrum of topics. These videos are available at your convience on our WxLive page! Watch the videos and then take the adjoining quizzes to earn BPI CE credits.
Watch the webinar videos at our WxLive page
Course Schedule
Class descriptions and registration information in the calendar below:
Click on classes in the calendar for class descriptions and registration information
