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Energy Skilled Heat Pump Water Heater Programs

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Energy SkilledTM heat pump water heater programs include important content on heat pump water heater installation, equipping students to install and specify high quality, next generation heat pump water heater systems.

Heat Pump Water Heater Installation programs include Knowledge Areas such as the differences between a heat pump water heater (HPWH) and other residential water heater systems, HPWH sizing, and communicating with a customer on the impacts of a HPWH.

The following certifications and training programs have been recognized as Energy Skilled for heat pump water heater installation.

Energy Skilled Recognized Programs

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A. O. Smith University

Premier® AL Smart Heat Pump Certification

Training Program · Virtual
Heat pump water heaters are the most efficient type of electric water heater and are required under NAECA III for some applications. Heat pump water heaters are easy to install, but do require management of the condensation produced. Heat pump water heaters have built-in diagnostics to make...
HPWH Installation

Voltex® AL Smart Heat Pump Certification

Training Program · Virtual
Heat pump water heaters are the most efficient type of electric water heater and are required under NAECA III for some applications. Heat pump water heaters are easy to install, but do require management of the condensation produced. Heat pump water heaters have built-in diagnostics to make...
HPWH Installation

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Barnett Plumbing & Water Heaters

Barnett Plumbing & Water Heaters Training Program

Training Program · In Person
With Federal and State climate initiatives in mind, Barnett Plumbing & Water Heaters has developed its Heat Pump Water Heater training program with the support of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). This model equips water heater installation teams to educate, bid, sell, and install Heat Pump Water...
HPWH Installation

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D+R Learn

Residential Heat Pump Water Heater Installation Course Bundle

Training Program · Virtual
This course bundle provides comprehensive training on Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) selection and installation. It covers the entire process from identifying customer water needs and selecting the right equipment to detailed installation procedures and post-installation strategies. Learners will...
HPWH Installation

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ECO2 Systems

SANCO2 Residential & Commercial Applications: Sizing, Installation, & Start Up

Training Program · Virtual
ECO₂ Systems provides a free online training session for licensed installers. Our selection of high-efficiency hot water systems offer unparalleled performance, efficiency, and environmental benefits for customers, while simplifying installation and maintenance for professionals. Whether you’re a...
HPWH Installation

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Electrify My Home

Efficient Electric Water Heating Course

Training Program · In Person
Dive into the future of water heating with our hands-on course from Electrify My Home! This comprehensive training covers the history of electrification, HPWH technology, sales tips, and best practices for installation. Get hands-on with real-world scenarios, from understanding the tech to mastering...
HPWH Installation

Space Conditioning & Water Heating Electrification Bootcamp

Training Program · In Person
Join us for a dynamic 2-day training designed to propel your skills in energy-efficient building electrification. Focused on energy-efficient electrification, this boot camp blends technical expertise with actionable business and sales strategies. You'll gain essential insights into HVAC and water...
HP Comfort Advising
HPWH Installation

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Hot Water Solutions

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HVAC U, LLC

Heat Pump Water Heaters 101

Training Program · In Person
Heat pump water heaters are becoming more popular to combat climate change and help building owners achieve electrification. The federal and state governments have incentivized their installation to replace electric (resistive) water heaters and water heaters that utilize a combustible fuel. To...
HPWH Installation

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PG&E Energy Center

Energy Skilled Heat Pump Water Heater Installation Series

Training Program · Hybrid
PG&E Energy Centers provide no-cost in-person and web-based training, outreach events, and energy measurement tool loans to uplevel your skills and gain a competitive advantage. The program offers over 400 classes each year and over 60% percent of PG&E’s training is focused on topics including heat...
HPWH Installation

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Plumbers Local One Trade Education Fund

Heat Pump Water Heater Systems Installation for Plumbers

Training Program · In Person
Heat pump water heating systems will play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions from buildings. To achieve this, however, these systems need to be installed correctly by skilled plumbers and contractors. This half-day course will provide unionized plumbing and heating industry workers and...
HPWH Installation

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Sheet Metal Workers Local 104 Bay Area Industry Training Fund

Building Trades Service Apprenticeships Program

Training Program · In Person
Sheet Metal Workers' Local 104 & Bay Area Industry Training Fund's Building Trades Service Apprenticeship program is a 5 year apprenticeship covering all aspects of the HVAC service industry. The program has 4 training facilities across the Bay Area.
HP Comfort Advising
HP Installation
HPWH Installation

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Sheet Metal Workers' Local Union No. 265 (SMART Local 265)

SMART Local Union No. 265 Training Program

Training Program · In Person
The Sheet Metal Workers' Local Union No. 265 (SMART Local 265) offers award winning apprentice and journeyperson upgrade training programs. The up-to-date classrooms and work training areas at our Carol Stream school are second to none and use the latest technology for training. Each instructor is...
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HP Installation
HPWH Installation

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TECH Clean California and ENERGY STAR Heat Pump Water Heater Manufacturers Action Council (ESMAC)

TECH & ESMAC Heat Pump Water Heater Education

Training Program · Virtual
The TECH (TECH Clean California) & ESMAC (ENERGY STAR Heat Pump Water Heater Manufacturer Action Council) Heat Pump Water Heater Education includes a TECH overview, ENERGY STAR® overview, and a manufacturers heat pump water heater(HPWH) education session focused on technology features and benefits...
HPWH Installation

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UA Local 22 Plumbers and Steamfitters

UA Local 22 Apprenticeship Program

Training Program · In Person
Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 22 was formed when the three prominent locals of the United Association merged on October 1st, 1997. This local union has more than 100 years of service in the Western New York area. We are a proud union with a Western New York jurisdiction from the Canadian border to...
HPWH Installation

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Urban Green Council

Heat Pump Water Heating Systems Installation for Plumbers

Training Program · Hybrid
Heat Pump Water Heating Systems Installation for Plumbers is a half-day course that will provide plumbing and heating professionals the knowledge needed to successfully navigate this growing field and prepare them to confidently apply their skills to domestic hot water electrification projects...
HPWH Installation

Energy Skilled was developed by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to indicate receipt of recognition and is not an endorsement by DOE. References to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the United States Government or any agency thereof.

If your organization provides training and/or credentials related to the job scope above, you can find instructions on how to submit training programs and certifications to become recognized at the Energy Skilled Recognition website.

If you have questions about Energy Skilled Recognition check out the FAQs on the What is Energy Skilled? page or contact Pacific Northwest National Laboratory at energy.skilled@pnnl.gov.