Phius Certified Rater logo

    Phius Certified Rater

    Phius

    The Phius Rater ensures homes meet energy efficiency standards.

    For Individuals
    Energy
    Environmental
    Climate
    Residential

    Key Strengths

    • Built on the widely recognized RESNET HERS Rater foundation
    • Covers advanced building science including airtightness, moisture control, and thermal bridging
    • Enables professionals to serve as required third-party QA on Phius-certified projects
    • Aligns with co-requisite programs like ENERGY STAR, EPA Indoor airPLUS, and DOE Zero Energy Ready Home
    • Positions raters to work on high-demand passive building projects
    • Issued by Phius, the leading U.S. passive building standards organization

    Ideal For

    This certification is best suited for RESNET HERS Raters who want to expand their expertise into passive building and high-performance residential construction. It is ideal for energy raters, building inspectors, and commissioning professionals working with builders, developers, or architects pursuing Phius project certification. Those already active in the green building or energy efficiency space will find the most direct career benefit.

    Target Audiences

    Businesses

    Relevant Roles

    Auditor
    Consultant
    Engineer

    Industries

    Construction
    Real Estate

    Alignment & Recognition

    Accrediting Body

    RESNET

    Scope

    Knowledge
    Performance

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Quick Facts

    Type

    Certification

    Regions
    North America
    Languages

    English

    Delivery Format

    In-Person, Online, Instructor-led

    Digital Badge

    Available

    How to Use This Credential

    Public Seal/Badge
    Online Registry

    Sources & Citations

    Content on this page is AI-enriched from primary sources.

    Phius

    Last verified Mar 10, 2026