Passive House Master Classes for Designers and Tradespeople
Take your Net-Zero Building Techniques to the Expert Level
Already certified as a Passive House professional? Take your skills to the next level with our series of expert-level master classes. Designed for seasoned designers, tradespeople, and consultants, these advanced courses provide deep dives into specific aspects of Passive House design and construction, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to tackle the most complex projects.
Master Class Course Offerings
Our master classes are tailored for those who are looking to expand their expertise in key areas of Passive House building.
Why Choose Our Master Classes?
Expert Instruction
Our courses are led by top industry professionals with extensive experience in Passive House design and construction, ensuring you receive the highest quality education.
Comprehensive Learning Options
Choose from a wide range of advanced topics tailored to your interests and professional needs, available both online and in-person.
Enhance Your Credentials
Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of specific Passive House principles or gain additional certifications, our master classes provide the expertise you need to advance your career.
Tailored for Professionals
Our master classes are specifically designed to meet the needs of experienced Passive House practitioners, offering deep dives into specialized subjects that will help you stay ahead in the field.
Meet the Instructors
Kevin Lockhart
Director of Pembina Institute's Buildings Program
Kevin Lockhart is the Director of the Pembina Institute’s Buildings Program, with extensive experience advancing net-zero building codes, municipal standards, and policies to decarbonize Canada’s building sector.
Riley Beise
Professional Engineer registered in BC, Alberta, and Ontario
Riley Beise, P.Eng., BEMP is a building performance expert with over 15 years of experience in energy modelling, leading new construction projects at Focal Engineering and contributing to key standards, including the City of Vancouver Energy Modelling Guidelines.
Matthew Dipple
Matthew Dipple P.Eng., Certified Passive House Consultant. Matthew received a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Systems Engineering from the University of Regina.
David Stanton
David, Senior Building Science Engineer at RDH, leads the airtightness testing group in Toronto, and has been involved in the design and construction of numerous Passive House projects.
Andy Thomson
Director, OpenBuilding
Andy Thomson is an architect and sustainability advisor with over 20 years of experience in high-performance buildings, combining hands-on expertise in HVAC, energy modelling, and airtightness testing with leadership in software, BIM innovation, and international Passive House advocacy.
Graham Finch
Graham is a Principal and Building Science Research Specialist with RDH Building Science Inc.
Steffen Bertelsen
Steffen Bertelsen is trained as an engineer and has been practicing mechanical engineering in the building industry focussing on high performance structures.
Stuart Hood
Design Director, Enersolv
Stuart is a professional mechanical engineer based in Vancouver, BC, with over 30 years of experience in high-performance building design, Stuart is a Certified Passive House Designer and a recognized expert in Passive House mechanical systems.
Matthew Jarsky
Architect, Jarsky Architecture
Matthew's architecture firm approaches architecture in a balanced and grounded way that merges pragmatism, a philosophy of timelessness, and a refined functional aesthetic while incorporating Passive House design principles. Matthew has overseen the design of over $100M in projects across Canada, many of them military or industrial.
Mark Bernhardt
Mark is the President of Bernhardt Contracting Ltd., a licensed builder based in Victoria, BC.
Marcel Studer
Certified Passive House Designer, Certified Passive House Tradesperson, Board member and PHC instructor.
Upcoming Master Classes
Retrofit to EnerPHit: Achieving the Passive House Standard for Existing Buildings (260) ONLINE – AUG 2026
Gain advanced competence in site supervision, building commissioning and navigation of Passive House certificati...
Find out more »Higher Tiers of NECB and High-Performance Standards for Building Officials (ON): ONLINE – SEP 2026
Gain the knowledge and skills to confidently review and approve high-performance building projects under the NECB and it...
Find out more »Site Supervisor (250) ONLINE – SEP 2026
Gain advanced skills in site supervision, building commissioning and the navigation of Passive House certification.
Find out more »Large Building Airtightness Testing Training (280) Calgary AB – SEP 2026
Calgary, Alberta T2M 0L4 + Google Map
This in-person course combines hands-on learning with technical guidance to empower field testers and designers to perfo...
Find out more »Mastering designPH: from SketchUp to PHPP (210) ONLINE – SEP 2026
This 4 day course will take learners from the very beginning up to a completed whole-building energy model using the pow...
Find out more »Retrofit to EnerPHit: Achieving the Passive House Standard for Existing Buildings (260) ONLINE – OCT 2026
Gain advanced competence in site supervision, building commissioning and navigation of Passive House certificati...
Find out more »A Pattern Language from Passive House (320) ONLINE – OCT 2026
This 4-part virtual workshop presents design problems common to multi-unit buildings, followed by solutions that have wo...
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Higher Tiers of NECB and High-Performance Standards for Building Officials (MB): ONLINE – OCT 2026
Gain the knowledge and skills to confidently review and approve high-performance building projects under the NECB and it...
Find out more »Members Save up to 30% on Courses
Access exclusive discounts on a variety of Passive House training programs and events, enhancing your skills and network at a reduced cost.
Get Recognized for Your Work
Leverage opportunities to feature your projects and profile on our platform and in marketing material.
Connect with Industry Leaders
Network with top professionals and influencers in the low-carbon building sector, expanding your professional circle.
Access Exclusive Resources
Enjoy members-only access to a wealth of Passive House tools, case studies, and research materials.
How Passive House has changed careers
Les défis sociaux et environnementaux nous appellent à agir avec conscience et courage. En tant que concepteur, je souhaite être un acteur du changement. Devenir Concepteur certifié Passive House incarne mon engagement à bâtir un avenir plus durable.
Zoé Tolszczuk-Leclerc
BGLA | Architecture + Design Urbain
Becoming a CPHD is increasingly important because it sets you apart in a competitive job market and positions you at the forefront of sustainable building design. You’re not just advancing your career—you’re also contributing to the creation of more energy-efficient cities.
Herlo Juva
No other training provides better resources & education backed by industry leaders in the field of building science.
Ryan Wyllie
Latitude 48 Design
It was important for me to become PH certified since the building enclosure engineering work that I am engaged in benefits from the rigour that the Passive House standard brings, and having more knowledge about integration of components in the building as a system is key to assisting clients in building better buildings.
Marty Deemter
Motus Consult
Getting the Passive House Certification was crucial for my development as an architectural technician in Vancouver. As British Columbia moves aggressively towards Net Zero, it was critical to get a jump on science behind making super energy efficient buildings.
Andrew Funamoto
Feenstra Architecture
With our undeniable climate crisis, it is imperative that Passive House principles be implemented on all new and significantly renovated building projects. Passive House Certification allows our firm to confidently recommend energy efficient design solutions that are backed by credible training, building science, and precedent projects.
Jason Nelson
Baron Nelson Architects Inc.
I decided to pursue this designation to educate myself and help to guide Turner Fleischer and our clients toward a more sustainable future.
Nick Bowker
Turner Fleischer Architects Inc.
For 30 years, the Passivhaus Institut stands for quality, comfort and energy efficiency. As a partner of NEUF architects, I am proud and confident that becoming Passive House Certified in 2021 will help raise our standards and improve in the long term the quality of our portfolio!
Hugo Gagnon
Neuf Architectes
As an Architectural Technologist and Interior Designer who practices in the Yukon, I think it is important for us to put ourselves on the map for Passive House Certified buildings. I hope with my new found knowledge I can help my fellow northerners improve the performance and efficiency of their buildings.
Jennifer Chippett
Northern Front
The climate crisis has made high-performance building an absolute necessity. Passive House certification is a clear path for designers to educate themselves and set a new standard for how our buildings will be built for the future.
Kurtis Chen
Kurtis Chen Design
As an architect, becoming Passive House Certified was important to strengthen my skills related to energy efficiency and the livability of our physical environment. Specifically in British Columbia, The PH Standard is also a tool that complements the BC Energy Step Code towards a more sustainable future for the construction industry.
Rodrigo Alba
Acton Ostry Architects Inc.
It was important for me to become a Certified Passive House Designer to help push our new infrastructure and existing building stock to be more energy efficient. With a focus on the design of mechanical systems, I hope to be able to aid residential, multi-unit residential (MURB) and institutional buildings in meeting or exceeding the Passive House Standard.
Nick Cramp
Impact Engineering
Benefits of Passive House Training
Future Proof Your Career
Learn Passive House design principles and gain hands-on experience to become a sought-after expert in the rapidly evolving net-zero building industry.
Master Cutting-Edge Building Techniques
Gain hands-on experience in the highest performing construction methods that define the future of sustainable architecture.
Expand Your Professional Network
Connect with like-minded professionals and industry leaders through interactive high-performance training sessions and workshops.
Make a Positive Environmental Impact
Contribute to the fight against climate change by mastering skills in low-carbon, sustainable building design.
Unlock New Opportunities
Understand the latest in energy-efficient building practices to open the door to unique and exciting project opportunities in the high-performance building sector.
Earn Recognized Credits
Our industry-best education and certification programs in low-carbon building techniques are recognized by many Canadian associations for professional development credits.
Get customized training for your corporate team
Empower your team with tailored Passive House training, specifically designed to meet your organization's unique needs and objectives in high-performance building practices.
Tailored Curriculum: Customized to your team's specific needs and project goals.
Team Development: Enhance collaboration and innovation in low-carbon building.
Industry Edge: Gain a competitive advantage with advanced green building knowledge.
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Save up to 83% of the cost of our courses and certification exams.
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