• ECA's Training Programs
• Where Can A Green Job Lead?
• Partner Organizations
  
  
  

  Do you work in or plan to repair a home built prior to 1978? If so you may need to receive EPA LEAD Certification. Beginning in April 2010, all contractors performing work that disturbs lead-based paint in homes will have to become EPA-certified renovators. Sign up by e-mailing Ashleyj@ecasavesenergy.org   Click here to learn more about the need for EPA certification

  
   

“Green Collar Jobs” are creating a wave of excitement since the passage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), aka stimulus package, which is designed to reduce energy use in the US. ECA works in residential energy efficiency, so the “Green Collar” jobs that we offer are in building science. Approximately 36% of all carbon emissions come from residential buildings. This means that working to reduce energy consumption in every home in America CAN make a big difference in our home energy bills and in the effort to reduce global warming.

ECA offers training opportunities for people of all backgrounds and level of experience. We currently offer the following training programs, all of which culminate in state and/or national certification. For more information, including registration instructions, click on the title of the training you're interested in.

Our Programs:

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Certification

All weatherization crew chiefs, installers, and auditors who work for the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is now required to be certified do to this work by the Department of Labor and Industry. ECA offers the courses needed for this certification. Training available for new, entry-level workers, and experience employees.

Building Performance Institute (BPI) Training

BPI's Building Analyst certification is the nationally-recognized standard for residential energy auditors. With this certification, you can work in the Home Performance with Energy Star Program, or for a private firm. Recommended for individuals with experience in a related industry.

Lead Remediation

A one day theory based class focused on the principles that keep individuals safe when working around lead in homes. The material covers interior and exterior work areas, worker protection, painting, home maintenance and renovation, and proper clean up. This course is needed for Weatherization Installers and Crew Chiefs to be issued a Pennsylvania State certification by Labor & Industry. The course is 8 hours long and costs $200 unless provided with a voucher.

Where Can a Green Job Lead?

These training programs are just the first step on the road to a career in the green economy. Careers in weatherization have significant opportunity for advancement and can lead to advanced academic degrees. Take a look at the Green Jobs Career Ladder and take your first steps toward a greener future today!

National/State Certification
Weatherization, BPI, HERS
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Academic Certificate Options
Applied Technical Studies—Construction Option, Applied Technical Studies — Maintenance Option, electrical Technology, HVAC, Plumbing, Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Construction Supervision, Computer Aided Drafting & Design (under development)
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Associate Degree Options
Engineering, Electrical & Mechanical Technology, Construction Management, Architecture, Computer Aided Drafting & Design, HVAC, Industrial Systems Technology, Technical Studies, General Studies (under developement)
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Bachelors Degree Options
Electrical & Mechanical Engineering &Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Architecture, Building Science & Sustainable Design, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (under development)

Partner Organizations

 - Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry
- Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
- Community College of Philadelphia

-School District of Philadelphia
- Philadelphia Workforce Development Corporation
- Philadelphia Workforce Investment Board
- U.S. Department of Energy    

-U.S. Department of Labor
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- PA CareerLink Centers
- National Community Action Foundation
- BASF
- DOW Chemical Company

-Saint Gobain Corporation
- PGW
- PECO
- Building Performance Institute
- Saturn Resources Management
- RESNET
- Impact Services
- Foundations Inc.
- Federation of Neighborhood Centers
- Resources for Human Development
- Associated Builders and Contractors
- National Comprehensive Center for Fathers
- Neighborhood Energy Centers