Training and Certification
ConSol partners with utilities, public agencies, nonprofits, and workforce development programs to expand access to training opportunities in the building energy sector, including through group and regional discounts. We also offer direct training programs for individuals seeking to enter or advance in the field.
ConSol is the official training partner of CHEERS, an Energy Code Compliance (ECC) Provider approved and regulated by the California Energy Commission (CEC). CHEERS is also recognized by the EPA and DOE as a Multifamily Review Organization (MRO), a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) Certification Organization, and an EPA Home Certification Organization (HCO).
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EPA 608 Technician Certification
Required for HVACR technicians handling equipment containing refrigerants. All courses include unlimited EPA 608 practice exams, downloadable study guide, instant access to three attempts at an online-proctored exam, and a certification card.
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EPA 608 Universal Certification
This course references section 608 on Refrigerant Management Regulations, which can be found on the EPA's website. This course covers the CORE, Type I, Type II and Type III training.
EPA 608 Type I Certification
This course is intended for technicians who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of small appliances containing ozone-depleting refrigerants.
EPA 608 Type II Certification
This course is intended for technicians who want to maintain, service, repair, or dispose of medium, high, and very high-pressure appliances that contain ozone depleting refrigerants or their substitutes.
EPA 608 Type III Certification
This course is intended for those that want to be certified to maintain, service, repair, or dispose of low-pressure appliances that contain ozone depleting refrigerants.
Energy Code Compliance (ECC) Rater Certification
The required certification to operate as an ECC rater in California. After completing this online course and in-field training, you will be certified to provide ECC testing for new construction and alteration projects.
2025 New ECC Rater Training
This course is intended for technicians seeking to become Energy Code Compliance (ECC) Raters. ECC raters are responsible for assessing the energy efficiency of residential construction projects, verifying they comply with California’s Energy Code.
A2L and A3 Certificate
This course is designed to provide HVACR technicians holding EPA 608 certification with essential knowledge on the industry's shift towards lower global warming potential (GWP) A2L and A3 refrigerants (mildly flammable and flammable, respectively). It focuses on safe handling practices, regulatory compliance, and technical skills for working with these refrigerants.
A2L & A3 Low-GWP Refrigerant Training
In this course, you'll learn about the industry's shift towards A2L and A3 refrigerants, safe handling practices, regulatory compliance, and the technical skills necessary for working with these refrigerants.
Advanced Certifications
ConSol offers advanced courses for existing ECC raters looking to build out their skillset and advance in the industry.
ENERGY STAR Certified Single-Family New Homes
This course is intended for HERS/ECC raters responsible for verifying that new single-family homes meet the EPA’s ENERGY STAR energy efficiency and performance standards.
ENERGY STAR Certified Multifamily New Construction Homes
This course is intended for HERS/ECC raters responsible for verifying that new multifamily buildings comply with the EPA ENERGY STAR program’s energy efficiency and performance standards.
DOE Zero Energy Ready Home
This course is intended for HERS/ECC raters responsible for verifying that new homes meet the U.S. Department of Energy’s Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program requirements for energy efficiency, comfort, and indoor air quality.
EPA WaterSense Training for HERS/ECC Raters
Intended for certified HERS/ECC Raters, this course provides the training necessary to perform WaterSense verifications and issue WaterSense certificates through the CHEERS Registry.
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