BC Energy Step Code

BC Energy Step Code Step 3 Mandatory Training

As of October 1, 2022, BC builders must complete 8 modules of mandatory training to keep their license valid within a 2-year period.

Module 1: BC Energy Step Code Overview and Requirements

Module 2: Meeting the BC Energy Step Code by Design

Module 3: Building Science for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 4: Building Envelope Options for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 5: Air Barriers for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 6: Mechanical Systems for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 7: Building Envelope Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Module 8: BC Energy Step Code Project Management

CPD Requirements

These modules can be counted towards the existing continuing professional development (CPD) requirement for BC Builders.

How to Get Your Step 3 Training Online

BC Housing has produced eight 2.5 hour video modules that cover the mandatory training requirements, and has enlisted other recognized training providers to offer the same content in different formats.

Returning Blue House Energy Learners

If you have already taken Blue House Energy's Foundation course, it will count as credits towards modules 3, 4, and 5.

Module 3: Building Science for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 4: Building Envelope Options for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 5: Air Barriers for the BC Energy Step Code

Tailored Online Training

With support from the BC Housing Building Excellence Research & Education Grants program, Blue House Energy has tailored the content from our existing courses, enlisting some of the best BC subject matter experts to review and rewrite sections to better reflect Step 3 requirements for those same modules.

You can take our three interactive modules and complete your other mandatory modules through the BC Housing videos or other providers. Our three modules are approved for CPD points.

To suit your training needs, you can purchase BC Energy Step Code modules separately or in any combination of two, or all three. See each module for details on bundling.