Home Energy

Get paid a weekly stipend and acquire the building science knowledge and skills needed to start your career as a home energy auditor.

Training Details

• Compensation: Eligible participants receive a $650 weekly training stipend.
• High Earning Potential: Average industry starting wage of $18.50–$25/hour.
• Certification: Opportunity to earn the Building Science Principles (BSP) certified credential.
• Hands-on Skills: Learn home energy audit, insulation, air sealing, and installation practices from field experts. Receive training in job site safety guidelines and math for construction.
• Workplace Readiness: Job readiness, digital skills, job coaching, placement opportunities.
• Wraparound Support: Interview clothing, fuel, or bus cards are available.

Enrollment Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Basic computer, strong reading, and math skills
• Driver’s license or actively in process of obtaining
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks
• Low income household and/or person of color

Next cohort starts August 3rd, 2026!

Schedule
Length: 5 Weeks (5 days/week, Monday-Friday) 
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM                                    

Location
Sabathani Community Center in Minneapolis
310 E 38th St. 
Minneapolis, MN 55409