Healthy Home Evaluator (Course) - American Institute of Building Science

Healthy Home Evaluator (HHE)

Improve Indoor Environments. Protect Occupant Health.

The Healthy Home Evaluator (HHE) Course prepares professionals to assess residential properties for health and safety risks associated with indoor environmental conditions. This training focuses on identifying hazards, understanding building-related health impacts, and recommending practical, performance-based solutions that promote healthier living spaces. This advanced-level training focuses on inspection protocols, diagnostic verification, documentation accuracy, and quality assurance procedures essential to maintaining high-performance building standards.

The HHE course blends building science principles with health-focused evaluation techniques.

Housing & Health Fundamentals

The relationship between housing conditions and occupant health The “Healthy Homes” principles Vulnerable populations and risk factors

Safety Hazard Identification

Carbon monoxide risks Combustion appliance safety Structural and environmental concerns Basic electrical and trip hazards

Moisture & Mold Evaluation

Sources of bulk water intrusion Condensation and humidity control Mold growth indicators Prevention strategies

Ventilation & Airflow Analysis

Pressure imbalances Mechanical ventilation strategies Whole-house airflow considerations

Indoor Air Quality Assessment

Common indoor pollutants Ventilation effectiveness Moisture-related contaminants Combustion-related risks

Client Communication & Reporting

Health-focused assessment documentation Educating occupants on risk mitigation Developing practical improvement recommendations

Energy Auditors
Building Analysts
Home Inspectors
Weatherization Professionals
Property Managers
Public Housing Staff
Community Health & Housing Program Coordinators

No medical background is required — this course focuses on housing-related environmental conditions.

The goal of the Quality Control Inspector course is to:

Develop professionals capable of identifying, assessing, and recommending solutions for housing conditions that impact occupant health, safety, and comfort.

Upon certification, participants will be able to:

Conduct health-focused residential evaluations
Identify indoor environmental hazards
Recommend practical mitigation strategies
Communicate findings clearly to occupants and stakeholders
Support healthier, more sustainable housing outcomes

Why Train With American Institute of Building Science?

At the American Institute of Building Science, our mission is to elevate industry standards through high-quality education, hands-on training, and real-world application.

We equip professionals with the knowledge and confidence to deliver measurable performance improvements in every project.

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