Indoor environmentalists help create healthy living and workspaces by preventing, diagnosing, and resolving indoor environmental problems. In this 100% online course, you will learn the concepts and practices indoor environmental specialists use. Key topics include contaminants, health effects, building science, HVAC, equipment, assessments, mold remediation, and industry standards and guidelines. Upon successful completion, you will be prepared to take and pass the Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) exam sponsored by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC).

Course Objectives

- Understand how HVAC systems can prevent (and cause) IAQ problems

- Apply current industry guidelines

- Understand the fundamentals of building science

- Diagnose, resolve, and prevent common IAQ problems

- Comprehend the full spectrum of contaminants, including mold, bacteria, volatile organic compounds, carbon monoxide, radon, allergens, and more

- Understand and operate common IAQ instruments and equipment

- Work toward receiving your Certified Indoor Environmentalist certification

- Demonstrate to clients and employers that you’re certified and knowledgeable about indoor environmentalism

- Begin working toward a new career

- Improve the health of other individuals and people at large by working to reduce environmental contaminants