7 Star Homes Program – Training

Last updated: 10 January 2023
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With updates to the energy efficiency standards under the National Construction Code (NCC) which commenced on 1 October 2022, energy-efficient homes are quickly becoming the new normal. So with that in mind, there’s no better time than now to learn about going from 6 to 7-stars in a cost-effective and affordable way.

The following training courses are designed to enable builders, trades, designers, and assessors to transition from 6-star NatHERS rated homes to 7-star NatHERS rated homes with a whole-of-home assessment.

Whole-of-home tool

To support designers and assessors in adopting whole-of-home thinking, Sustainability Victoria developed an extension to the FirstRate5 House Energy Rating Software called the Whole of Home Pilot Tool.

Free online training session
Introduces the pilot tool within the context of NCC2022 and outlines why it is been piloted as part of the 7-Star Homes Program.

Selling sustainable homes

By strengthening your understanding of sustainable homes, the design principles that underpin them and human behaviour, you will be more confident, and successful, in having conversations that translate to sales.

Online training guides
Provide in-house training for your organisation’s sales team.

Design

Sustainability Victoria partnered with Design Matters National, Housing Industry Association (HIA) and Master Builders Association Victoria (MBAV) to deliver free 7-star plus design training sessions to builders, building designers and energy assessors.

Recorded webinar session
Offers practical tips for designing an affordable energy efficient home with a whole-of-home approach.

Construction

Sustainability Victoria partnered with ATTMA ANZ, Housing Industry Association (HIA) and Master Builders Victoria (MBV) to deliver free 7-star construction training sessions.

Recorded webinar session
Offers practical information and tips for best practice construction of 7-star plus homes, with a focus on insulation, vapour management, air tightness and ventilation.

Contact us

For questions regarding the 7 Star Homes program, please contact homes@sustainability.vic.gov.au

Related pages

Insulation installation and air tightness
This article includes 3 videos that provide useful information for trades and supervisors on how to correctly install insulation and seal a building,
7 Star Upgrade Analysis handbook
Includes 10 case studies and the insights needed to affordably and effectively transition from building 6 to 7-star homes by optimising the design and orientation.