The IBE Certification programs aim to provide an introductory level course of study suitable for people from varying backgrounds who have an interest in the built environment and its effect on the health of people and the natural environment. The course is not career training in itself, but is a supplement to the many fields it covers and can complement careers in Architecture, Interior and Landscape Design, Building, Town planning, Natural Health and Social Work. It can also suit people coming from a personal point of view, whether to improve their own health or to build their own home. The learning process is relaxed and flexible. It more than a qualification. It is a philosophy to be developed over a lifetime. Whether students finish the prescribed assignments is less important than if they continue to learn from people and the world around them, and adopt healthy and sustainable living into their work and lifestyles. IBE offers three different certification tracks in order to meet your needs.
To register for a Course or Seminar, click on the appropriate Course or Seminar link. Students enrolled in the BBP or BBEC programs will be asked to sign the IBE Code of Ethics. |
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| Successful completion of IBE 101 - Natural Healthy Buildings: Overview of Bau-biologie™ , combined with IBE 111 - Building the Natural, Healthy Way, or equivalent Level 1 or Level 2 Seminar for Certification as Building Biology™ Practitioner (BBP). |
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| The surge of interest in natural, healthy building practices has created a strong demand for persons who are trained and skilled environmental consultants or inspectors. |
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| In 2006, the IBE Board of Directors re-evaluated the long-standing IBE policy for Continuing Education Units (CEU). Recognizing the importance that our Certified members be current in their education, in 2007 the following CEU policies were further defined. |
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IBE is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit educational organization whose mission brings together design methods and technology to provide the information needed to create healthy homes and workplaces. This knowledge will raise awareness, provide tools for solutions, and promote effective ecological practices for our future generations. |