Residential Insulation Technician Microcredential

people installing insulation

Program at a glance

Credential

Microcredential Microcredentials are short, targeted programs that focus on specific skills needed by employers or communities. They are often industry-recognized and can help you enter the workforce quickly or continue your education.

Delivery mode

TBD

Time commitment

Online Online Part-time You take fewer courses at once and progress more slowly. This option offers more flexibility for work or personal commitments.

Duration

TBD

Program codes

  • Code: MCRIT

Cost

Domestic students $4,068 Domestic students 2025-26: $4,068

Location

  • Vernon Full program offered in Vernon

Available for

  • Domestic students

Program features

TBD

Program overview

About the program

This 284-hour microcredential is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to effectively install and maintain insulation systems in residential and multi-family construction. Learners will gain a thorough understanding of principles and concepts related to residential insulation enabling them to contribute to energy efficiency, occupant comfort and sustainability in residential construction. This comprehensive training includes foundational skills for insulators, energy efficiency and building science principles, and industry codes and regulations related to insulation. Using industry best practices, learners will gain theoretical and applied skills in application techniques of a wide variety of insulation materials. Learners will be equipped with spray foam application techniques and be given the chance to acquire industry-recognized certification in spray foam application. Throughout the microcredential, a focus on personal, team, equipment, and worksite safety are emphasized.


 

Graduates will gain industry-recognized certifications, proficiency in residential insulation practices, and be able to demonstrate their commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in residential construction.

This 284-hour microcredential is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to effectively install and maintain insulation systems in residential and multi-family construction. Learners will gain a thorough understanding of principles and concepts related to residential insulation enabling them to contribute to energy efficiency, occupant comfort and sustainability in residential construction. This comprehensive training includes foundational skills for insulators, energy efficiency and building science principles, and industry codes and regulations related to insulation. Using industry best practices, learners will gain theoretical and applied skills in application techniques of a wide variety of insulation materials. Learners will be equipped with spray foam application techniques and be given the chance to acquire industry-recognized certification in spray foam application. Throughout the microcredential, a focus on personal, team, equipment, and worksite safety are emphasized.


Graduates will gain industry-recognized certifications, proficiency in residential insulation practices, and be able to demonstrate their commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in residential construction.

Tuition and fees

Admission and program requirements

  • BC Secondary School graduation, or equivalent, or 19 years of age and out of secondary school for at least one year as of the first day of classes
  • English requirement - English 10 with a minimum of 50% or equivalent
  • Math requirement – Math 10 with a minimum of 50% or equivalent

A minimum of 50% of the program must be completed through OC.

Online Synchronous Training and In-person Practical Training

This program has not been scheduled. Contact askoc@okanagan.bc.ca for more information.

Program details

Complete All of the following:
RIT 100 - Foundational Skills for Residential Insulators
RIT 101 - Health and Safety in insulation Work
RIT 102 - Building Science Fundamentals and the Building Envelope
RIT 103 - Application of Insulation in Residential / Multi-Family Construction
RIT 104 - Specialty Products in Residential and Multi-Family Construction
RIT 105 - Spray Foam Application
RIT 106 - Insulation Workshops