Residential Insulation Technician Micro-credential

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  • Vernon
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Credential

Micro-Credential

Delivery options

Online, Part-Time

Tuition and fees

Domestic students
2025-26: $4,068

Program details

This 284-hour micro-credential 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 micro-credential, 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.

Online Synchronous Training and In-person Practical Training

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

Admission 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

Program outline

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

Learners must pass each course with a minimum of 60% to receive the micro-credential.

Residency requirements

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

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