2026-03-29T05:15:09.741Z

Julia and Daniel's course is excellent. There is a lot to get your head around, but by the time I took the exam I felt well-prepared and confident. I had asked around about the best PH course, and was really pleased with my choice. I am an owner builder, and continuing to do a lot of research and learning about all different aspects of building a passive house. After this course I am looking forward to doing the PH work for my build, and working with a PH certifier to get it certified.

2026-03-03T04:38:27.435Z

I recently completed the Passivhaus Designer course and exam with Smart Plus Academy, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. The pre‑recorded course modules were a huge advantage, allowing me to fit the learning into a very busy schedule without feeling overwhelmed.Julia and Daniel, the trainers, were fantastic. They were always responsive, supportive, and genuinely committed to helping students succeed. Their weekly Q&A sessions were especially valuable, providing clear explanations, additional insights, and a chance to dive deeper into the material.Overall, I highly recommend Smart Plus Academy to anyone looking to get into Passivhaus. The combination of flexible learning and excellent trainer support made the course both manageable and enjoyable.

2026-02-08T11:20:41.740Z

Fantastic course (bootcamp version) with engaging content suitable for busy professionals to set you up for achieving passivhaus accreditation. Many years of course content refinement by the providers shines through in the material provided.

2026-02-05T07:57:01.014Z

Extremely well presented and explained course.

2025-12-11T07:00:49.239Z

I recently finished the Passive House Designer course with SmartPlus Academy and honestly had such a good experience. Julia is brilliant at breaking down really technical concepts into bite-sized, “ohhh now I get it” moments, and Daniel’s chill vibe and steady energy made every session feel relaxed but super focused.Their “magic formula” and the online platform were perfect for me as a full-time student – I could rewatch the recordings in my own time and passed the exam in one go with confidence. I’ll be recommending them to my classmates and future colleagues, and I can’t wait to use this knowledge in real projects.

2025-12-09T23:31:41.058Z

I recently completed the Passivhaus Designer course with Julia Kiefer and Daniel Kress from Passivhaus HUB and I couldn’t recommend them more highly. Their passion for what they teach is undeniable. There were moments that I felt out of my comfort zone with physics formulas, but their patience, clarity and support made all the difference. Am so grateful for their guidance which gave me the confidence and knowledge to pass the exam.

2025-12-04T22:21:50.294Z

I would highly recommend the SPA passive house course. The content and course structure was very well organised and clear. The tutors Julia and Daniel, do a fantastic job of explaining technical concepts and are always willing to answer any questions. I can't wait to build my first passive house!

2025-12-04T09:49:10.977Z

Had a great experience

2025-11-09T23:27:43.108Z

I thoroughly enjoyed completing the Designer Passive House course with Daniel and Julia. The content is thoughtfully curated - clear, practical, and engaging - which made the learning process both enjoyable and effective. Their support throughout gave me the confidence to pass the exam. Highly recommended!

2025-05-31T01:04:46.732Z

I completed the passive house tradespersons course. Great content, perfect preparation for the exam and super nice people!

2025-05-30T11:46:16.790Z

They provide excellent knowledge and experience. And passion toward sustainable society.

2025-04-07T20:46:32.065Z

Julia & team have been amazing in my Passive House learning journey! Supportive, responsive, knowledgeable, and backed by a clear study material. Can't wait put in practice the skills gained in this Passive House certificaiton course!

2025-04-04T07:29:23.513Z

Great course, really wonderful support. They are committed to seeing you succeed.

2025-03-24T18:02:12.737Z

Great content, learned a lot from Daniel and the team. Highly recommended. Thanks for the informative sessions

2025-03-24T07:53:46.630Z

2024-12-12T07:33:52.581Z

I am thrilled to have passed my Passivhaus exam "with confidence"! I owe a huge thank you to Julia, Daniel, Nalla, and the team at Smart Plus Academy for their teaching skills and support. Their passion and belief in the subject truly shine through in every tutorial, and it's incredibly inspiring. The more I learn about the Passivhaus principle, the more excited I get about working in this growing industry and building better.The material and criteria on the course can be challenging at times, especially if you're not particularly fond of mathematical formulas, but the short video tutorials are clear, concise, and digestible; and the team are ready to help you with any questions. As a busy single mother, the flexibility to learn at my own pace has been a lifesaver. Over the past 10 months, I was able to fit in bite-sized lessons whenever I could. Julia’s face has become such a familiar sight on my screen…I think I’m going to miss her!The combination of videos, live Zoom sessions, homework exercises, and the handy 'Formulary' reference booklet (which became my bible as I prepared for the exam) truly set me up for success. I wholeheartedly recommend the Certified Passivhaus Designer Course.

2024-12-11T09:41:43.113Z

SPA were fantastic to learn with, a very personal service with excellent training and support. The team are excellent; very knowledgeable, friendly and supportive. Online training videos were excellent as were all learning materials - I totally recommend SPA for Passive House Training

2024-11-30T01:32:21.270Z

Julia and the team provide excellent resources and do a fantastic job teaching the content, allowing you to go at your own pace and seek assistance if needed. At first being from Australia I was hesitant whether the content or construction methods would be difficult to understand, but the way in which the content was explained and made relevant to all parts of the world made it easy and informative. I thoroughly enjoyed completing the Certified Passive House Designer course and would definitely recommend Smart Plus Academy to any builders or designers in Australia or other countries interested in achieving high performing and passive projects.

2024-11-29T09:44:43.135Z

I highly recommend SPA if you’re looking to learn about passive house principles. The course I took was prerecorded, which was perfect for my busy schedule. On top of that, our teacher Julia was amazing during the weekly Q&A sessions! I purchased the course for myself and one of my employees, and we both passed on the first attempt! I had no doubt we would, as the course is well-structured and made me feel thoroughly prepared. It is one of those courses that opens your mind and at the end you feel like there is a lot more that you want to know especially on retrofit! But don’t take my word for it, there is a course preview on their website which is free and you can try before you buy! Thank you Julia! I’m going to miss your lessons!

2024-09-12T21:15:55.873Z

I found the Certified Passive House DesignerOnline Course filled with great information and delivered in a way that was very easy to follow.

2024-09-03T02:34:41.871Z

I have done a few certifications and courses in my life, some of them in a class and some online. I even became a Cert IV Trainer & Assessor at some point and, thanks to that, I can say that I really like the way this course has been organised and provide to the students. From the online platform to the level of support, design of the content, community engagement, review workshops, supporting materials... everything. I am truly struggling for a minute to find any 'room for improvement' comments. If anything, I would have personally loved to have been sent a PDF with the mock up exams solved in the same extent as in the videos. But the truth is that it is not necessary as all is super well explained.What a pleasurable trip, thanks a lot Julia and team!

2024-07-15T23:22:44.441Z

I had a great learning experience with the team at Smart Plus Academy. The Passive House Tradespersons course is extremely comprehensive and they are there to support you every step of the way. Having the video tutorials makes the experience a lot more interactive, and you can learn at your own pace.As an up-skill or introduction to Passive House, this course is a good stepping stone. It takes a comprehensive look at the methodology and mathematics of the building concept.

2024-06-18T20:22:50.764Z

I recently completed the Certified Passive House Designer course successfully with Smart Plus Academy. The course content was excellent and the self paced style of learning worked well with my busy workload. Thank you!

2024-03-22T11:14:48.646Z

A fantastic and very well paced course. Julia was a great teacher and I would wholeheartedly recommend Smart Plus Academy for the Passive House Designer course. All Architects would benefit from the knowledge gained.

2024-03-22T06:52:09.461Z

Great course for PH training! Flexible on demand training course that sets you up well for the exam.

2024-03-18T10:32:36.539Z

Smart Plus do a really great job with a complex subject. The materials provided and level of engagement are excellent, with check-ins and Q&A sessions allowing you time to digest what's been covered in the course and then come back for clarifications as you or the class may need.The materials released on their facebook, linkedin and youtube channels demonstrate how much Julia and Daniel not only care about the subject, but about teaching the subject.

2023-12-12T09:03:02.378Z

I thoroughly enjoyed the Passive House Designers Course from SPA Academy, their customer service was second to none and very responsive. Julia delivers the content is a very concise and is very knowledgeable. The delivery of the course is very well structured with recaps and guided homework sessions after each module and their dedicated exam prep mini-course is spot on. Couldn’t recommend them enough

2023-12-08T08:56:39.012Z

Awesome course with really great teachers - Julia and the team are very responsive and it’s clear they really care about helping the students in any way they can. Highly recommend to anyone looking to get Passive House certified

2023-11-14T02:13:58.787Z

I recently undertook the Passive House designers Course, I did this as self study without any online attendance at the regular live sessions. The information and videos provided to undertake the course were very detailed and easy to follow. The Homework for the modules really cemented the information provided in the course together. The end result was me being confident in my knowledge to undertake the exam successfully.I would highly recommend Smart Plus Academy as a learning Platform to engage with to undertake study.

2023-06-26T06:32:53.918Z

The passive house designer course that smart plus academy offer is fantastic. It is really well delivered and straight forward. The flexibility of the course makes it easy to undertake even with other commitments.