Why Passivhaus Knowledge Matters
Close the As-Built Performance Gap
Understand how key design and construction decisions work together to deliver the performance your project was designed to achieve. Learn how a whole-building approach can help reduce the gap between design intent and real-world outcomes, creating buildings that perform more reliably in practice.
Create Healthier, More Comfortable Buildings
Learn how better control of temperature, airflow, humidity and indoor air quality can support more consistent comfort throughout the year. Passivhaus principles help create stable, high-quality indoor environments while improving the overall resilience and performance of the building.
Build Skills for a Changing Industry
Develop practical Passivhaus knowledge that strengthens your designs, specifications and construction decisions. As expectations around energy efficiency and building performance continue to grow, these skills can help you confidently contribute to better-performing buildings and stay relevant in a changing industry.
Learn from the Organisation Helping Grow Passivhaus in Australia
The Australian Passivhaus Association (APA) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to educating, promoting and supporting the delivery of Certified Passivhaus buildings across Australia.
Since 2013, APA has been at the forefront of the Passivhaus movement in Australia — advocating for better building outcomes, supporting policy change and growing a strong, connected community of professionals.
Our education is developed and taught by experienced Australian Passivhaus professionals working across design, construction and certification. You’ll learn in an Australian context, with real-world examples, local case studies and climate-appropriate solutions.
When you learn with APA, you’re learning from the people helping move Passivhaus forward in Australia.
Who These Courses Are For
Our short courses are designed for a wide range of built-environment professionals who want practical Passivhaus knowledge they can apply in their work.
Whether you’re new to Passivhaus or looking to strengthen your understanding in a specific area, these courses will help you build confidence and make more informed decisions on your projects.
They are suitable for architects, designers, engineers, builders, consultants, trades professionals, students and others working across the residential and commercial building sectors.
