BE-ST
Passivhaus in Practice is a hands-on course at BE-ST, Scotland, designed to bridge the gap between design and construction.


Get real-world hands-on experience using full-scale training rigs at BE-ST’s Innovation Campus — not just theory.
Delivered by experienced Passivhaus practitioners and accredited by the Passivhaus Trust (6 PHI credit points).
Flexible, cost-effective route: one-day format, with group discounts and funding support.
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Passivhaus in Practice - Practical - In person
26th Feb 2026
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£120 - £150 ex. VAT
BE-ST Innovation Campus
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During this one-day practical course you will:
This course is ideal for:
Prerequisites: Some prior understanding of Passivhaus principles is recommended — ideally via completion of a foundational course (e.g. Certified Designer / Tradesperson) or equivalent knowledge.
| Duration | 1-day workshop |
| Delivery Format | In-person hands-on training with full-scale rigs. Comfortable workwear recommended; a notebook for notes; PPE if required — details will be shared after booking confirmation. |
| Price (Member) | £120 ex. VAT (alumni or group 5+ places) |
| Price (Standard) | £150 ex. VAT |
| Next Start Dates | Regular dates throughout the year |
| Location | BE-ST Innovation Campus, 3 Watt Place, Hamilton International Technology Park, Glasgow G72 0AH |
| Certification & Credits | 6 PHI Credit points & CPD certificate worth 5 hours |
| Access & Materials | PPE-safe workshop, materials + tools supplied, take-home reference pack. |
| Funding Options | Group discounts & CITB grant support available |
| Accessibility | Reasonable adjustments and additional learning support on request |
We believe better buildings start with better skills — that’s why every Coaction course is grounded in real project experience and focused on practical, actionable learning that builds confidence and competence.
Coaction exists to upskill the built environment — not for profit, but for impact. As a Community Interest Company, every penny goes back into improving training, supporting the workforce and accelerating the transition to low-energy, future-proof buildings.
Why choose Coaction?
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Passivhaus in Practice - Practical - In person 26th Feb 2026 View Schedule | 26th Feb 2026 View Schedule | BE-ST Innovation Campus View on Map | Book Now |
Passivhaus in Practice - Practical - In person 26th Mar 2026 View Schedule | 26th Mar 2026 View Schedule | BE-ST Innovation Campus View on Map | Book Now |
Passivhaus in Practice - Practical - In person 28th May 2026 View Schedule | 28th May 2026 View Schedule | BE-ST Innovation Campus View on Map | Book Now |
Passivhaus in Practice - Practical - In person 18th Jun 2026 View Schedule | 18th Jun 2026 View Schedule | BE-ST Innovation Campus View on Map | Book Now |
This course will change your approach to and the way you think about and implement sustainable design forever. Past course participants say 'why wasn’t I taught this earlier!'.
What next? Continue learning and exploring how you can further your knowledge on the Passivhaus standard.
Coaction courses ( PHI renewal points)
Certified Passivhaus Tradesperson | Certified Passivhaus Designer | Retrofit Delivery (16 PHI) | THERM (16 PHI)
Passivhaus Trust and member approved courses
Certified Training | On Demand | Partner/Member Events
Conferences / Communities / Events
Passivhaus Trust | iPHA | AECB
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Yes, all our session are recorded but we only offer access to these recordings upon request.
In our experience, the best outcomes happen when you attend all live sessions, however, in exceptional circumstances, with advance notice, we will be happy to provide a recording – please get in touch with your course manager.
Our terms and conditions state cancellations will be refunded at the following rates:
If you wish to defer, you must give at least 7 days notice and can defer once free of charge, subsequent deferrals may incur a £50 admin fee. Participant substitutions for courses can be made at any time but the person taking the exam must have completed the whole course.
No - All exams are conducted online following the Passive House Institute strict guidelines.
Yes - we do offer this service. Please get in touch with us to discuss this further.
Yes, you must have your own individual copy of the PHPP software, required to register for the designer exam. PHPP10 software costs from £170 and can be purchased directly from the AECB.
We offer 10% discount on groups of 3 or more on our Certified Passivhaus Designer course.
You need to renew your qualification directly via the Passive House Institute. You can find out more here.
You can contact our team on 01752 686890 or email us at support@coaction.org.uk. We are here to help.
Where possible we will offer an alternative study plan to suit your availability, please get in touch to discuss this further.