1. Who is required to complete the online Building Envelope Course (BEC)?
All AAA registered members and restricted practitioners are required to complete the course.
2. Am I required to complete the online course if I completed the AAA classroom delivery of the building envelope course several years ago?
Yes, you are required to complete the online course even if you previously completed the AAA in-person version of the course. The online course will act as a refresher and the course includes new material regarding the National Energy Code for Buildings 2011. Members who completed the original classroom course are being offered the online course at a substantially reduced price. Ensure that you are logged in to obtain the discounted price.
3. How do I access the online course?
- Click on the link to purchase the BEC course under the Professional Resources tab > Professional Development > Mandatory Courses.
- Follow the steps to complete the purchase.
- Once purchased, you will receive an email confirming the purchase along with a second email with instructions on how to access the BEC.
- Once purchased, a BEC link will appear under the ‘My AAA Account’, 'My PD Courses' tab. Click on this link to access the course material.
4. What is the deadline for completing the course?
Refer to the
New Member Policy for information.
5. How long do I have access to the course material and to complete the course?
Once you have completed the course registration you will have access to the course for 90 days.
6. How long will it take me to complete the course?
The course is comprised of 11 modules with approximately 4.5 hours of video instruction. Questions accompany most modules. The PDFs that accompany the videos serve as supplemental resource material.
7. What is the pass threshold for the course?
A passing grade of 80% is required on all course modules. A completion certificate is emailed to the student upon successful completion of all modules.
8. How many learning hours will I receive for completing the course?
Upon successful completion of the course, members will receive 7.0 Structured learning hours. The AAA will update member transcripts.
9. Do I need to purchase the reference book in order to successfully complete the course?
No, the reference book is optional. The content is intended to support and supplement the videos which form the basis of the course. PDFs accompany the video material and include the same content as found in the reference book.
10. Do I need to complete the online course all at one time?
Once you have registered for the course you will have 90 days to complete the material. The course is divided into 11 modules with accompanying video lessons and questions. These can be completed at your own pace over the 90-day period.
11. Are Licensed Interior Designers required to complete the BEC?
No, the course is not a professional development requirement for Licensed Interior Designers, but is optional.
12. Is the course available for purchase by all members?
Yes, all members are welcome to purchase the course. It is a mandatory professional development requirement for registered members and restricted practitioners.
13. Can a non-member purchase the course?
Yes, the course is available for purchase to individuals who are not AAA members. Non-members need to use the ‘Create a New Account’ feature located on the AAA ‘sign in’ page of the website and then purchase the course.
14. I am unable to access the BEC course material after purchasing the course. What should I do?
Check your email account for the purchase confirmation email and link to the course material. Check your ‘My AAA Account’ on our website for a link to the course material. If you still cannot access the BEC, contact the AAA office at 780-432-0224 or email
[email protected].
15. I have not completed the course material and now my access has expired. What do I do?
You have access to the course material for a period of 90 days. Once expired you will need to re-register for the course.
16. What happens if I don’t completed the BEC by the deadline?
Members who have not completed the building envelope course by the required deadline will be issued an invoice for the $750.00 non-compliance fee and will receive a Notice of Intent to Cancel Registration from the Registrar.