For Distributors

Utilize our white-labeled contractor training materials and training equipment incentive available through the Minnesota Residential Heat Pump Training Program. 

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The MN ASHP Collaborative's white-labeled educational materials are available for you to utilize in your contractor training efforts. Our goal is to provide training materials and resources to enhance contractor confidence in ASHP sales and installation, resulting in more high-quality heat pump installation and satisfied homeowners. These educational materials have been used successfully in live trainings offered by the Minnesota ASHP Collaborative and further enhanced to make it easy for you to repurpose for your own trainings. 

ASHP Comfort Advising Training

Intended for sales staff and owners to increase expertise in discussing and successfully implementing heat pump solutions for their customers.

Length: Half-day including breaks

Format: In-person or virtual

Staff Needed: At least 1 trainer

Recommended Class Size: 20-50

Attendee Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of ASHP technology

 

Download the training materials from the section below to get started!

 

 

Getting Started: The facilitator guide is the primary reference document to help you prepare for and deliver our ASHP Comfort Advising training. It includes the training delivery sequence, checklists of necessary materials and equipment, presentation content, and instructions for managing exercises. 

Facilitator Guide 

Additional Documents for Training Delivery: 

Slide Deck

Printed Materials

ASHP Installer Training

2-day training intended for installers and technicians to increase expertise.

Length: 2 full days, including breaks

Format: In-person 

Staff Needed: At least 2 trainers

Recommended Class Size: 12-20

Required Prerequisites: Knowledge of ASHP technology, EPA 608 certification

More information coming soon!

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Available Training Equipment Incentives

Funding to help HVAC distributors, trade schools, and other training organizations in Minnesota purchase or upgrade ASHP training equipment.

The Minnesota Residential Heat Pump Training Program provides funding to help HVAC distributors, trade schools, and other training organizations in Minnesota purchase or upgrade air source heat pump (ASHP) training equipment. The program is designed to support high-quality installation training and expand ASHP expertise across the state. 

Incentive Program Overview

Step 1 – Pre-Approval (reserve your funds for 60 days) 
 Submit a brief application to CEE with: 

  • Organization & contact info
  • Description of equipment and training use
  • Estimated cost & installation/use timeline
  • Photo of your current lab/training space
  • Signed incentive agreement & W-9 

Step 2 – Purchase & Install 
 Buy your approved equipment and set it up in your lab. 

Step 3 – Payment Request 
 Submit: 

  • Receipts/invoices
  • Photos of installed equipment 

Apply Here

📩 Apply Now – Secure your funds before they’re gone! 
 For details and the application form, contact: 
 Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) 
 [Insert contact name, email, phone]