Training course
Energy Manager Certification Course
A 7-day, approximately 56-hour certification course combining self-paced learning and live webinars to prepare professionals to manage organizational energy performance and apply for DOE Certified Energy Manager qualification.
Schedules
3 schedules, October 2026 to December 2026
- OCT9Fri7 straight daysOCT15ThuWebinarFace-to-face
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each dayCebu or Zoom
- NOV13Fri7 straight daysNOV19ThuWebinarFace-to-face
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each dayCebu or Zoom
- DEC11Fri7 straight daysDEC17ThuWebinarFace-to-face
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each dayCebu or Zoom
Introduction
The Energy Manager Certification Course (EMCC) is an approximately 56-hour blended learning program delivered through self-paced online materials and live webinar sessions.
The course develops the knowledge and skills needed to perform energy-management work, prepare energy-management plans, support regular energy audits, facilitate compliance with applicable policies, and improve the operation and maintenance of energy-consuming machines, equipment, and systems.
The course certificate is a requirement when applying for a Certified Energy Manager qualification with the Department of Energy.
Why This Course Matters
Designated Establishments need competent Energy Managers who can organize energy-management activities, lead performance-improvement programs, supervise audit work, recommend system improvements, and ensure compliance with DOE requirements.
This course provides a structured foundation for managing energy performance under RA 11285 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.
Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course, participants should be able to:
- Develop and organize an energy-management plan.
- Lead the implementation of energy-performance improvement action plans.
- Establish and support operational and maintenance controls.
- Supervise energy-audit activities.
- Recommend improvements to the energy performance of Designated Establishments.
- Apply an ISO 50001-aligned energy-management framework.
- Manage electrical and thermal energy systems.
- Comply with reportorial requirements under RA 11285 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.
Who should Attend?
The course is intended for:
- Individuals assigned by Designated Establishments to perform the role of Energy Manager
- Professionals seeking to apply for Certified Energy Manager qualification with the Department of Energy
- Engineers and facility professionals responsible for energy-consuming systems
- Existing or aspiring Energy Managers
- Members of an organization’s energy-performance improvement team
- Professionals involved in energy planning, compliance, operations, maintenance, or audit supervision
Training Methodology
The course uses:
- Self-paced online lessons
- Live instructor-led webinars
- Applied examples and calculations
- Group workshop
- Energy Management Program development
- Group presentation
- Knowledge assessments
- Final examination
Requirements
Course Requirements
Participants are expected to:
- Complete all required asynchronous materials
- Attend the scheduled live webinar sessions
- Participate in the group workshop
- Present the assigned output
- Complete the final test
- Meet all course completion requirements
Certificate
Participants who complete the course requirements will receive a course certificate that supports their application for Certified Energy Manager qualification with the Department of Energy.
Course Outline
Module 0: Course Orientation
Mode: Self-paced online learning
Topics covered:
- Course structure and requirements
- Online-platform access
- Learning activities and assessments
- Live-session schedule
- Course completion expectations
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to navigate the course and explain its learning, attendance, and assessment requirements.
Module 1: Introduction to Energy Management
Mode: Self-paced online learning
Topics covered:
- Purpose and principles of energy management
- Roles and responsibilities of an Energy Manager
- Organizational energy performance
- Energy-management planning
- Energy policy and leadership support
- Continuous improvement
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to explain the role of energy management in improving organizational performance and compliance.
Module 2: Codes, Standards, and Regulations
Mode: Self-paced online learning
Topics covered:
- RA 11285 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations
- DOE requirements for Designated Establishments
- Relevant energy codes and standards
- Energy reporting obligations
- Responsibilities of Certified Energy Managers
- Compliance monitoring
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to identify and apply the primary legal and regulatory requirements affecting Energy Managers.
Module 3: Energy Basics
Mode: Self-paced online learning
Topics covered:
- Energy forms, units, and conversions
- Energy consumption and demand
- Electrical and thermal energy fundamentals
- Energy balances
- Efficiency and losses
- Basic energy calculations
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to use essential energy concepts and calculations in energy-management activities.
Module 4: Energy Management Framework Based on ISO 50001
Mode: Self-paced online learning
Topics covered:
- ISO 50001 principles
- Organizational context and leadership
- Energy policy
- Planning and objectives
- Support and competence
- Operational control
- Performance evaluation
- Continual improvement
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to explain and apply the main elements of an ISO 50001-aligned Energy Management System.
Module 5: Energy Review
Mode: Self-paced online learning
Topics covered:
- Review of energy sources and uses
- Analysis of current and historical energy consumption
- Identification of Significant Energy Uses
- Relevant variables and static factors
- Energy baselines
- Energy-performance indicators
- Prioritization of improvement opportunities
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to conduct an energy review and identify priorities for performance improvement.
Module 6: Management of Electrical Energy
Mode: Webinar and online materials
Topics covered:
- Electrical energy use in facilities
- Distribution systems
- Demand and power factor
- Motors and motor-driven systems
- Lighting systems
- Electrical monitoring and metering
- Operational and maintenance controls
- Electrical energy-performance opportunities
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to manage electrical energy use and recommend appropriate operational, maintenance, and efficiency measures.
Module 7: Management of Thermal Energy
Mode: Webinar and online materials
Topics covered:
- Thermal-energy use in facilities
- Boilers and steam systems
- HVAC and refrigeration
- Process heating
- Heat transfer and insulation
- Heat recovery
- Thermal monitoring
- Operational and maintenance controls
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to manage thermal-energy systems and identify opportunities to reduce losses and improve performance.
Group Workshop: Energy Management Program
Mode: Live webinar
Activities:
- Define organizational energy objectives
- Identify Significant Energy Uses
- Establish energy-performance indicators and targets
- Develop action plans
- Assign responsibilities
- Identify monitoring and reporting requirements
- Prepare an Energy Management Program
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to prepare a practical energy-management program for a case organization.
Presentation of Output
Mode: Live webinar
Participants present and explain their group Energy Management Program for review and feedback.
Course Integration and Ways Forward
Mode: Live webinar
Topics covered:
- Integration of energy-management activities
- Implementation challenges
- Coordination with energy-audit activities
- Performance monitoring and reporting
- Continual improvement
- Next steps for certification and professional practice
Learning outcome:
Participants should be able to integrate the course topics into a complete organizational energy-management approach.
Final Test
Mode: Webinar and online platform
The final test evaluates participants’ understanding of energy regulations, energy basics, ISO 50001, energy reviews, electrical and thermal energy management, planning, and compliance.