Update your knowledge and become a GSAP in the Buildings rating tool

Launched in October 2020, Green Star Building is designed for new buildings and major refurbishments. It responds to the critical issues of the next decade by pushing industry to deliver highly-efficient buildings, fully powered by renewables. 

This course has been created specifically for those already qualified as Green Star Accredited Professionals (GSAPs) in the Design and As Built rating tool, who wish to now update their knowledge and gain GSAP status for the Buildings rating tool.  It is a shorter version of our Advanced course to prepare for the required Green Star Buildings GSAP exam, in recognition of the knowledge current GSAPs already have.  By completing this training, you will be positioned to confidently deliver projects under this new tool and give greater advice to stakeholders and clients alike.      
 

This course will cover: 
 
•    the category framework 
•    the minimum expectations 
•    credit structure and scoring mechanism 
•    challenging credits 
•    Climate Positive pathway 
•    changes to certification 
•    calculator and Green Star online  
•    key difference between Design and As Built and Buildings ratings tool  
•    tips from assessors and practical guidance 
 
What’s included in the course: 
 
•    an expert-led online live session 
•    Green Star Buildings submission guidelines 
•    access to the online Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) exam 
 

Pre requisites

To enrol in this course you must be a current Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) in the Design and As Built rating tool. 
If you have any questions regarding eligibility please contact education@gbca.org.au. 

Note– further to the FAQ 422 on GSAP status, to claim Green Star Accredited Professional criteria under the Industry Development credit from Green Star Buildings, accreditation must be shown for Green Star Buildings GSAP status. 
Until 1st July 2025, you can continue to use Green Star – Design & As Built GSAP status for the Industry Development credit from Green Star Buildings. 
If you become a GSAP for Green Star Buildings, that status can be applied retrospectively to cover projects 18 months prior to GSAP status being achieved.