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Net Zero - Accredited Professional Program

About the Program


*GBCSA has introduced Live Webinars to replace the Face to Face Workshops in order to accommodate for the new social distancing regulations.

The program provides an introduction to the GBCSA’s Net Zero rating tools that aim to achieve net zero impact in the areas of carbon, water, waste and ecology.

As a registered AP Net Zero, you will be equipped with the knowledge to guide a project team in the design and certification of a Net Zero registered project for a range of building types and be recognised as a professional with a greater understanding of environmental issues related to the built environment and property industry.

Objectives of the program are to ensure that all who attend:

  1. Gain an understanding of the importance of aiming for further reduced impacts in the design, construction and operation of green buildings
  2. Understand the Net Zero rating tool
  3. Are able to, if suitably qualified, be recognized as a Net Zero Accredited Professional 


Who Should Attend

Architects, Architectural Technicians,  Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Contractors, Sustainability Consultants, Property Developers, Property Owners,  and anyone else involved in the design and construction of the built environment in South Africa and beyond.

Becoming an Accredited Professional

Registration as an Accredited Professional is open to all those involved in the design, construction and operation of the built environment in South Africa and beyond with suitable level of knowledge and experience of the field. Candidates will need to demonstrate relevant industry experience or tertiary level qualification in a suitable property industry related field upon request by the GBCSA in order to be recognised as a Net Zero Accredited Professional upon successful completion of the program.

CPD Accreditation

SACAP Members

CPD SAIA 19-10/1

Workshop – 1.5 Points

Online Course – 1.5 Points

Online Exam – 0.5 Points


SAFMA Members

Workshop – 1.5 Points

Online Course – 1.5 Points

Online Exam – 1.5 Points


ECSA Members

CESA-1151-08/2020

Full Program 1 point

Program Structure

The program uses an interactive full day workshop to introduce and provide insight into the Net Zero certification system for new and existing buildings. The workshop must be completed prior to attempting the corresponding online exam. Upon passing the online exam, suitably qualified candidates will be registered as a Net Zero Accredited Professional (AP Net Zero) and listed on the GBCSA’s online directory of professionals. 

Upcoming Program Dates & Prices

  • 1Live Webinar
  • 2Online Exam

Net Zero Live Webinar 

This webinar is hosted by the GBCSA and a faculty member and gives a high level understanding of the tool. Case studies and scenarios help the student to understand how the tool may be applied.

Next Available Course Dates:

To be confirmed

Webinar Prices (Incl VAT):

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Net Zero Online Exam 

This 2 hour open book online exam is the final step in qualifying as an Accredited Professional – Net Zero / Net Positive.

Next Available Course Dates:

Can be done at your own schedule.

Exam Prices (Incl VAT):

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Full Program Prices (Incl VAT):

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R5050.00R6350.00R4250.00
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Booking this 2 part program

When booking this 2 part program (i.e the live webinar and the online exam) you need to:

  • Select the live webinar date that suits you
  • This item will be added to your cart. The exam will be added automatically
  • If you are booking for more than 1 attendee you will need to have their contact email at hand. 
  • You will be prompted to login to the GBCSA Dashboard on checkout and you will need to create a profile if you do not have one already.
  • Confirmation will be sent to your email address

You can choose to pay now or do an EFT later. Once payment has been made each attendee will be notified of login details via email. 

Access to the live webinar will be emailed to you directly

You will need to access the online course via your GBCSA dashboard

*All fees are valid for 2021 and will automatically increase on 1 January 2022.

Please Note: The GBCSA reserves the right to cancel or postpone an event at their own discretion up to 7 days prior to the event and the GBCSA will not be held liable for any related expenses incurred by registrants for things such as flights, accommodation, meals and transportation. For further details on our terms and conditions, please click here.

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