Initial certification procedure

Basic training

To apply for a certificate of competence in a particular category, you must first complete a basic training course on the subject at a training centre recognised for this purpose in the relevant region. Click here (link) to view the list of recognised training centres. This certification procedure is available to both Belgian and foreign applicants.

The basic RESCert training provides a comprehensive overview of the sizing, design, installation, maintenance and documentation of an installation. The basic training course takes around four days, before the exams.

You must then pass the relevant exam at a recognised examination centre listed on the same list.

Recognised training courses and examinations are provided by the Flemish Region, the Walloon Region and the Brussels-Capital Region under the European Directives (2009/28/EC and 2023/2413) on renewable energy.

Initial certification procedure

To apply for a certificate of competence, you must follow the following procedure.

1. Register on the basic training at atraining centre that has regional recognition to organise RESCert training.
2. You must pass the corresponding examination in an examination centre that has recognition to organise RESCert examinations.
3. If you pass, you must apply online for certification within 12 months of the date of the examination.
   • Create a personal account on our website (link)
     Or
     log in using your personal account on our website (link)
   • Submit your application by clicking on New certification application. The online application procedure is available in Dutch and French.
   • During the procedure, you must demonstrate that you meet the applicable requirements regarding experience.
   • The administrative fee for applying for certification is EUR 325.13, excluding VAT.
4. You receive an update on the status of your application within 20 working days of payment confirmation.
5. If your application is approved, you receive your certificate of competence by email.
6. If the request cannot be accepted, you may submit your comments regarding this decision by email to info@rescert.be.

What terms and conditions do you have to meet to obtain your certificate of competence?

The region where the examination was held determines the applicable requirements regarding experience and/or professional eligibility.

• Terms and conditions in the Flemish Region (link)
• Terms and conditions in the Walloon Region (link)
• Terms and conditions in the Brussels-Capital Region (link)

What happens if you do not submit your application within 12 months of the recognised examination?

In this case, you have to re-sit the whole examination recognised for this category at an recognised examination center. You do not have to repeat the whole basic course again. If you pass, you have to submit your certification application online within 12 months of passing this new exam.

Last change: 02/10/2026