Certified Facility Management - SPS

USGBC’s LEED AP BD+C (LEED Associate Professional) Exam Certification training course

Green building (also known as green construction or sustainablebuilding) refers to both a structure and the using of processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building’s life-cycle: from siting to design, construction, operation, maintenance, renovation, and demolition.

USGBC’s LEED professional credential signifies that you’re a leader in the field and an active participant in the green building movement. With jobs specifying the need for green building expertise, a LEED credential shows a clear commitment to professional growth, while underscoring your value to LEED project teams and sustainability-focused organizations.

Key Features:

  • 24 Hours instructor led Live virtual/ Physical class room session
  • Recorded version of 24 hours session for LVC
  • Complete exam assistance

Overview

The LEED AP (Accredited Professional) credential signifies an advanced depth of knowledge in green building practices; it also reflects the ability to specialize in a particular LEED Rating System. The LEED AP exam is divided into two parts. The first part is the LEED Green Associate exam, which demonstrates general knowledge of green building practices. The second part is a specialty exam based on one of the LEED Reference Guides.

Who Should Apply?

Eligibility for LEED GA

  • The eligibility requirements for the LEED AP exams are to have documented professional experience on a LEED project, within the last 3 years, with verification through LEED Online or employer attestation. Candidates are also required to agree to the Disciplinary and Exam Appeals Policy and Credential Maintenance Program and submit to an application audit..

Criteria

What is the exam format & length?

The LEED AP is comprised of one part, which contains 100 randomly delivered multiple choice questions and must be completed in 2 hours Individuals must score at least 170 out of 200 in order to pass.

The questions are scored and unscored, but they are delivered randomly and you are not informed of their status, so you should respond to all questions. Unscored questions are used to inform whether the item should be scored on future exams. 

Gain and Maintain Your LEED AP

All LEED professionals are required to maintain their credential by earning continuing education hours.

LEED Green Associates must earn 15 continuing education hours within two years of earning their credential. LEED APs must earn 30 continuing education hours within two years of earning their credential.

Schedule & Fee

Available through 1 day classroom delivery (Cosine-led or train-the-trainer), online eLearning, one-on-one coaching, or webinar; wide variety of relevant books and support materials to embed and sustain learning are also available.