National Fire Prevention Association

Description

The purpose of the CFPS examination is to provide a basis for determining the competency of candidates seeking the Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) designation. Current basis for the examination is the NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, 20th edition.

Requirements

To be eligible to take the CFPS examination, candidates must demonstrate on the CFPS application that they meet one of the following criteria:

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or other related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus two years of verifiable work experience dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both physical and financial. Copy of college diploma or transcript AND Resume are required.
2. Associate’s degree in engineering, technology or other related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus four years of verifiable work experience dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both physical and financial.
3. High school diploma + 6 years of verifiable work experience dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both physical and financial.

Fees

• Application/exam fee – $350;  Annual renewal fee – $90; Retest fee – $125
• Download an application. (PDF, 40 KB)
• Download a retest application. (PDF, 40 KB)
• Applicant and certificate holders handbook (PDF, 436 KB)

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Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

Description

Globally preferred by employers, the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential denotes proven expertise in fraud prevention, detection, and deterrence. Members with the CFE credential experience professional growth and quickly position themselves as leaders in the global anti-fraud community. In fact, the ACFE’s 2008 Compensation Guide for Anti-Fraud Professionals reveals that CFEs earn 22% more than non-CFEs in similar jobs.

Requirements

1. Be an Associate member of the ACFE in good standing.  If you are not already an Associate member of the ACFE, you must first become a member to pursue the CFE credential.

2. Submit the CFE Exam application with proof of education and professional recommendations.

3. Pass the CFE Exam. The CFE Exam is a Windows-based program that tests your knowledge and expertise in the four primary areas of fraud examination: Fraudulent Financial Transactions, Legal Elements of Fraud, Investigation Methods, and Criminology and Ethics.

• Click here to learn more about the CFE Exam and how to prepare to take it.

4. Gain final approval from the certification committee and become a CFE. You will officially become a CFE once your exam and credentials are approved by the certification committee. Those who have attained the CFE credential will be invoiced at the CFE dues rate upon annual membership renewal.

Fees

US $250

Building Industry Consulting Services International

Description

This certification is globally recognized within the telecommunications industry, as a designation of the exceptional qualifications and expertise of the individual, in the design, integration and implementation of telecommunications systems and their related infrastructure components. The RCDD designation is becoming ever more recognized…and required…by many private and state organizations.  The RCDD certification is for those individuals who are actively involved in network infrastructure design, or working directly with architects, engineers, network managers, or other professionals in the design, implementation or integration of network infrastructures, alarm systems or security systems.

Requirements

Have a minimum of 2 years Information Transport Systems (ITS)/distribution design experience including commercial, campus and multi-family buildings.  This experience may take many forms.

Fees

$495

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IEEE Communications Society

Description

Wireless Communication Engineering Technologies (WCET) has been launched by the IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc).  It has been designed to address the worldwide wireless industry’s growing need for communications professionals with practical problem-solving skills in real-world situations.

The IEEE WCET examination is administered on computer and consists of 150 scored multiple-choice questions plus 15 unscored pretest questions randomly distributed throughout the examination (a total of 165 questions). Test questions on the examination are in English and are based on the most recently published test specifications

Requirements

1. Candidates must have a degree from an accredited college or university (accredited in the country where the institution is located) and at least three years of graduate-level educational or professional wireless communication engineering experience.
2. Candidates must be IEEE members and have at least three years of graduate-level educational or professional wireless communication engineering experience.

Fees

IEEE WCET total examination fee for IEEE and IEEE ComSoc members – US$450*
IEEE WCET total examination fee for nonmembers – US$500*
Duplicate certificate – Processing plus shipping fee
Review of examination score – US$50
Online practice examination – US$75

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International Association of Electrical Inspectors

Description

The need for an IAEI Certification Program was identified by local entities, state agencies, and national
organizations. Their recommendation was that IAEI develop state of the art certification programs based
on knowledge and the practical application of the National Electrical Code® (NEC®).
In response to these industry needs, IAEI has undertaken the responsibility for designing valid and reliable
Residential and Master Electrical Inspector Certification Programs and ensuring these programs are accessible to all electrical inspectors.

The benefits of the program include the following:
• Certification by one of the most recognized international organizations in the electrical inspector
industry
• Listing in the IAEI certified electrical inspector registry
• Compelling evidence demonstrating your professional accomplishment
• Name published in IAEI News
• Expertise recognized across the country
• Lapel pin, certificate, and wallet card

Requirements

You can be eligible based upon one of the following options:

1. Completion of registered electrical apprenticeship training program
2. Associate degree in electrical construction technology (or equivalent)
3. Journeyman electrician (or equivalent)
4. master electrician
5. BS in electrical engineering
6. PE in electrical engineering
7. 8,000 hours as an electrician
8. 4,000 hours as an electrical inspector

Fees

CEI – Master Application Fee – $250
CEI – Master and Residential Application Fee – $500

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Project Management Institute

Description
The PMP credential recognizes demonstrated knowledge and skill in leading and directing project teams and in delivering project results within the constraints of schedule, budget and resources.

Requirements

Option 1:

• High school diploma, associate’s degree or global equivalent
• Minimum five years/60 months unique nonoverlapping
• professional project management experience during which at least 7,500 hours were spent leading and directing project tasks
• 35 contact hours of formal education

OR

Option 2:

• Bachelor’s degree or global equivalent
• Minimum three years/36 months unique non-overlapping professional project management experience during which at least 4,500 hours were spent leading and directing project tasks
• 35 contact hours of formal education

Fees

Computer-based testing (CBT) member $405 € 340
Computer-based testing (CBT nonmember $555 € 465
Paper-based testing (PBT) member $250 € 205
Paper-based testing (PBT) nonmember $400 € 335

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Associated Air Balance Council

Description

TBEs oversee technical operations of the company; review and certify test and balance reports; and provide supervision and training of technicians. The requirements for certification include:

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years test and balance experience, or graduation from a four (4) year engineering school; three (3) years experience as a test and balance technician; and a passing score on the Test and Balance Engineer’s examination.

Fees

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Associated Air Balance Council Commissioning Group

Description

The Associated Air Balance Council (AABC) has administered a successful commissioning certification program for Test and Balance Engineers. The AABC Commissioning Group (ACG) was established in 2004 as a separate non-profit association dedicated to advancing professional, independent commissioning services through education, training, and certification of qualified providers.

Through a detailed application and examination process, the CxA designation is awarded to successful candidates, providing a meaningful commissioning credential so that owners can be confident when selecting a qualified provider.

CxA qualifications are focused on HVAC and control systems. With respect to the commissioning of electrical and other systems, the CxA may or may not have the expertise on staff but will often team with other professionals to address all systems being commissioned.

Requirements

Candidates for certification must be a registered architect (AIA), or a licensed professional engineer (P.E.), or a certified Test and Balance Engineer (TBE).

Fees

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Society of Petroleum Engineers

Description

SPE has established this program to provide a Society-sponsored Petroleum Professional Certification the Middle East, Asia Pacific, United States and other regions that express interest in the program.

The SPE Petroleum Professional Certification Program requires that applicants demonstrate a minimum level of technical knowledge to be certified.

Requirements

1. Experience and training in the engineering community, usually for a minimum of 4 years.
2. An undergraduate engineering degree from an accredited institution.

Fees

$125

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Building Security Council

Description

The Building Security Certified Professional (BSCP) certification program was created in 2006 to provide design and security professionals with a credential that demonstrates a comprehensive, multidisciplinary understanding of building security issues. The BSCP examination is a computer-based exam that consists of 100 multiple-choice questions covering seven domains of building security knowledge:  project process, risk assessment, site considerations, building envelope, interior space, facility operations, and the BSC rating system.

Requirements

In order to qualify to take the BSCP an individual must possess an Architect license, Landscape Architect license, Professional Engineer license, or the ASIS International Physical Security Professional (PSP) or Certified Protection Professional (CPP) credentials are encouraged to pursue the BSCP advanced certification.

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