Certifications
Certifications
CPE
The Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) is an ASPE Certification and is the highest form of professional recognition an individual estimator can receive. The Certification entails an orientation workshop attendance, submission of an acceptable Professional Evaluation Application and technical paper, successful completion of written examinations and participation in the Certification Renewal Program. Each CPE Candidate must earn an affirmative appraisal based on proven ability and practical experience in the profession. For more information visit
CPC
AIC Certified Professional Constructor (CPC) is an individual who commits to serve the construction industry in a professional and ethical manner and engages in the continued development of his/her skills and education to meet increasing industry challenges and changes. For more information visit
CCC
AACE International’s Certified Cost Consultant (CCC) is a recognized specialist who meets a demanding set of cost and management criteria by a rigorous examination, experience, education and ethical qualifications. For more information visit
CEP
AACE International’s Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) certification program is designed to establish credentials for those individuals working in the estimating field. This certification program will give professionals a means to validate their skills and knowledge. For more information visit
PSP
AACE International’s Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification is afforded to individuals in today’s planning and scheduling industry. It fairly measures their knowledge, experience and best management practices. It shows you have the knowledge and skills that impact the bottom line. For more information visit
CCA
NACA Certified Construction Auditor (CCA) certification is afforded to individuals in today’s construction auditing industry. It is understood that those who possess this certificate have proper knowledge and experience to audit construction projects. For more information visit
CCP
NACA Certified Control Professional (CCP) certification is afforded to individuals in today’s construction auditing industry who control cost through auditing techniques. It is understood that those who possess this certificate have proper knowledge and experience to control costs on construction projects. For more information visit
AC
AIC Associate Constructor (AC) certification is the initial certicifation prior to gaining the CPC certificate (see above).
FAACE
Fellow: The membership grade of Fellow is a selective and prestigious honor for the recipients. Approval of Fellow is in recognition of professional attainment and significant accomplishment in cost management or cost engineering. Fellows are designated by the following acronym: FAACE. Nominees are vetted by the Fellow Admissions Committee and recommended for approval of a majority vote by the Board of Directors. The criteria used in awarding Fellow classifications are: Professional attainment based on contributions to the professional advancement of cost management, cost engineering, or the engineering profession and valuable service to AACE International; and contributions to the knowledge of the profession and dissemination of that knowledge based on publications, presentations, and bringing cost management/cost engineering to industry, educational institutions, forums, or government agencies.
VMA
Value Methodology Associate (VMA) is a recognition designed for individuals who are new to the Value Methodology field and have received basic Value Methodology training. This entry level certification is encouraged for those desiring to have on-going involvement in Value Management. If desired, after gaining some experience, a VMA may advance to Certified Value Specialist (CVS).