LEED Green Associate
Credential: LEED Green Associate
Credentialing Agency: Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)
Renewal Period: 2 years
The Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), LEED Green Associate credential is for individuals new to green building as well as product manufacturers, students, real estate professionals and contractors. LEED Green Associates have general knowledge of green building practices and know how to support other professionals working on LEED projects. GBCI recommends that candidates have exposure to LEED and green building concepts through educational courses, volunteering or work experience. To earn the LEED Green Associate credential, candidates must pass a written exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
LEED Green Associate
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 2 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)
2101 L Street NW
Suite 500
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: (800) 795-1746
Contact Page
Other REQUIREMENTS
The LEED Green Associate credential has the following other requirements:
- Candidates must agree to the Disciplinary and Exam Appeals Policy.
Written Exam
- LEED Process
- Integrative Strategies
- Location and Transportation
- Sustainable Sites
- Water Efficiency
- Energy and Atmosphere
- Materials and Resources
- Indoor Environmental Quality
- Project Surroundings and Public Outreach
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the LEED Green Associate examination:
Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Prometric. The test centers are located in the U.S.
To find out more, use the following links on the Prometric website:
For more information on the Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
LEED Green Associate
Renewal Period: 2 years
Additional considerations for the LEED Green Associate include:
GBCI recommends that candidates taking the LEED Green Associate exam have exposure to LEED and green building concepts through educational courses, volunteering or work experience prior to testing.