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LEED Green Associate - Construction

U.S. Green Building Council

Certificate

Looking to make a difference in the world of sustainable design and construction? LEED Green Associates are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote and implement green building practices in your workplace and community.

Duration

Not specified

Credits

Not specified

Cost

Not specified

Format

Hybrid

What You'll Learn

AI-generated

Key competencies developed through this program

  • MindsetAdvocate green building benefits and practices to stakeholders and decision-makers in construction projects.
    Proficient
Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Explain LEED system fundamentals in the context of organizational roles rating structures and certification pathways
  • Apply LEED framework requirements in the context of rating system selection credit categories and project documentation
  • Facilitate integrative design activities in the context of early systems analysis and collaborative charrettes
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary team roles in the context of achieving comprehensive project performance
  • Evaluate site development options in the context of sustainable land selection and reduced parking impacts
  • Promote alternative transportation strategies in the context of accessible multimodal low emission mobility
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

The LEED Green Associate will enhance your professional credentials, open doors to new job opportunities and help advance your career in the green building industry. The LEED Green Associate is a valuable credential for anyone interested in making a positive impact on the environment. The LEED Green Associate exam measures general knowledge of green building practices and how to support others working on LEED projects. The exam is ideal for those newer to sustainability and LEED. Access the LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook. Prep: Review our study materials and access exam prep resources. Exam: The exam is two hours long and has 100 multiple-choice questions. You have the option to take the exam at a Prometric Testing Center or from home as a remote proctored online exam. Review exam details. Maintain: LEED Green Associates must earn 15 continuing education hours within two years of passing their exam. Access CMP information.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

Completion Rate

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Placement Rate

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Locations

Where this program is offered

No locations specified.

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Knowledge
Apply sustainable site development strategies to minimize environmental impact in construction projects.
Developing
  • KnowledgeApply water efficiency measures in building design and construction following LEED guidelines.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeAnalyze energy performance options and renewable energy applications to optimize building energy efficiency.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeApply integrative design process principles when collaborating with project teams on green building initiatives.
    Developing
  • MindsetSupport sustainable building practices and environmental stewardship within workplace and community settings.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeExplain LEED rating system categories and credit requirements across different building types and certification levels.
    Emerging
  • KnowledgeIdentify sustainable materials and resources for selection in green building projects.
    Emerging
  • KnowledgeExplain indoor environmental quality standards related to air quality, lighting, and thermal comfort in LEED projects.
    Emerging
  • KnowledgeDescribe LEED certification process and documentation requirements for project registration through certification.
    Emerging
  • Architects, Except Landscape and Naval17-1011.00
    Construction and Building Inspectors47-4011.00
    Architectural and Engineering Managers11-9041.00
    Architectural and Civil Drafters17-3011.00
    Drafters, All Other17-3019.00