LEED Green Associate Professional (LEED GA)

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.

• Prerequisite Integrative Project Planning and Design
• Credit Integrative Process
• LEED for Neighbourhood Development Location
• Sensitive Land Protection
• High-Priority Site
• Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses
• Access to Quality Transit
• Reduced Parking Footprint
• Green Vehicles
• Construction Activity Pollution Prevention
• Environmental Site Assessment
• Rainwater Management
• Heat Island Reduction
• Outdoor Water Use Reduction
• Indoor Water Use Reduction
• Building-Level Water Metering
• Fundamental Commissioning and VerificationMinimum Energy PerformanceBuilding-Level Energy MeteringAdvanced Energy PerformanceGreen Power and Carbon Offsets
• Construction and Demolition Waste Management Planning
• PBT Source Reduction – Mercury
• Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction
• Furniture and Medical Furnishings
• Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance
• Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control
• Low-Emitting Materials
• Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan
• Thermal Comfort, Interior Lighting, Daylight
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• LEED Accredited Professional
• Overview
• Regional Priority

1. Recognition: It demonstrates your understanding of green building principles and your commitment to sustainability in the built environment.
2. Career advancement: Having the LEED GA credential can enhance your resume and make you more competitive in the job market, especially in fields related to architecture, engineering, construction, and sustainability.
3. Professional development: The process of studying for the exam and obtaining the credential can deepen your knowledge of green building practices and sustainability concepts, improving your skills and expertise in these areas.
4. Networking opportunities: Becoming a LEED GA can connect you with a community of professionals who are also passionate about sustainability, providing opportunities for collaboration, learning, and career growth.
5. Meeting industry requirements: In some cases, employers may require or prefer candidates who have LEED accreditation, especially for positions related to sustainable design, construction, and operations.
6. Contributing to sustainability goals: By earning the LEED GA credential, you are contributing to the broader goal of advancing sustainability in the built environment and promoting environmentally responsible practices.

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• Supply Chain Manager
• Supply Chain Consultant
• Project Manager
• Materials Manager
• Supply Chain Analyst
• Business Analyst
• Logistics Manager
• Operations Manager
• Master planners and schedulers
• Demand managers
• Procurement managers

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.

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.

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.