Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification !!

Why learn about LEED?

Owners and developers are demanding green buildings to save money while protecting the environment and occupant’s health. LEED ® has already been adopted by USA, Canada, Mexico, and India and the Emirates GBC.

Who should attend?
Industry professionals who wish to become a LEED ® accredited professional

• Facility Managers
• Building Owners
• Developers
• Client Representatives
• Architects
• Engineers
• Consultants
• Sustainability Managers

What's covered?
LEED ® Green Associate V4 (2 days)

• Green Building and the LEED process
• Project Site Factors / Water Management
• Project Systems and Energy Impact / Acquisition, installation and management of project materials
• Improvements to the Indoor Environment / Stakeholder Involvement in Innovation / Project Surroundings and Public Outreach

LEED ® AP Building Design and Construction V4 (2 days)

• Recognise the unique aspects of the BD & C and the differences between each rating system
• Identify the minimum programme requirements for BD & C
• Describe the goal, intent & requirements
• Identify synergy between BD & C credits
• Plan for key considerations and requirements for the LEED Certification process
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LEED ® AP Building Operations and MaintenanceV4 (2 Days)

• Materials In
• Material Out
• Administration
• Green Cleaning
• Site Management
• Occupant Health
• Energy Metrics
• Operational Effectiveness

You may request Special sessions on LEED AP V4 for the below mentioned:

• LEED® for Neighborhood Development
• LEED® for Interior Design and Construction
• LEED® for Homes.

The Benefits of LEED Certification

Leave the Competition Behind. Whether you are a freelance designer, or head of a multi-million dollar corporation, it is important to stay on top of the cutting edge trends in your industry. In this economy, you can't risk losing out on bids and potential business because you aren't in the know. Having an Accredited Professional on staff can be a highly marketable asset. For example, did you know that all GBCI registered projects that have an Accredited Professional on the job receive an extra point towards the project certification? This easy, single point can be the difference between the project being awarded a Gold versus Silver status. This is just one of many examples of why having an Accredited Professional on staff can give you an edge over your competition.

Signify Your Green Building Expertise. You've worked hard to become educated on green building concepts and strategies. Turn this knowledge into a tangible credential, developed and backed by the U.S. Green Building Council. The Green Associate and Accredited Professional credentials have gained national and global notoriety as the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating system becomes one of the most widely used standards for green building and design. Having these credentials after your name and on your resume will help you become a more attractive candidate for green jobs, consulting gigs, and other opportunities in the green building field.

New Directions, New Business. Capitalize on the Green Collar economy. Whether you are looking to start a new career path, or develop new business for your company, accreditation can be a stepping-stone to new contacts and new opportunities for success in the green building and design fields.

Make a Difference in How We Design & Build. Many current methods used in the building industry can be harmful to our planet, our communities, and even our health. Take action towards improving this system, by learning and implementing more sustainable, eco-friendly, and energy-efficient practices. Whether it's developing improved waste management strategies, or spearheading the installation of a green roof, individuals of all skills and backgrounds can play an integral role in promoting and implementing this change.

The Importance and Advantages of LEED Certification

Acquiring LEED certification will introduce you to the following benefits:

• Recover higher costs as green building offers a lot of alternatives that can downsize the structural, electrical and mechanical system.
• Designs are cost-effective since building saves from 20% to 50% energies compared to common construction.
• Care for the future
• Enhance health and well-being of tenants
• Get introduced to large number of equipment which can help you save more energy and be environment friendly.

LEED Certification are given to organizations likes Construction, Commercial Interiors, Existing Buildings, New Buildings, Core and Shell, Schools, Homes, Hotels, Retail, Healthcare and Neighborhood Development. This orients the company on how to contribute in taking care of our environment.

Standards of LEED Certification

To get the LEED Certification, you must secure the following:

• Prevention of pollution within the construction site
• Reduce water use
• Minimum energy performance as per ASHRAE 90.1
• Building energy systemsn
• Refrigeratioin management
• Collecting and storing recyclables
• Smoke-free environment

LEED exam in India and qualifying for the LEED Green Associate

There are three ways to qualify for the LEED Green Associate exam:

1) You must be or have been employed in a sustainable field of work OR
2) You must be or have been involved in a LEED certified project within the last three years OR
3) You must show involvement in an education program that addresses green building principles

It is possible that your work as a senior engineer in HVAC planning would qualify as a “sustainable field of work.” To learn more, check out our previous article to learn what we believe qualifies as a sustainable field of work.

However, the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) will give the official ruling on this matter, so if you are unsure of whether your work as an HVAC engineer will count, contact GBCI at gbci.org or by calling 1-800-795-1746.

LEED Experience and Green Building Education

If your field of work does not qualify you, Green-Buildings.com offers the tools you need to become eligible for the exam.

First, Green-Buildings.com offers the LEED Project Experience Program, which will make you eligible for the Green Associate exam. It will satisfy the second option for eligibility, which is involvement in a LEED project.

This program allows you to work on a live LEED project, 100% online. Since many project teams want someone who is already a LEED AP to work on their LEED project, this is a good option for aspiring LEED APs.

Additionally, Green-Buildings.com offers Green Associate exam prep courses that will provide you a certificate of completion. This certificate of completion can be used to satisfy third option for eligibility, which is involvement in a green building education program.

LEED Green Associate Exam Costs

GBCI charges a $50 application fee for the LEED Green Associate exam. Additionally, the exam (per exam appointment) costs $150 for full-time students and members, or $200 for all others.

Once you earn your Green Associate credential, you must pay $50 every two years to maintain your credential through the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP). If you choose not to maintain the credential through CMP, you can either retest or lose your credential.

LEED Green Associate Exam Prep Courses

Learn all about LEED certification and jumpstart your career in green building by earning the LEED Green Associate credential! LEED Green Associate is the introductory-level professional credential under the Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) program, and demonstrates a general understanding of all the LEED green building rating systems.

Our LEED Green Associate classes provide an introduction to green building and sustainable design principles, specifically as they relate to USGBC's LEED green building rating system. This course prepares individuals to pass the LEED Green Associate exam on the first try, and is the first step in becoming a LEED professional. This course is fully updated for the new LEED v4 rating system!

About

Our in-person LEED Exam Prep comes with access to our on-demand materials as well. Our instructors combine real-world LEED Project expertise with best practices to deliver material in a way that ensures students pass their LEED exams the very FIRST time! GBRI's Exam Prep will familiarize you with ALL the required information to pass the LEED Green Associate and BD+C Exam. You don't need to purchase anything else besides what's already included in your package.

Prepared by 7+LEED Professionals, GBRI’s LEED v4 Exam Prep Package contains everything you need to prepare for the LEED Green Associate Exam - self-paced modules, a road map, study guide, 200+ practice questions, memory charts, flash cards, audio files, and 2 mock exams. Taught in the context of a real LEED v4 project, GBRI’s exam prep addresses LEED project experience questions apart from analyzing knowledge and task domains.

• Earn your USGBC LEED AP credential in as little as 4 weeks
• Practice exams: 300+ practice test questions with explanations for each question to help you review and solidify your understanding
• Mock Exams : 2 Simulated Mock Exams
• Self-Paced Modules
• Study Guide, Flash Cards and Memory Charts(printable)
• Competitive pricing:

Objectives

1. Prepare for the LEED Green Associate exam
2. Identify and learn intent, requirements, reference standards, implementation strategies and exemplary options for all the credits under the BD+C rating system
3. Analyze the required task and knowledge domains presented on the LEED Green Associate Exam
4. Learn how to prepare for the LEED Green Associate professional role by working on a real-life LEED registered project
5. Review 200+ practice test questions with explanations