The course covers complex concepts, but is explained so that anyone can learn a great deal. The prerequisites to qualify for the certification process have been designed to take into account the possible diversity of education and practical experience an individual may have. Each CEM candidate must meet one of the following criteria:
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| Education | Experience | |
| 4-year engineering/architectural degree OR
Professional Engineer (PE) OR Registered Architect (RA) | AND | 3+ years related* experience |
| 4-year degree in technology, environmental
science, physics, or earth science | AND | 4+ years related* experience |
| 4-year degree in business (or related field) | AND | 5+ years related* experience |
| 2-year energy management associate degree | AND | 6+ years related* experience |
| 2-year associate degree | AND | 8+ years related* experience |
| NONE | AND | 10+ years related* experience |