LEED Exam Preparation

The LEED Green Associate credential denotes basic knowledge of green design, construction and operations. The two hour LEED Green Associate exam is also a prerequisite for all the LEED AP with specialty exams.

There are two levels

• LEAD Green Associate
• LEAN Accredited Preofession (This is in 5 areas)

Level 1 is mandatory for the second level

Accrediting body - usgbc.org - This is for course preparation training by industry known MISP Trainers.

Course Outline

• 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

Maintaining your credential

All LEED Professionals are required to maintain their credential by earning continuing education hours.

Green Associates must earn 15 continuing education hours within 2 years of earning their credential. APs must earn 30 continuing

education hours within 2 years of earning their credential.

Earn hours through these activities related to green building:

• Education
• Project Experience
• Authorship
• Volunteering