If you’ve already earned your LEED AP credential from a previous version of the LEED exam, then no, you do not need to take the Green Associate exam. This portion of the LEED AP specialty exam is waived for you. When you sign up, you will only sign up for the specialty portion of the […]
Legacy LEED AP: If I pass one exam track, can I work on projects being certified under a different rating system?
For previous versions of LEED, it was a “pass one exam and you’re a LEED AP for all tracks” deal. There seems to be a bit more confusion for LEED v3, but I went ahead and called the USGBC myself to get you a straight answer. The USGBC representative told me that you can work […]
Legacy LEED AP: If I choose to take another exam, which exam should I take?
People ask me this question all of the time, and I always give each person the same answer: it depends on you and your career goals. Here’s my opinion on who should take which exam (again, it’s really up to you): Building Design & Construction (BD&C): This exam actually covers three different rating systems: New […]
Legacy LEED AP: Do I have to take any more tests to maintain my LEED credential?
Your LEED AP credential has automatically been changed to Legacy LEED AP. You’re still a LEED AP, but you’re not enrolled in the LEEDv3 system yet. To answer the question, you don’t have to take any more tests to enter LEED v3, since you’re a Legacy LEED AP. However, taking an exam is one of […]
Legacy LEED AP: Can a Legacy LEED AP still work on LEED v3 projects?
I don’t believe a Legacy LEED AP can be designated as the LEED AP on LEED version 3 projects. I have a list of questions I want to ask the USGBC via phone, and this is one of them. I’ll update the answer as soon as I get clarification. Thanks for your patience! FAQs about […]
Legacy LEED AP: What happens to my LEED AP credential now that LEEDv3 has launched?
Your existing LEED AP credential depends on exactly what you do (or don’t do) between now and June 2011. As of July 1st, 2009, your LEED AP credential is now considered a Legacy LEED AP. This shows that you have a credential from one of the previous exams. You now have three options: Option 1: […]
If I pass one exam track, can I work on projects being certified under a different rating system?
My initial understanding is, no. The LEED AP credential in LEED v3 is supposed to demonstrate one’s ability to specialize in a particular LEED Rating System. For previous versions of LEED, it was a “pass one exam and you’re a LEED AP for all tracks” deal, but I believe the rule has changed. I have […]
How do I prepare for a LEED AP specialty exam?
The first thing you should do is download the candidate handbook from the GBCI webpage for the exam that you want to take. The handbook will tell you important information about what is covered on the exam, as well as test taking policies. Not all of them are live yet. In fact, only LEED for […]
What can I do if I’m not eligible to take a LEED specialty exam?
If you are not eligible for a LEED specialty exam, your best bet is to take the LEED Green Associate exam first, since you will have to take that portion of the exam anyways (it’s the 1st part of the 2 part specialty exam). From there, I would try and get onto a LEED registered […]
What are the eligibility requirements to take a LEED AP specialty exam?
In order to take a LEED specialty exam (BD+C, ID+C, O&M, Homes or ND), you will have to meet an important eligibility requirement: You MUST have previous experience with a LEED registered project within three years of your application submittal date. This must be documented in the form of a letter from a supervisor, client, […]
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