Back by popular demand is the Blank Study Guide Template for the LEED Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance LEED AP exam. This is a one-page template that you can fill out with all of the important points for each prerequisite and credit as you’re studying from the LEED Reference Guide. If you can take 5 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
Back by popular demand is the Blank Study Guide Template for the LEED Interior Design and Construction LEED AP exam. This is a one-page template that you can fill out with all of the important points for each prerequisite and credit as you’re studying from the LEED Reference Guide. If you can take 5 or […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
Back by popular demand is the Blank Study Guide Template for the LEED Building Design and Construction LEED AP exam. This is a one-page template that you can fill out with all of the important points for each prerequisite and credit as you’re studying from the LEED Reference Guide. If you can take 5 or […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
If at any point during the LEED certification process something is unclear, the project team can submit a Credit Interpretation Request (CIR) to receive technical and administrative guidance from the GBCI. Here is some general information regarding Credit Interpretation Requests that you need to know for the exam: CIRs can be submitted anytime after a […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
The LEED Submittal Process is a part of the overall LEED Application Process. Specifically, it happens after project registration, after the project administrator assigned credits to project team members, and after those project team members fill out the respective LEED Credits Forms – which means the project is ready to submit this information to the […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
The LEED Application Process is the process by which a project becomes LEED certified. It’s essential for every LEED professional to understand, so that he or she is able to facilitate and streamline the application process during LEED certification. If you’re studying for either the LEED Green Associate Exam or a LEED Specialty Exam (or […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
Below, you’ll find some helpful information regarding the LEED Canada NC 1.0 Exam. Currently, the only helpful information I can find about the LEED Canada Exam is from the link below: Practice Exam for the LEED Canada NC v1.0 Exam In addition, material for the U.S. LEED Version 2.2 New Construction exam will prove to […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
LEED exists not just in the United States, but all around the world. In Canada, LEED is handled under the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC). The most popular LEED Canada exam that is taken is the New Construction (NC) version 1.0 exam. This particular exam is very similar to the LEED for New Construction v2.2 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
The LEED Green Building Operations and Maintenance test is a two-part exam. The first part is actually the same as the Green Associate exam, which is a 2-hour, 100 question test. The second part is the O&M portion, which is specifically about the Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance reference guide and is also a 2-hour, […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
The Interior Design & Construction exam is a two-part exam. The first part is actually the same as the Green Associate exam, which is a 2-hour, 100 question test. The second part is the ID+C portion, which is specifically about the ID+C reference guide and is also a 2-hour, 100 question test. So overall, it’s […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
The Building Design & Construction exam is a two-part exam. The first part is actually the same as the Green Associate exam, which is a 2-hour, 100 question test. The second part is the BD+C portion, which is specifically about the BD+C reference guide and is also a 2-hour, 100 question test. So overall, it’s […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
Each rating system is made of 3 elements and requirements that are necessary for a project to earn certification. They are: Minimum Program Requirements, Prerequisites & Credits In order for a project to be eligible for LEED certification, it must meet certain minimum program requirements. There are 3 reasons for this: 1. To give clear […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
Here, I will introduce you to all the parts of the LEED Green Associate exam you will need to know and understand. Part of the responsibility of a LEED Green Associate is to comprehend the application of LEED for potential LEED certified projects. This involves the understanding of the various rating systems and for what […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
The submittal process is very important to understand no matter which LEED exam you plan on taking. Below is a LEED Application Process flow chart that you can easy see to visualize how the whole process works. *note: Certification fees are paid during the design and/or construction submittal. Certification fees depend on project size.| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
It’s important to know exactly what kind of projects are used for each LEED rating system, no matter which exam you plan on taking. You will more than likely be asked questions about this on the exam, so I created this helpful chart to organize all of the information for you. Note that the Building […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
Here are some helpful tips that you can follow to get the most out of taking practice exams: The Setup Find a quiet place to take the exam without any distractions. Have a pencil and scratch paper readily available by your side. Have a watch of clock nearly to easily glance at. If you’re taking […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
Signing up for a LEED version 3 exam is a three-step process. The first step is applying for the exam, then registering for the exam, and finally scheduling your exam. This is a little more complicated than it was in the past, and does involve uploading documentation to prove your eligibility, but I’m sure the […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
How the LEED exam is graded and scored has always been a kind of mystery in the LEED community. My take is that you should not worry about how the exam is graded, and just worry about getting as many correct answers as possible – but I know we’re all curious, which is why I’m […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
If you’re ready to earn your LEED credential and enter LEED version 3, this article is for you. You’re already familiar with what LEED is about, and you know you have to pass an exam, so let’s get started. If you’re an existing LEED AP from a previous version of the exam, click here. If […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
This article is dedicated to those of you who are just starting out with LEED. If you are already a LEED AP from a previous exam, or have happened to taken the LEED exam already and failed – please click here. First of all, I’d like to congratulate you on making a choice to pursue […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
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 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
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 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
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 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
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 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
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 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
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: […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
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 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP 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 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP 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 […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP 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, […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
The LEED AP Specialty exams are the 2nd tier of exams you can take. However, unlike the Green Associate exam, the LEED AP specialty exams are much more detailed, and directly correspond to a specific reference guide. The following are the different specialty exams you can take, and what they are about: Building Design & […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
Yes. Since the Green Associate exam is the first part of the specialty exam, passing it ahead of time and then passing a specialty exam later is doable. I’ll find out more information about the logistics behind this method and how sign up works, etc. FAQs about your LEED credential: What EXACTLY is the Credential […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
You should definitely take a look at the Green Associate handbook found on the GBCI website. The handbook will tell you important information about what is covered on the exam, as well as test taking policies. In addition, you are always free to use the information on greenexamacademy.com to help you along the way. On […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
In order to take the LEED Green Associate exam, you will have to meet an eligibility requirement. You have to fulfill at least one of the following: You must have previous experience supporting a LEED-registered project You must have experience working in a sustainable field of work You must have attended an education program that […]| Green Exam Academy – Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam
An answer to the common question: what is the LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) exam all about?| Green Exam Academy - Tips and Tricks to Pass the LEED AP Exam