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What is a LEED Green Associate?LEED Green Associate

The LEED Green Associate is the entry level LEED professional credential.

Becoming a LEED Green Associate is ideal for any person with a strong interest in sustainability and green building.

Successfully completing the LEED Green Associate exam is required before earning the more advanced LEED AP credential.

Taking the LEED Green Associate Exam:

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For people who prefer in-person training, Green-Buildings.com also offers a full range of one day and two day LEED Green Associate live, in-person training classes. Indeed, we believe you won't find a broader selection of classes in major cities in the U.S. anywhere. Click here to browse our current LEED Green Associate training classes and choose the one or two day option that fits best with your schedule.

Once you are ready to take the LEED Green Associate exam, you will need to create an account with the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) and complete your application to take the exam. GBCI charges a $50.00 application fee and $200.00 exam fee ($150.00 for USGBC members and full time students). Click here to apply with GBCI.

The LEED professional credentialing exams are computer-based tests given at Prometric testing centers.

The LEED Green Associate exam is comprised of 100 randomly delivered multiple choice questions and must be completed in two hours. A computer records your responses, times your exam and you may change your answers, skip questions, and flag questions for later review. Once you have completed your exam, you will be notified of whether you passed or failed immediately.

Already a LEED Green Associate?

Maintain your credential by fulfilling your GBCI CMP (Credential Maintenance Program) requirements.

Promote your credential by creating a Professional Profile on Green-Buildings.com

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