Candidates should refer to the LEED candidate handbooks and LEED reference guides for the fundamental information needed to pass the LEED AP exams.

Handbooks and reference guides provide an overview of the Green Building Certification Institute's ("GBCI") and Prometric's policies and procedures throughout the credentialing process as well as detailed information on the LEED rating system in the candidate's area of focus.

You may find the Candidate Handbooks and reference guides on the GBCI.org website. There are candidate handbooks available for the LEED Green Associate and all the LEED AP credential exams. These handbooks include exam specifications, study materials, sample questions, GBCI and Prometric contact information and application, registration, and scheduling information.

Individuals should read and understand their particular exam's handbook, including all policies, procedures, and consequences.

The GBCI states that Candidate Handbooks are valid for one month from release and they are updated, as necessary, and released on the first business day of each month.

LEED reference guides provide detailed information on the LEED certification process according to the various specialty tracks.