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CEFP Exam Curriculum

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The curriculum is comprised of the four core areas of APPA’s Body of Knowledge. It is placed on the customized website (CIL Platform) so participants will have access 24/7 to prepare for their exam.

Part 1 – General Administration and Management

  • Section I-A: Leadership and Administration
  • Section I-B: Human Resources Management
  • Section I-C: Business and Financial Management

Part 2 – Operations and Maintenance

  • Section II-A: Plant Management
  • Section II-B: Building Systems
  • Section II-C: Plant Services
  • Section II-D: Campus Services

Part 3 – Energy, Utilities, and Environmental Stewardship

  • Section III-A: Energy Utilization and Environmental Stewardship
  • Section III-B: District Energy Systems
  • Section III-C: Other Utilities

Part 4 – Planning, Design, and Construction

  • Section IV-A: Facilities Planning
  • Section IV-B: Facilities Design and Construction
  • Section IV-C: Special Topics