Course Resources

Course Curriculum

The CEFP Course, or Customized Interactive Learning Platform (CIL Platform) is a self-paced online course that covers the fundamentals of the educational facilities profession, using state-of-the-art learning tools as you master the full CEFP Credentialing Curriculum, which includes:

• Study guide
• All four core areas of the APPA Body of Knowledge
• Interactive and printable flashcards
• Practice exams and quizzes
• Learning modules with knowledge checks
• Interactive discussions with fellow cohorts
• Four live facilitator-led webinars

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

Study Guide

CEFP Credentialing Study Guide

Interactive Flashcards

Learning Modules with Knowledge Checks

Four Live sessions with Study Tips