Get Certified

How to Get Your CEFP

Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility

You need 8 points to qualify—earned through a combination of education, work experience, and professional development.

Example: A bachelor's degree (4 points) plus 4 years of facilities experience qualifies you.

Points come from:

• Years of facilities-related work (1 point per year)
• Education level (Graduate degree = 6, Bachelor's = 4, Associate's = 2, HS Diploma = 1)
• APPA Institute for Facilities Management tracks completed (1 point each)
• APPA Leadership Academy tracks completed (1 point each)
• Other certifications/licenses (1 point each, max 8)

Download Qualification Spreadsheet to calculate your points.

Not quite at 8 points? Each Institute for Facilities Management (IFM) track you complete earns 1 point toward eligibility—and builds your foundation in the Body of Knowledge.

Step 2: Choose Your Preparation Path

Two options to prepare for the CEFP exam:

Pricing

Step 3: Take the Exam and Earn Your Credential

After completing your preparation, you're ready for the CEFP exam.

Taking the Exam

The CEFP exam tests your knowledge across four core areas of APPA's Body of Knowledge (BOK):

• General Administration and Management
• Operations and Maintenance
• Energy, Utilities, and Environmental Stewardship
• Planning, Design, and Construction

Exam Details:

• 110 questions
• Up to 4 hours to complete
• Passing score: 61 out of 110
• Online proctored exam via Strasz
• Flexible scheduling during your access period
• Government ID required (name must match registration)
• Results delivered within 7 business days

When You Pass:

Upon passing, you receive:

• Digital certificate
• Digital badge for LinkedIn
• Listing in the CEFP Directory
• Permission to use "CEFP" after your name

Contact Us: certification@appa.org