LEED Certification Education Options

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LEED Green Associate
Exam Prep (Tier 1)

LEED Green Associate Exam Prep

For those just beginning a career in green building or getting started with LEED.
LEED Green Associate is the first credential in LEED certification. Zack Academy's in-person seminar is the best way to guarantee your success on the LEED Exam.

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LEED AP+ Exam Prep
(Tier 2)

LEED AP Exam Prep

For current Green Associates or experienced LEED professionals.
Signify your green building expertise by passing the LEED AP exam. Zack Academy's exam prep courses provide an in-depth analysis of LEED and sustainable design principles.

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LEED Continuing Education (CMP)

Online LEED Certification

Already LEED Accredited?
Our catalogue of online continuing education courses makes it easy to renew your LEED credential. You can take one course at a time or even find complete packages for any of your LEED Continuing Ed CMP training needs!

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Group & Corporate
LEED Training

In-House LEED Training

Have a group and want us to come to you?
We can bring our expert LEED Certification training directly to your office! Save time & money by consolidating your training needs into a customized training solution for the whole team.

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The Benefits of LEED Certification

Leave the Competition Behind. Whether you are a freelance designer, or head of a multi-million dollar corporation, it is important to stay on top of the cutting edge trends in your industry. In this economy, you can't risk losing out on bids and potential business because you aren't in the know. Having an Accredited Professional on staff can be a highly marketable asset. For example, did you know that all GBCI registered projects that have an Accredited Professional on the job receive an extra point towards the project certification? This easy, single point can be the difference between the project being awarded a Gold versus Silver status. This is just one of many examples of why having an Accredited Professional on staff can give you an edge over your competition.

Signify Your Green Building Expertise. You've worked hard to become educated on green building concepts and strategies. Turn this knowledge into a tangible credential, developed and backed by the U.S. Green Building Council. The Green Associate and Accredited Professional credentials have gained national and global notoriety as the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating system becomes one of the most widely used standards for green building and design. Having these credentials after your name and on your resume will help you become a more attractive candidate for green jobs, consulting gigs, and other opportunities in the green building field.

New Directions, New Business. Capitalize on the Green Collar economy. Whether you are looking to start a new career path, or develop new business for your company, accreditation can be a stepping-stone to new contacts and new opportunities for success in the green building and design fields.

Make a Difference in How We Design & Build. Many current methods used in the building industry can be harmful to our planet, our communities, and even our health. Take action towards improving this system, by learning and implementing more sustainable, eco-friendly, and energy-efficient practices. Whether it's developing improved waste management strategies, or spearheading the installation of a green roof, individuals of all skills and backgrounds can play an integral role in promoting and implementing this change.

Frequently Asked LEED Questions

The first step for anyone who is new to the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program is to prepare for the Green Associate exam. Passing the Green Associate exam will earn you the introductory LEED credential, and enable you to move on to the next level, LEED AP. With Zack Academy's comprehensive exam preparation courses, you are able to equip yourself with the knowledge to pass on the first try.
The Tier 1: Green Associate course and exam covers general information on green building practices for residential and commercial projects, and prepares individuals to support other professionals working on projects seeking LEED certification. Topics covered include:

  • Basic Green Building Principles
  • About USGBC and GBCI
  • Accreditation Overview
  • Sustainable Design & Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
  • Core Concepts of the Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Rating Systems
  • Green Building Strategies & Concepts
  • Technical Analysis of Project Credits and Strategies
The Tier 2: AP+ course and exam content varies based on the specific rating system you are seeking accreditation in, and aims to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be actively involved in the integrated design process, and to facilitate the project application process with GBCI. Topics covered include:
Becoming a Green Associate or Accredited Professional (AP) is appropriate for anyone interested in learning more about green building and sustainable design. Ideal backgrounds for AP candidates would include:

  • Architects
  • Engineers
  • Contractors
  • Interior Designers
  • Landscape Architects
  • Facility Managers
  • Energy Raters
In addition to the above named professions appropriate for the AP credential, Green Associate is ideal for professionals who do not wish to move on to the AP level, because their involvement in certified projects will be more tangential and possibly less technical. These candidates include:

  • Marketing and Sales Professionals
  • Public Policy Specialists
  • Financiers
  • Realtors
  • Employment Specialists
  • Lawyers
  • Support Staff
  • Educators
Everyone is required to pass the Green Associate exam before they can become a LEED AP. You do have the option of taking both the Green Associate and AP exams together on the same day, however with the combined exam option if you fail one of the two sections you will not be awarded any credential until you pass both sections.
The Green Associate and AP exams are actually offered on-demand, therefore there are no pre-scheduled dates or times. When you are ready to take your exam, and have been approved by GBCI, you can schedule an exam appointment at a Prometric Testing Center near you.

Earning Your Credential

With LEED Exam Prep courses available as public courses, in-house training, and online webinars, becoming accredited has never been easier! Zack Academy provides you with the necessary tools to pass the Green Associate and AP exams on the first try. Schedule a course today to begin the accreditation process!

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review userJay M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 6, 2025
Class was informative, well structured and taught well Class was informative, well structured and taught well
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review userWilman J.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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review userBraulo B.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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review userMichael B.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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review userGeorge M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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review userJose L.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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review userJames S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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review userPeter P.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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review userGeorge P.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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review userErdenebaatar Y.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
VERY GOOD 5 STAR VERY GOOD 5 STAR
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review userDemetri P.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
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review userEric P.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
Very instructional with moments of comedy to break up the mood. Very instructional with moments of comedy to break up the mood.
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review userMatt K.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 1, 2025
very knowledgeable and helpful class very knowledgeable and helpful class
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review userDebra L.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on February 27, 2025
The instructor was great to work with and very helpful with all of our questions The instructor was great to work with and very helpful with all of our questions
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review userMatthew R.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
Harold did great. Harold did great.
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review userMadeline O.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
Harold was a great instructor. He was very knowledgeable and engaging. The hands-on exercises were informative and will... Harold was a great instructor. He was very knowledgeable and engaging. The hands-on exercises were informative and will be beneficial.
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review userJoshua M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
He is a great instructor. Explained everything very well. Answered any questions the classes. Made sure we understood the... He is a great instructor. Explained everything very well. Answered any questions the classes. Made sure we understood the material presented
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review userCamden M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
Harold was very well spoken and clear about the material in the course and it showed, very knowledgeable and an excellent... Harold was very well spoken and clear about the material in the course and it showed, very knowledgeable and an excellent instructor
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review userKeith L.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
As the operations manager I found Harold to be a great teacher/educator. He kept the team engaged, moved through material... As the operations manager I found Harold to be a great teacher/educator. He kept the team engaged, moved through material quickly and offered ample time for questions and hands on training and explanations
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review userRobert L.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
Instructor was very helpful and knowledgeable walked us through everything Instructor was very helpful and knowledgeable walked us through everything
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review userAvinash J.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
The instructor was very good The instructor was very good
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review userJack G.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
i learned a lot. the class was very informative and engaging . i learned a lot. the class was very informative and engaging .
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review userAlicia D.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
Great class! Fun and interactive! Great class! Fun and interactive!
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review userCynthia C.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 25, 2025
Harold had mastery of the material, making the class move along at a pace. His real-life experience punctuated the importance... Harold had mastery of the material, making the class move along at a pace. His real-life experience punctuated the importance of what we were learning.
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review userPaul P.
4 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 9, 2025
Perhaps it is because I am the only one in the room that had taken the class before, but it seemed very elementary. I am... Perhaps it is because I am the only one in the room that had taken the class before, but it seemed very elementary. I am sure it is made to be the way for beginners, but perhaps a little more hands on demonstration and a little less lecture / question would help participants understand more about processes (ie cleanup, removal of PPE, etc).
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review userRyan S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 9, 2025
This class is one of the best and easiest classes I’ve been a part of. The instructor was hands down the best instructor... This class is one of the best and easiest classes I’ve been a part of. The instructor was hands down the best instructor I’ve ever had put on training. He kept it fun and super informative. I’ve sat through OSHA-30, OSHA SILICA, and several lift training/certification classes. Again top notch program and instructor.
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review userMike H.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 9, 2025
Very informative, it was a good use of me time. Very informative, it was a good use of me time.
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review userAdam C.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 9, 2025
Our instructor was so knowledge and helpful. He made the course engaging and interactive. It was well paced and informative.... Our instructor was so knowledge and helpful. He made the course engaging and interactive. It was well paced and informative. I would recommend to anyone to use this instructor and take this certification.
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review userGarrett B.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 9, 2025
Very informative course delivered in a easy way to comprehend. Very informative course delivered in a easy way to comprehend.
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review userAdam D.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 9, 2025
The instructor was very knowledgeable and thorough. You could tell he enjoyed what he does and took his time teaching us... The instructor was very knowledgeable and thorough. You could tell he enjoyed what he does and took his time teaching us when we had questions. The class went rather quickly due to his professionalism despite being an all day coarse.
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review userKurt P.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 9, 2025
Good instructor, upbeat and knowledgeable. Good instructor, upbeat and knowledgeable.
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review userRhonda C.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 9, 2025
I think our instructor was helpful and informative. He kept the class involved, and I appreciated his real-world experiences,... I think our instructor was helpful and informative. He kept the class involved, and I appreciated his real-world experiences, which he shared.
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review userKas C.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 9, 2025
I did not expect to enjoy the class at all. It was very informative and the trainer giving real world experience helped... I did not expect to enjoy the class at all. It was very informative and the trainer giving real world experience helped me connect.
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review userTyquon T.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on December 17, 2024
The instructor was great and funny The instructor was great and funny
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review userTrevonte' R.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on December 17, 2024
Everything was great Everything was great
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review userVictor M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 17, 2024
Very good Very good
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review userAaron S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 17, 2024
I attended the lead class, and I must say it exceeded my expectations in every way. The instructor was highly knowledgeable... I attended the lead class, and I must say it exceeded my expectations in every way. The instructor was highly knowledgeable and did a fantastic job of breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand steps. his passion for the subject and their real-world experience made the sessions engaging and insightful.
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review userTim J.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 17, 2024
Mauro was excellent. He was concise yet informative, serious but with a touch of humor to keep the interest level high,and... Mauro was excellent. He was concise yet informative, serious but with a touch of humor to keep the interest level high,and quick to delve deeper into a subject if we had questions. Overall a 10
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review userOrlando C.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 17, 2024
Knowledgeable Trainer Knowledgeable Trainer
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review userMartin G.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 15, 2024
I really think the class was really important and the information was really useful I really think the class was really important and the information was really useful
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review userMike M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 15, 2024
I thought he was a very good instructor it kept interest not boring I thought he was a very good instructor it kept interest not boring
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review userGary S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 15, 2024
Hit all relevant points and demonstrated procedures clearly Hit all relevant points and demonstrated procedures clearly
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review userFred F.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 15, 2024
I really appreciate the training class. Thank you! I look forward to more training sessions. I really appreciate the training class. Thank you! I look forward to more training sessions.
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review userJoe S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 15, 2024
Very knowledgeable very responsible carries a lot of experience very thankful Very knowledgeable very responsible carries a lot of experience very thankful
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review userJavier V.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 15, 2024
I really appreciate that someone such as yourself has come to teach us about Lead Renovation. I learned that a little water... I really appreciate that someone such as yourself has come to teach us about Lead Renovation. I learned that a little water can go a long ways.And that a two wet and one dry wipe is doing your part. I look forward to more courses. Again thank you knowledge is appreciated
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review userAlberto M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 15, 2024
Very informative training. This training offered great safety procedures to ensure that work areas are free of lead dust.... Very informative training. This training offered great safety procedures to ensure that work areas are free of lead dust. I would highly recommend to anyone performing renovations or simple home repairs.
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review userJerry J.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 15, 2024
Good experience Good experience
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review userAlma S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on October 23, 2024
The class was explain clearly and provide all the safety información , and teacher was very nice The class was explain clearly and provide all the safety información , and teacher was very nice
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review userJulio C S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on October 23, 2024
All topics in the class was very interesting and the teacher was very explicit about the topic h recommended All topics in the class was very interesting and the teacher was very explicit about the topic h recommended
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