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The Educational Facilities Professional Credential (EFP) and the Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) Program establishes a standard for professional practice in the field of education facilities management.

Through this process, individuals may be identified and recognized for their professional competence in facilities management, especially in those areas unique to the academic environment.

Both credentialing and certification will help assure educational institutions of the caliber of their facilities professionals, whose role, as stewards of campus physical assets, are so critical to the long-term success of the academy. Further this program serves as an impetus for professional’s development among facilities professionals and will enhance professional standing within the profession.

 

Key Dates for Participation Include:

EFP Exam Dates
May 1, 2009 - Fort Lauderdale, FL May 2, 2009 - Fort Lauderdale, FL
July 11, 2009 - Vancouver, Canada
July 12, 2009 - Vancouver, Canada
September 2009 - Hilton Head, SC
September 2009 - Hilton Head, SC

EFP Preparatory Course
May 1, 2009 - Fort Lauderdale, FL July 11, 2009 - Vancouver, Canada
September 2009 - Hilton Head, SC

CEFP Exam Dates
May 1, 2009 - Fort Lauderdale, FL
July 11, 2009 - Vancouver, Canada
September 2009 - Hilton Head, SC

 

Visit EFP Program to get more details on eligibility and testing for the EFP Credential.

Visit CEFP Program to get updated information about the program and follow up on the progress as we get closer to when it will be introduced.

Facilities Manager Magazine
Volume 25, Number 4
July/August 2009

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Study Shows School Cleanliness Affects Learning

Entitled Cleanliness and Learning in Higher Education, the national study of college students was based around the five levels of clean identified in APPA’s Custodial Staffing Guidelines for Educational Facilities. More information.

The final report is available free to APPA members and for $30 for nonmembers through the APPA bookstore

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Thought Leaders Series 2008

NEW and Available FREE PDF:  The Challenges of Demographic Changes and Accountability to Campus Facilities

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Results of the 2008 symposium in a white paper that focuses on changing demographics and accountability.  Order soft cover version today (free for members; non-member price is $15).

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Focusing on the Critical Few
July 8-10, 2009 in Vancouver, Canada

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Focusing On The Critical Few: APPA 2009 Conference & Exposition!

The Stimulus Bill & the Education Industry

APPA's Campus Facilities Economic Stimulus Resource Center

Links to information, instruction and guidance on the economic stimulus opportunities available to colleges, universities, K-12 and other educational institutions.

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Facilities Strategy Teams Now Forming

Team Members Wanted: Electrical Equipment, Supplies and Services; MRO Equipment, Supplies and Services; Building Automation and Fire Alarms Equipment, Supplies and Services; Security Equipment, Supplies and Services

Read more about how you may join the team and contribute to effective facilities contracts management.

APPA Announces Results of Its 2009-10 Officer Elections


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Facility Management Shared Services:
The Balance Between In-House Services and Outsourcing
By Jeffery L. Campbell, Ph.D., Brigham Young University
 

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