Credentialing and
Certification Programs
CEFP Certification
Beyond the EFP Credential level, the Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) designation denotes the highest level of educational facilities mastery, elevating the credibility of the individual who holds the certification and the institution their certified professional represents.
The CEFP is the advanced standard for the experienced educational facilities professional recognizing mid to senior level professionals. This designation represents superior proficiency in the core competencies and professional strength in educational facilities management.
The exam for the CEFP Certification is experience based and will cover APPAs four core competency areas for facilities professionals:
- General Administration and Management
- Operations and Maintenance
- Energy and Utilities
- Planning, Design and Construction
In this section you'll find out the value of earning this credential, how to determine if you are eligible, how to take part in the credentialing program, and how to apply.




