Tidewater Tech
Building and Construction Trades
Diploma
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Little Creek Campus
Norfolk, VA
Next start
Dec 7, 2026
Duration
33 Weeks
App fee
$25
Tuition
$19,008 for the Program
Certified Energy Manager — CEM
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CEM, which stands for Certified Energy Manager®, recognizes individuals who have demonstrated high levels of experience, competence, proficiency, and ethical fitness in the energy management profession. Each CEM candidate must meet one of the following criteria. A four-year engineering degree and/or P.E., with at least three years experience in energy engineering or energy management.
A four-year business or related degree, with at least five years experience in energy engineering or energy management.
A two-year technical degree, with eight years experience in energy engineering or energy management.
Ten years or more verified experience in energy engineering or energy management.
A four-year business or related degree, with at least five years experience in energy engineering or energy management.
A two-year technical degree, with eight years experience in energy engineering or energy management.
Ten years or more verified experience in energy engineering or energy management.
Certifying Organization
Association of Energy Engineers
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If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes
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Suggested because Certified Energy Manager applies to Energy Auditors. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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