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Certified GeoExchange Designer — CGD

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Description

AEE's new Certified GeoExchange Designer (CGD) program is designed to recognize professionals who have demonstrated high levels of experience, competence, proficiency, and ethical fitness in applying the principles and practices of geothermal heat pump design and related disciplines, as well as to raise the professional standards within the field, and to encourage those involved in the design process through a continuing education program of professional development.

Certifying Organization

Association of Energy Engineers

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Unknown
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? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes

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Suggested because Certified GeoExchange Designer applies to Geothermal Technicians. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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