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Certified Plant Supervisor — CPS

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Description

The Certified Plant Supervisor (CPS) program enables plant supervisors to be confident that they have the knowledge to execute and manage any situation that comes their way. Along with the technical skills necessary to perform their jobs, the CPS focuses on leadership development, time management, and effective communication skills to produce prepared and skilled front line management.

Certifying Organization

Association for Facilities Engineering

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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? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

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Suggested because Certified Plant Supervisor applies to First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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Certified Plant Engineer (CPE)
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