What is a CIE?
A Council-certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) has earned the most respected certification in the field of indoor environmental investigation.
A CIE is certified as knowledgeable and experienced in one or more disciplines related to indoor air quality, including HVAC, building science, microbial issues, lead/asbestos and industrial hygiene/toxicology.
To earn and maintain the CIE, every candidate must:
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Demonstrate at least two (2) years of verifiable field experience in IAQ investigation
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Pass a rigorous, psychometrically rated examination based on broad industry knowledge rather than a course curriculum
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Earn the unanimous approval of the CIE certification board
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Re-certify every two years
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Participate in 20 hours of professional development activities each year
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Maintain the highest ethical standards
The CIE certification is accredited by the Council for Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB), a nationally recognized independent accreditation body. IAQ Council certifications are the ONLY designations in indoor air quality to earn CESB accreditation.
