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CEDIA Professional Certification
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who benefits from CEDIA Certification?
A. CEDIA’s intent with certification is to advance the custom electronics industry through the development and maintenance of a valid, credible, and reliable certification system based upon a sound structure and quality standards.
Residential Electronic Systems Contractors:
CEDIA Certified Professionals stand out from the crowd. Recognized for their achievements, they will enjoy the respect and trust of their clients, their employers, and their industry colleagues. Professional Certification also creates a growth path for career minded individuals who expect to reap the rewards from their efforts and expertise.
CEDIA Professional Certification establishes clear standards by which to measure existing staff and new hires. Employing CEDIA Certified Professionals helps companies achieve a competitive advantage through higher quality, productivity, and professionalism.
Manufacturers:
CEDIA education and certification encourages proper installation and service of equipment by highly skilled and trained technicians. Manufacturers reap the benefit of reduced demand on their technical support department, professional, and courteous service to consumers and equipment correctly installed for maximum performance.
Consumers:
By selecting a custom installation company staffed by CEDIA Certified Professionals, consumers can trust that the installers working in their homes are trained, highly knowledgeable, and skilled professionals, which results in professional and courteous service, and that equipment is correctly installed for maximum performance.
Q. Are there requirements to take the certification exams?
A. Candidates must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Although eligibility is not limited to designers and installers working for CEDIA members, CEDIA members’ employees pay a lower price than nonmembers.
CEDIA recommends prior experience before sitting for the certification exam. Before sitting for the Installer Level I exam, one should possess at least one year of experience as an installer and have basic knowledge regarding installation. A candidate sitting for the Installer Level II exam should have previously passed Installer Level I, and possess the basic knowledge regarding installation and responsibility of managing others. A candidate sitting for the Designer exam should possess knowledge regarding design with at least 5 years experience and responsibility of managing others.
Q. What resources will help me prepare for the certification exams
A. Each certification exam has a list of recommended reading material. The suggested reading list is neither all-inclusive, nor does it cover all examination items. CEDIA recommends that candidates become familiar with a wide range of literature and codes pertaining to custom electronic issues. You may find the recommended reading lists for each certification at:
Q. What is the cost to take the examination?
A. The exam fees are $250 for employees of CEDIA Members and $350 for Non Members. For online exams there is a site administration fee of $25 for members and $75 for non members.
Q: What is the content of the exam?
A. The examinations cover the technical body of knowledge expected for an installer/designer. The Installer Level I exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions, and candidates will have three hours to complete the exam. The Installer Level II exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions, and candidates will have three hours to complete the exam. The Designer Level I exam consists of 200 multiple-choice questions, and candidates will have four hours to complete the exam. You may find the major content areas for each certification at:
Q: How do I register for exams?
A. For information on registration please visit the Certification website, email certification@cedia.org, or call 800-669-5329
Q. How do I maintain my CEDIA Certification via CEUs?
A. Prior to the conclusion of the 36-month cycle, CEDIA Certified Professionals must provide documentation of obtaining 30 CEUs through continuing education. Of those 30 required CEUs, no more than 15 units may be obtained via manufacturer education. Additional information on the CEU program is available here.
Q: How were the exams created?
A. The certification exams are developed by CEDIA, in conjunction with nationally recognized subject matter experts, and under the guidance of psychometricians (professional test development specialists) to ensure that both the content and format are accurate and valid. Below are the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the various exams:
Installer I SMEs
Fred Ampel, Technology Visions SA
Eric Grundelman, Eric Grundelman Inc.
Michael Hamm, Michael Hamm & Assoc.
Michael Heiss, M. Heiss Consulting
Jeff Kussard, Russound
David Nowak, Control4
Randy Riebe, AMX
Steve Somers, Extron Electronics
Al Tucker, Better Sounds Concepts
Ted Uzzle, NSCA
Frank White, StayTuned
Installer II SMEs
Bill Devine, Audioplex Technology
Eric Grundelman, Eric Grundelman Inc.
Michael Heiss, M. Heiss Consulting
Chris Monck, AMX
David Nowak, Control4
Steve Somers, Extron Electronics
Tony Tangalos, Electronic Design Group
Ted Uzzle, NSCA
Frank White, StayTuned
Designer I SMEs
Cliff Baker, Custom Electronics, Inc.
Brian Barr, California Audio Technology
Michael Cogbill, e-nalasys
Paul Eisenhauer, Audio Visions
Ken Erdmann, Erdmann Electronics
Jon Gould, Gould Sound and Light
Rich Green, Rich Green, Ink.
Eric Lee, Integrated Control Experts
David Nowak, Control4
Steve Somers, Extron Electronics
Ted Uzzle, Columbia College
Frank White, StayTuned
Q: Where can questions on the CEDIA Professional Certification Program be directed?
A. For information, email certification@cedia.org or call 1-800-669-5329
