The HBDP certification, an ANSI-Accredited Personnel Certification Program under ISO/IEC 17024 (#1139), validates competency to design and integrate sustainable HVAC&R systems into high performing buildings.
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Beginning August 15, 2020, the HBDP program will validate competency against updated certification exam requirements.
To review the updated Detailed Content Outline, please see Appendix B.
Review key policies related to Request for Special Accommodations, Impartiality, Certification Complaint Process, Appeal of Certification Denial, and Guidelines for Suspending, Withdrawing or Reducing the Scope of Certification.
These Certification FAQs can help. Please call 678-539-1105 or email with any additional questions.
APPLY FOR HBDP
ASHRAE Member: $395ASHRAE Developing Economies Member: $235Non-member: $595 Corporate Group: Email Tim Kline or call 678-539-1181 for a quote.
Exciting news! ASHRAE is transitioning to a new exam delivery partner with over 1,000 test center locations worldwide, which will meet growing demand for ASHRAE certification.
Related Notes: Through Jan. 31, 2023, applicants may use the discount code FEB14TEST to receive a 25% discount on certification application. No exams will be administered Jan. 1 – Feb. 13, 2023. On Feb. 7, 2023 approved candidates will receive an email with instructions on how to schedule their certification exam. Beginning Feb. 14, 2023, testing will be available at over 1,000 test center locations worldwide.
Note: Non-native English speakers may apply to receive an additional 30 minutes of testing time.
Approved Certification Candidates may schedule their exam at a computer-based testing location.
Related Notes: Through Jan. 31, 2023, applicants may use the discount code FEB14TEST to receive a 25% discount on certification application. Approved candidates may test at any of ASHRAE’s new 1,000 test center locations beginning Feb. 14, 2023. No exams will be administered Jan. 1 – Feb. 13, 2023.
These Certification FAQs can help. Please email or call 678-539-1105 with any additional questions.
RECERTIFY HBDP
Recertification every three years helps ensure HBDPs maintain a level of continuing competence through acceptable professional development in subject matter related to their certification.
ASHRAE Member: $195ASHRAE Developing Economies Member: $115Non-member: $295
Note: Acceptable evidence of professional development hours (PDHs) earned is supporting documentation issued by a third-party, which includes the name of the certificant and the date earned. In the case of continuing education, supporting documentation also must include the number of clock hours of participation, and a title indicating the subject matter.
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