NAHB Certified Green Professional

The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Certified Green Professional™ and Master Certified Green Professional (Master CGP) designations recognizes builders, remodelers and other industry professionals who incorporate green building principles into homes.

The basic designation requires 24 hours of NAHB-approved training, and additional continuing education every three years. The Master CGP designation comprises a more in-depth study of green building science and mechanics. The Master CGP requirements include five years of green building experience and have built or remodeled and certified at least three dwellings in a three-year period to a recognized local, state or national certified green residential program; and completion of the four required courses.

Upon successful completion of course work, submission of a graduation application and signed Code of Ethics is required to graduate.

Learn more: NAHB Certified Green Professional website

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Conformity with NAHB Certified Green Professional's standard is verified by our own organization (second party).

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National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

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Industry association

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NAHB Green

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