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Steps to Get Certified
Wondering how to get CWEA certification? Interested in the different CWEA certifications you can earn? Start here |
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Program Policies
Check the policies for information about rescheduling or canceling tests, test site restrictions, renewal information, and other important policies. |
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Code of Ethics
A signed certification Code of Ethics is required to become certified. Those renewing January and July 2006 do not need to sign the Code to renew. |
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Plant Maintenance Grade IV Split into Electrical/Instrumentation Grade IV and Mechanical Technologist Grade IV
Beginning January 2007 the single management level Plant Maintenance Grade IV will be replaced by two separate specialty certifications: Mechanical Technologist Grade IV and Electrical/Instrumentation Grade IV. |
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Handbooks
Candidate Handbooks summarize qualifying criteria, test content areas, study references, and much more. All certificate applicants should be familiar with the candidate handbook for their vocation. |
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Applying for Certification
Tests are administered within quarterly windows throughout the year. The deadline to apply is one month before each testing window.
| Test Window |
Application Deadlines |
Test Dates |
| Winter |
February 28 |
April 1 - June 30 |
| Spring |
May 31 |
July 1- September 30 |
| Summer |
August 31 |
October 1- December 31 |
| Fall |
November 30 |
January 1- March 31 |
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Preparing for the Test
CWEA offers a number of opportunities for you to prepare for your certification test including in-person study sessions, study guides, specialty conferences, and free Candidate Handbooks. Find out more about preparing for your test. |
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Test Sites
There are a number of test sites throughout California, Hawaii, Michigan and Missouri.. View list of testing sites. |
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How Pass Points Are Determined |
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