For over thirty years, certifications offered by the Association for Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) have been a mark of distinction, and more and more employers demand these certifications as an employment requirement. CCP is the most widely recognized certificate offered by AACE and covers the majority of topics related to project controls. It demonstrates you have met the highest professional standard available in the industry.
Course Objectives:
The focus of this workshop is to prepare attendees for the CCP exam by reviewing subjects covered on the exam and working through various sample questions. In addition, participants will learn about the process of writing a technical paper, which is a prerequisite to sit the exam: selecting a topic, structuring a paper, and referencing sources. Individuals who want to obtain a general knowledge about project controls can also benefit from the workshop.
CCP Exam
Eligibility Requirements
- 8 years industry related experience
or - 4 years industry related experience + 4-year industry related college degree
- 2,500 minimum word technical paper
- Adherence to AACE's Canons of Ethics
Exam Structure
- 5 hours maximum
- 120 simple multiple choice and compound, scenario questions
- Domains: Basic Skills & Knowledge (38), Economic Analysis (28), Project Management (27), and Cost Estimating & Control (27)
- Closed Book – onscreen formula sheet(s) will be available for use
- Any style, battery operated calculator permitted (not provided by the testing center)
Earning the Certification
- An overall average score of 70% or higher is needed to pass the exam
- The final exam result is arrived by averaging the score of all four domains:
Ex: Domain 1: 69% (fail domain) + Domain 2: 70% (pass domain) + Domain 3: 65% (fail domain) + and Domain 4: 76% (pass domain) / 4 domains = average score of 70% (pass the exam) - CCP candidates must also separately receive a 70% or higher on the CCP technical paper
Recertification & Maintenance
CCP certification is valid for 3 years and must be recertified through the accumulation of 12 CEUs in at least two categories or reexamination.
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