A distinguished task force of industry experts assembled by AACE® International created the PSP™ program. In 2007, it earned accreditation by the Council of Engineering & Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB) and the International Cost Engineering Council (ICEC).
The intent is to recognize specialists who meet a demanding set of planning and scheduling criteria by a rigorous examination, experience, education and ethical qualifications. The PSP™ requirements have been established to reflect the sophistication of individuals in today’s planning and scheduling industry and to fairly measure their knowledge, experience and best MANAGEMENT practices.
PSP™ certification will distinguish you as a Planning and Scheduling Professional who has the knowledge and skills that impact the bottom line. With AACE Certification, you can be sure that you have met a high quality standard.
8 years industry related experience or
4 years industry related experience + 4-year industry related college degree
This course is intended for professionals in all business enterprises including but not limited to Project Managers, Finance Managers, Human Resource Personals, Accountant, Engineers, Planners, Cost Engineers, Cost Controlling Engineers and Quantity Surveyors.
This course is tailored to provide the extensive guideline for those intended to sit for the Planning and Schedule Professional PSP® certification examination.
Candidates for the Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) designation must meet these minimum requirements:
At least 8 full years of professional experience, of which up to 4 years may be substituted by a college/university degree. Related degrees include: Engineering, Building construction, construction technology, business, economics, accounting, construction management, architecture, computer science, mathematics, etc.
AACE Members US$500.00
Non-Members US$625.00
Submit the application, work/education verification, and fees by the deadline date posted on AACE’s website.
Application submitted
Payment made
Eligibility documentation submitted tocertificationsubmittals@aacei.org.
Clearance from AACE Headquarters
Applications are reviewed and verified. Please submit a copy of college degree(s) with your application, plus any letters that could expedite the verification process.
Clearance letter and access voucher code received
Kryterion test taker profile created – Select Test center
Examination scheduled
To become PSP certified, a 70% passing grade must be achieved on the 5-hour exam as determined by the Certification Board. Additionally, you must pass Part IV of the exam.
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