IEPA Certification

AEE programs are designed for persons already working in the industry, and the training programs are meant to prepare for the examination sitting.

AEE International Professional Directory

Once Certification is obtained, or In-Training status, the candidate’s name is listed on the International Energy Professionals Directory on the AEE website. Should Certification not be renewed by April after expiry, the candidate’s name will be dropped from the website until the renewal is completed.

Why certify

By validating your knowledge and experience, you decide to trust AEE alongside 32,000+ other certified professionals. But did you know…

Your certification is recognized globally
AEE certifications are recognized by cities, states, governments, and organizations worldwide

Your certification opens doors
In a recent AEE member survey, over 86% said AEE certification had advanced their career and provided increased opportunity

Your certification benefits your employer
In a recent AEE member survey, 85% said their company directly benefited since they received their AEE certification

The renewal requirement adds credibility
You need to renew your certification every three years increasing credibility of the program due to staying abreast of the latest in the industry by earning credits for all you do that is related to your certification

Certification Renewal Application

For certification renewal application, please click here.

Certification Application

To apply for Certification, please click here.

Certification vs Membership

There is often confusion with regard to AEE Certification and the AEE Membership as well as Chapter Members.

AEE Membership
AEE Membership is taken out directly with AEE through their online platform. This membership is renewable annually in order to maintain membership status. AEE members receive great discounts on their conferences and reference books, and have regular educational webinars and online training available to earn AEE renewal credits. Any person or company can become an AEE member – there is no prerequisite.

AEE grants free membership for one year when a candidate passes an AEE exam for the first time. Thereafter, AEE membership is renewable.

AEE Certification
AEE Certification is only awarded to candidates that successfully complete their AEE training program, pass the exam for the program, and is approved for Certification by the International Certification Board. This Certification must be renewed every three years through IEPA, or directly with the AEE if preferred. Should Certification renewal be done directly with AEE, a shipping and handling fee will be payable to IEPA directly.

AEE Chapter Membership
Chapter Membership is available directly from the Chapters, and their renewal terms, and membership availability, is as per the chapter’s membership criteria. IEPA is not able to assist with Chapter membership. Contact your closest or preferred chapter directly.

AEE Chapters

Contact your closest chapter for membership

Certification Renewal Activities

AEE Certified Professionals are required to demonstrate the development of Continuing Professional Competency (CPC) as a condition for certification renewal. The CPC requirements will be satisfied when course providers conduct courses that will enhance and improve professional skills in the area certified.

Each certified professional is required to obtain Continuing Education Units (CEU) or Professional Development Hours (PDH) for each renewal period of 3 years. A total of 10 renewal credits are required.

IEPA reviews training courses, seminars, workshops and conferences for applicable CEUs. All SAEEC conferences, workshops, and seminars qualify for CEUs. Enquire from IEPA should you be unsure, or should you become aware of an opportunity to obtain CEUs at an event.

Providers of suitable renewal activities

 

The course, workshop, conference or seminar provider shall be a recognized organization or continuing education department of an organization which meets the following:

 

  • Provider must maintain an attendance register, list of instructors, and program of the course duration and topics covered
  • Each attendee shall be provided with a Certificate of Participation indicating Learning Event attended, date, location and any CPD credits awarded by ECSA or similar body

Renewal activities coming up

 

  • Conference: Cape Town, South Africa – African Energy Indaba 
  • SAEEC Workshop: Johannesburg, South Africa -Carbon Tax
  • SAEEC Workshop: Pretoria and Cape Town, Johannesburg – RETScreen Introduction
  • AEPEA Conference: Nairobi, Kenya – E-mobility

AEE International Professional Directory

Once Certification is obtained, or In-Training status, the candidate’s name is listed on the International Energy Professionals Directory on the AEE website. Should Certification not be renewed by April after expiry, the candidate’s name will be dropped from the website until the renewal is completed.