What is a CIE?
A Council-certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) has earned the most respected certification in the field of indoor environmental investigation.
A CIE is certified as knowledgeable and experienced in one or more disciplines related to indoor air quality, including HVAC, building science, microbial issues, lead/asbestos and industrial hygiene/toxicology.
To earn and maintain the CIE, every candidate must:
Demonstrate at least two (2) years of verifiable field experience in IAQ investigation
Pass a rigorous, psychometrically rated examination based on broad industry knowledge rather than a course curriculum
Earn the unanimous approval of the CIE certification board
Re-certify every two years
Participate in 20 hours of professional development activities each year
Maintain the highest ethical standards
The CIE certification is accredited by the Council for Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB), a nationally recognized independent accreditation body. ACAC certifications are the ONLY designations in indoor air quality to earn CESB accreditation.
