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CREDENTIALING

Certification Exams

The International Code Council offers several certification opportunities to support career development.

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The Code Council maintains one of the most historic and prestigious credentialing programs for construction codes and standards. We are committed to upholding the highest standard through continuous review and partnership with experienced professionals.

Building departments, state and provincial agencies, and third-party entities worldwide recognize Code Council certification as the most significant codes and standards credentials that building professionals can attain.

Code Council certification examinations are maintained to the highest standards and include continuous review by committees of experienced professionals.

Becoming Code Council-certified is a significant personal and professional accomplishment and a key step toward enhanced professional stature. Code Council certificate holders demonstrate a commitment to protecting public health, safety, and welfare.

While many building departments and state agencies recognize Code Council certification, we recommend contacting the applicable agency regarding specific licensing and employment requirements.

How to start your credentialing journey

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Select

Take a look at the National Certification Listings

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Study

Visit our Before the Exam page to help you prepare for your exam!

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Take the Exam

What to expect on exam day.

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After the Exam

What to expect after the exam.

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Maintain/Renew

To renew your certifications, you must first earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) by participating in continuing education and professional development activities.

Other Credentialing Categories

UST/AST

Code Council UST/AST examinations can be used to complement state licensing programs. In some states, individuals are required to pass state-specific examinations.

Contractor/Trades

The International Code Council’s Contractor/Trades examination program is an independent testing program designed to provide licensing agencies with information regarding qualified contractors and trades professionals.

Questions? Contact Us

ICC Credentialing
Email: customersuccess@iccsafe.org
Phone: 1-888-ICC-SAFE (422-7233) ext. 5524

Certification Policies

ICC understands the importance of impartiality in carrying out our certification activities, managing conflict of interest, and ensuring the objectivity of our certification activities.

To learn more about our certification and education policies, please read the following:
Council Policy 45, CC Rules of Procedure, Records Release, and ICC Credentialing Compliance Principles.