About Certification

About the AIC Constructor Certification Commission

The American Institute of Constructors' Constructor Certification Commission provides testing and certification for individuals in the construction industry.  Constructor Certification aims to up the level of professionalism and ethics within the construction industry.  With two levels of certification anyone in the industry can certify their abilities, whether a Construction Management university student or a industry veteran looking to add a new professional designation after their name. 

The Commission operates semi-autonomously so that it can make impartial decisions about certifications, exams and standards even when the AIC takes a specific stance on an issue.  The AIC Constructor Certification Commission (more commonly referred to as the Commission) is a separate board that works independently of the AIC's normal committee and leadership structure.

About Certification

The Certified Professional Constructor process gives your formal recognition of the education and experience that defines you as a Professional. The Commission knows you are committed to serving the construction industry in a professional and ethical manner, and can help you develop and prove your skills to meet increasing challenges in the industry.  Constructor Certification exams are given nationwide twice per year, every April and November.

The Professional Constructor is an individual who commits to serve the construction industry in a professional and ethical manner and engages in the continued development of his/her skills and education to meet increasing industry challenges and changes.

Certified Constructors will be permitted to use the AC or CPC acronym after their names. Use of the AC or CPC designation requires that the designee comply with all certification requirements established and set forth by the Commission. 

Certifications Available

Associate Constructor (Level 1) The AC (Associate Constructor) certification is intended for constructors entering the construction field and exam questions will be primarily based upon education knowledge. The AC certification is a way to prove your commitment to the profession, and to get an early edge in your career as a constructor. Click here to find out if you qualify for the Associate Constructor Exam.


Certified Professional Constructor (Level 2) The CPC (Certified Professional Constructor)
certification is intended for the Professional Constructor who has been in the field for several years and exam questions will cover both education and experience-based knowledge.  The CPC certification is a way to prove your experience and knowledge against a high national standard and to bring your career to the next level. Click here to find out if you qualify for the Certified Professional Constructor Exam.

Benefits of Certification

The management of construction has changed and expanded dramatically in the Twentieth Century. These changes have resulted in increased responsibilities and obligations for the Professional Constructor.

In an effort to recognize the unique technical and managerial knowledge and skills required today, the American Institute of Constructors (AIC) Certification Commission qualifies individuals through education, experience and examination for the professional designations of Associate Constructor (AC) and Certified Professional Constructor (CPC).

Certification benefits all parties involved in the construction industry, since it raises the standards of professional practice.

Benefits to the Constructor

  • Provides an internationally recognized certification of construction management skills and knowledge.
  • Provides an analysis of individual strengths and weaknesses in the subject areas tested.
  • Enhances the Constructor image as a professional to their employer, their clients, and the public.
  • Provides a marketable credential that sets you apart.

Benefits to the Employer

  • Provides an independent assessment of an employee’s skills and knowledge, based on a comprehensive national standard.
  • Provides a recognized credentialing within your company that improves marketability to clients.
  • Provides assurance that employee will continue to hone their skills, through the required Continuing Professional Development program.

Benefits to Owners:

  • An increased level of assurance that their projects will be managed more effectively.
  • Could use the qualification as a means to pre-qualify contractors
  • Knowledge that their contractor management team will be more professional.

The Professional Constructor

Submitted on 3/15/2012 9:48:27 PM   Last updated on 3/15/2012 9:49:42 PM
The Professional Constructor is an individual who commits to serve the construction industry in a professional and ethical manner and engages in the continued development of his/her skills and education to meet increasing industry challenges and changes.

The profession of Constructor includes job titles such as, but not limited to, Project Manager, General Superintendent, Project Executive, Operations Manager, Construction Manager, Chief Executive Officer, etc. Certified Constructors will be permitted to use the AC or CPC acronym after their names. Use of the AC or CPC designation requires that the designee comply with all certification requirements established and set forth by the Commission.


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