Accelerated Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Online Training Program | December 2027
Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 12/13/2027 at 11:30 AM (EST)
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- Early bird pricing available!
- Non-member - $1,400
- Member - $1,300
- Regular Price after 12/02/2027 12:00 AM
- Non-member - $1,500
- Member - $1,400
Accelerated Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) Online Training Program
December 13 - 17, 2027
Registration Pricing
Register at the standard rate to receive the best price. Late registration pricing applies during the final registration period.
Registration closes 2 business days prior to the training start date, or if the course reaches capacity, whichever occurs first.
Course Description
This online program is a highly condensed version of the standard Certified Energy Manager Program. It is designed for professionals with a P.E. or at least five years of experience in the energy management or energy efficiency fields.
Over five days, the instructor will review many aspects of energy management, including current strategies, principles, and best practices, and available systems and technologies. The fast-paced program focuses on the "where to" and "how to" optimize energy use and costs within non-residential buildings. By understanding the fundamental principles, experienced professionals finish the program with actionable ideas they can immediately apply in their facilities to improve profitability. The instructor reviews energy calculations and core content aligned with the CEM® Body of Knowledge.
Who Should Attend
This fast-paced program assumes attendees have prior experience in the energy management field and have the ability to study and work problems offline. It is of particular value to:
What You Will Learn
Clint Christenson (Moderator)
Instructor
Clint is currently a consultant and instructor providing optimization services for industrial, commercial and institutional customers. He previously served as Senior Buildings Engineer for Pacific Northwest National Laboratories, Senior Energy Engineer with NORESCO, Inc., the Director of Advanced Solutions for Johnson Controls, Inc., and Director of Oklahoma State University's Industrial Assessment Center. Throughout his 25 year career in energy management, Clint has conducted over 150 industrial, commercial, and institutional energy surveys. He is also widely published in the energy field and has made numerous presentations at national and international conferences.
Certification Registration
Training Registration Does Not Register You for the Certification Exam
Registering for the training does not register you for the certification exam. To take the exam, you must register for the exam separately and pay the applicable certification fee.
Submit Your Certification Application Early
Submit your application 3–4 weeks ahead of your first day of training, or as soon as you register.
After You Apply
After you submit the certification application, you will receive an email confirmation letter from AEE within 4 weeks.
Questions can be directed to Kayla Carter, CEM® Certification Coordinator, at [email protected].
Certification Resources
Need Help With Certification?
Contact Kayla Carter, CEM® Certification Coordinator, at [email protected].
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Suggested Reference Books
The following books are suggested reference books and printed copies are available through the AEE Bookstore.
Reference Books Are Optional
Reference books are not required and are intended to help prepare for a training course and exam. AEE members receive a 15% discount on printed books.
Digital Books Through the AEE eLibrary
The eLibrary is available to AEE members for the discounted price of $35 per year.
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Transfer & Cancellation Policy
The following terms and conditions apply to participants who register for training programs with the Association of Energy Engineers, Inc. (AEE). By registering for a course, you agree to these terms and conditions.
Contact the AEE Training Department
All requests for transfers, substitutions, or cancellations must be submitted via email to the Training Department at [email protected].
Transfer Policy
In-Person, Virtual & Online
- Registration fees can be transferred to another public course offering.
- Registration can be substituted with another person who is interested in taking the course; any cost increase differences plus associated transfer fees must be paid by the registrant — AEE will not refund fee transfer cost differentials.
- Transfer options expire one year from the original registration order date.
- Registrants who request a refund or transfer before the course start date must submit an email request to [email protected] at least 14 days before the course's start date.
- Registrants who request a refund or transfer after the course start date must submit supporting documentation of extenuating circumstances preventing attendance, including first-day no-shows. All documentation will be evaluated and the decision communicated in writing. Registrants who fail to provide supporting documentation are ineligible for a refund or transfer.
- There is a $200 transfer fee.
Cancellation Policy
In-Person, Virtual & Online
- Registrants who cancel 21 days or more before the start date are eligible for a refund minus a $200 cancellation fee.
- Registrants who cancel 20 days or less before the start date, or who are no-shows, are ineligible for a refund.
Changes Outside of AEE's Control
If there are changes to a training program that are outside of AEE's control, including but not limited to instructor illness, acts of terrorism, acts of God, war, civil disturbances, declaration of national emergency, accidents or labor disputes, fire, flood, storms, etc., participants will be notified as soon as possible, and AEE's liability will be limited to the reimbursement of the training program registration fee.