Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional (CLEP) Training Program | April 2027
Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 04/06/2027 at 9:00 AM (EDT)
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- Early bird pricing available!
- Non-member - $1,500
- Member - $1,400
- Regular Price after 03/26/2027 12:00 AM
- Non-member - $1,600
- Member - $1,500
Overview
April 6-7, 2027
Registration Pricing
Register early to receive the standard training rate. Late registration pricing applies during the final registration period.
Registration closes 2 business days prior to training start or if course reaches capacity.
Course Description
The Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional (CLEP) Training Program is designed to provide attendees with an understanding of industry best practices for evaluating lighting retrofit projects and upgrading to the most current lighting technologies. Over two days, our professional instructor will guide you through advanced lighting applications, systems, and technology innovations and show you the principles and practices of greatest relevance and practical value.
Program at a Glance
| Format: Virtual | Duration: 2 Days |
| Credits: 2.3 CEU | Starting Price: $1,400 (AEE Member) |
Who Should Attend
The program is of greatest value to those undertaking or assessing lighting energy projects or lighting retrofit projects. Obtaining AEE’s CLEP certification provides international credibility among energy management communities. Attendees of this program have included existing energy professionals, energy auditors, energy engineers, energy managers, maintenance managers, manufacturing and facilities managers, and energy consultants.
Schedule
Daily Breaks (Days 1–2): AM Break (15 min) • Lunch Break (1 hr) • PM Break (15 min)
Please see the "My Learning Schedule" tab for schedule information.
Remote exams are scheduled on an individual basis. See the Certification Registration tab for additional instructions.
Pursuing the CLEP Certification?
This training program prepares attendees to take the Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional (CLEP) exam. Registering for training does not register you for the certification exam — see the Certification Registration tab for full details and requirements.
What You Will Learn
Bob Henderson
Instructor
Worked in lighting as a consultant, lighting center principal instructor, lighting sales agent, utility lighting specialist and director of lighting and controls training and is an emeritus member of the IES. Bob received the Distinguished Service Award from the IES in 2023.
Served three terms as section president of the IES Raleigh Section. Bob is past chair of the IESNA Utility Committee.
Presented over 100 different lighting seminars on indoor and outdoor lighting and controls during his career including the popular Energy Efficiency for Cost Effective Lighting sponsored by the North Carolina State University Industrial Extension Service and Basic Lighting Design for interior designers and architects and Energy Efficient Lighting – Basic and Advanced levels.
Worked with cities and counties across North and South Carolina to develop over 25 Municipal and County Outdoor Lighting Ordinances.
Holds the LC (Lighting Certified) and CLEP (Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional) lighting credentials. Bob has served on the NCQLP Test committee for 10 years including chair for 2 years and later as their senior advisor.
Bob served 4 years as the lead instructor for preparation courses for the LC (Lighting Certified) by the NCQLP and sponsored by RAB Lighting and the US lead instructor for the CLEP (Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional) sponsored by the Association of Energy Engineers.
Bob left Progress Energy in 2012 as Technical Lighting Consultant and joined Cree as Manager, Lighting Education. In 2016, he moved to RAB Lighting as Director of Training and in 2022, Bob opened RLH Lighting as a lighting consultant and educator.
He enjoys playing golf, piano and the saxophone. Bob also helps people with employment and self-reliance thru his church.
Amanda H. Height
LC, CLEP, CLMC
BSA
Amanda Height is a seasoned lighting and electrical designer with over 15 years of experience in hospital MEP design and construction. Amanda specializes in facility lighting design, electrical distribution, and critical infrastructure for challenging environments.
Amanda holds several certifications, including LC (Lighting Certified), CLEP (Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional), and CLMC (Certified Lighting Management Consultant). These credentials reflect a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in creating energy-efficient, high-performing lighting systems to support clinical operations and patient well-being while reducing operational energy use.
Amanda focuses on human-centric lighting design, with an emphasis on improving patient recovery, supporting staff performance, and enhancing occupant wellness while meeting the rigorous demands of hospital environments.
Amanda is an active member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), serving as a trainer and CLEP test committee member. Amanda recently passed the Electrical and Computer Fundamentals of Engineering
(FE) exam and is currently preparing to sit for the Electrical Power Professional Engineer (PE) exam.
Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with family, gardening, watching sci-fi movies, and taking road trips to the North Carolina mountains.
Certification Registration
Certification Program
This training program prepares attendees to take the Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional (CLEP) exam. Please review the requirements for certification on the Becoming a CLEP page. A separate certification and application fee applies.
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 and pay a separate fee.
Submit Your Certification Application Early
Attendees are encouraged to complete a certification application 4 weeks prior to taking the exam.
After You Apply
After you submit the certification application, you will receive an email confirmation letter from AEE within 4 weeks.
Any additional questions about the CLEP exam, certification eligibility, scheduling, or the application process can be directed to our CLEP Certification Director, Francine Seskin, at [email protected].
Certification Resources
Need Help With Certification?
Contact Francine Seskin at [email protected].
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The following books are suggested reference books and printed copies are available through the AEE Bookstore. AEE members receive a 15% discount on printed books.
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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
Transfer, substitution, and cancellation requests must be submitted to [email protected].
Transfer Policy
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 for 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 after the course start date must submit supporting documentation of extenuating circumstances preventing attendance – including first day no show. All documentation will be evaluated and the decision will be communicated in writing.
- Registrants who fail to provide supporting documentation of extenuating circumstances preventing attendance are ineligible for a refund or transfer.
- Registrants who request a refund or transfer before the course start date must submit an email request to [email protected] 14 days before the course’s start date.
- There is a $200 transfer fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
