Premier Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Training Program | August 2027
Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 08/16/2027 at 9:00 AM (EDT)
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- Early bird pricing available!
- Non-member - $2,345
- Member - $2,100
- Regular Price after 08/05/2027 12:00 AM
- Non-member - $2,445
- Member - $2,200
Premier Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) Training Program
August 16 - 20, 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 before the course start date, or when the course reaches capacity, whichever occurs first.
Course Description
This training program is held over 5 days and includes 33 total hours of instruction with multiple instructors. The Certified Energy Manager Training Program focuses on optimizing energy use and costs within non-residential buildings. It explains how energy is purchased and then used in various energy systems throughout a building, such as HVAC, lighting, motors, and boilers.
This holistic approach helps energy professionals see the big picture and learn how to optimize systems to reduce costs, improve profits, and increase occupant satisfaction. Most course participants leave with actionable ideas they can immediately apply in their facilities to improve profitability. The program is aligned with the CEM® Body of Knowledge.
Who Should Attend
CEM® Program Overview and Agenda
Review the official program overview and agenda for additional information about the training schedule and topics covered.
View Program Overview and AgendaWhat You Will Learn
The CEM® Training Program is designed to give participants a practical, comprehensive understanding of energy management concepts, systems, technologies, and financial considerations.
CEM® Program Overview and Agenda
Review the official program overview and agenda for additional information about the training schedule and topics covered.
View Program Overview and AgendaEric Woodroof
Instructor
Dr. Eric Woodroof has trained thousands of professionals, who are now saving billions in avoided energy expenses and global pollution. He continually learns from working with these professionals, and he brings this collective knowledge back to his clients and students during his seminars and keynotes.
Dr. Woodroof has over 100 publications and also serves as Chairman of the Energy Management Professional Council. He has received Department of Energy Awards and is the youngest member ever inducted into two separate Hall of Fames related to Energy Engineering.
Rich Costello, PE, CEM, CEA
Instructor
Mr. Costello is the President of Acela Energy Group, an energy consulting group specializing in energy procurement, load management, as well as, energy conservation training, auditing, and on-site wind & solar generation projects. Rich has extensive experience in the fields of load management, utility services, energy conservation, as well as power, natural gas, and tariff related negotiations and agreements.
Mr. Costello is also President of Acela Thermal Energy (ATE), a Refrigeration and HVAC energy service division of Acela Energy Group specializing in mechanical & thermal energy conservation measures as well as implementation of Ecopilot AI on building HVAC Control Systems. ATE provides energy services to Commercial, Governmental, Retail, Institutional, and Industrial Customers, as well as ESCO’s and Utilities across the country.
Rich is a registered professional engineer and was previously the Power Supply Manager for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, as well as a Senior Engineer in the Load Management Department of Boston Edison (Eversource). He holds a M.S. in Engineering Management from Western New England College and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University. Mr. Costello also conducts the following Energy Certification Courses nationwide for the Association of Energy Engineers: CEM, CEA, BEP, & CEP. Rich was the International President of the Association for the Year 2000 and received the 2003 Energy Professional of the Year Award from the organization. In 2006, Richard was inducted into the Energy Managers Hall of Fame.
Certification Registration
Certification Program
This training program prepares attendees to take the Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) exam.
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
Attendees are encouraged to complete a certification application 4 weeks prior to taking the exam. Participants should review the requirements for certification on the Becoming a CEM page before applying.
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 CEM® exam, certification eligibility, scheduling, or the application process 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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Reference books are not required. They are intended to help participants prepare for the training course and certification exam.
Printed copies are available through the AEE Bookstore, and AEE members receive a 15% discount on printed books.
Digital Books Through the AEE eLibrary
Digital copies of these books are available through the AEE eLibrary, which provides searchable content and allows users to highlight text and take notes. AEE members can access the eLibrary at a discounted rate of $35 per year.
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Transfer & Cancellation Policy
Contact the AEE Training Department
All requests for transfers, substitutions, or cancellations must be submitted by email 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 by the registrant. AEE will not refund fee transfer cost differentials.
- Transfer options expire one year from the original registration order date.
- A $200 transfer fee applies.
- Requests before the course start date must be submitted by email at least 14 days before the course's start date.
- Requests after the course start date must include supporting documentation of extenuating circumstances preventing attendance, including first-day no-shows. All documentation will be evaluated and the decision will be communicated in writing. Registrants who fail to provide supporting documentation are ineligible for a refund or transfer.
- On-Demand courses are not eligible for transfer.
Cancellation Policy
Virtual / Online
- 21 days or more before the course start date: eligible for a refund minus a $200 cancellation fee.
- 20 days or less before the course start date, or no-shows: ineligible for a refund.
- On-Demand courses are ineligible for refund or cancellation.
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.
