What is a CMC?
A Council-certified Microbial Consultant (CMC) investigates microbial issues in the indoor environment. For example, a CMC can perform mold inspection, mold testing and bioaerosol sampling. A CMC can interpret lab results and design an effective remediation protocol. Finally, a CMC can perform post-remediation sampling to verify the success of a remediation project.
A CMC has verified knowledge in disciplines related to microbial investigations and sampling. The CMC examination covers a wide range of bioaerosols and their potential health effects. The CMC exam also deals with microbial sampling procedures and equipment.
Each CMC has demonstrated at least eight (8) years experience in microbial sampling, mold inspection or mold testing in one or more of the following settings:
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Offices and commercial buildings
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Industrial structures
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Government facilities
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Schools and public buildings
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Healthcare facilities
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Residential structures
To earn the Council-certified Microbial Consultant designation, every candidate must:
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Demonstrate at least eight (8) years of verifiable field experience in microbial sampling (mold testing)
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Pass a rigorous examination based on broad industry knowledge rather than a course curriculum
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Earn the unanimous approval of the CMC certification board
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Re-certify every two years
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Participate in 20 hours of professional development activities each year
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Maintain the highest ethical standards
The CMC certification is accredited by the Council for Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB), a nationally recognized independent accreditation body. ACAC certifications are the ONLY designations in the indoor air quality field to earn CESB accreditation.
