Moisture Control Certifications from ACAC

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Council-certified Moisture Control Consultant

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Required: 8 years experience consulting on moisture control issues in the built environment

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Council-certified Moisture Control Investigator

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Required: 2 years experience investigating moisture issues in the built environment

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Council-certified Residential Moisture Assessor (VOCATIONAL)

Required: current employment in moisture assessment

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Certification performed by ACAC: Testing, analysis, and evaluation of the individual's knowledge, skills and abilities for the purpose of certification and re-certification in the field of moisture assessments in residential indoor environments.

Program Summary:

The Council-certified Moisture Control Investigator (CMCI) and the Council-certified Moisture Control Consultant (CMCC) conduct moisture investigations and assessments in all types of buildings. They apply knowledge of building sciences, moisture behavior and structural drying to locate the source, identify the cause, or specify the mitigation of moisture problems involving the design, construction and/or maintenance of the built environment.

A CMCI or CMCC possesses verified knowledge of the moisture control field. The CMCC and CMCI certification exams cover the most respected reference texts in the industry. Candidates must know the important industry standards. They must be familiar with scientific principles governing moisture control in the design, construction and maintenance phases of a building's life. They must understand the most common practices and protocols used by investigators and contractors, as they are often involved in specifying remediation, mitigation and repair work.

A CMCI or CMCC possesses verified experience in moisture control investigation and consulting in settings like these:

Offices and commercial buildings
Industrial structures
Government facilities
Schools and public buildings
Healthcare facilities
Residential structures

To earn the Council-certified Moisture Control Investigator (CMCI) or Council-certified Moisture Control Consultant (CMCC) designations, candidates must:

Demonstrate verifiable field experience in moisture control investigation
Pass a rigorous examination based on broad industry knowledge rather than a course curriculum
Earn the unanimous approval of the CMCC certification board
Re-certify every two years
Participate in 20 hours of professional development activities each year
Maintain the highest ethical standards

OUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

Restoration and Remediation:

ACAC offers restoration industry certifications and contractor certifications such as mold contractor certifications, indoor air quality certifications, water damage certifications, fire and water restoration certifications; structural drying certifications, moisture control certifications, and thermography certifications.

Administration and Management:

ACAC offers emergency management certifications and indoor air quality management certifications.

Investigation and Consulting:

ACAC offers mold inspector certifications, indoor air quality certifications, environmental certifications, infection control certifications, thermography certifications, and fire and smoke certifications.