Mold Remediation Certifications from ACAC

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Council-certified Microbial Remediation Supervisor
Required: 8 years experience remediating microbial issues in the indoor environment

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 supervision of microbial remediation in indoor environments.

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Council-certified Microbial Remediator
Required: 2 years experience remediating microbial issues in the indoor environment

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Council-certified Residential Microbial Remediator (VOCATIONAL)
Required: current employment in microbial remediation

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 microbial remediation in residential indoor environments.

Program Summary:

The Council-certified Microbial Remediator (CMR) and the Council-certified Microbial Remediation Supervisor (CMRS) conduct mold remediation and mold removal projects in the indoor environment. Individuals holding these mold remediation certifications design and maintain effective containments. A CMR or CMRS controls pressure relationships during a project. A CMR or CMRS safely cleans, treats or removes structures and contents affected by microbial contamination. A CMR or CMRS designs remediation protocols or follow established protocols and industry standards.

A CMR or CMRS possesses verified knowledge of the mold remediation field. The 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 mold remediation and the indoor environment. They must understand the most common practices and protocols used by remediators and contractors. They must be familiar with the equipment used in mold remediation. They must be aware of legal issues affecting their work.

A CMR or CMRS possesses verified experience in mold remediation and mold removal in one or more of the following settings:

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

To earn the Council-certified Microbial Remediator (CMR) or Council-certified Microbial Remediation Supervisor (CMRS) designations, candidates must:

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

Accreditation:

The CMR and CMRS certifications are 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.

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.