DOE Training Programs

Energy Managers and Energy Auditors certifications are valid for 3 years. To maintain your credentials and stay up-to-date, you must complete the recertification process.

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM): Professionals responsible for optimizing energy use and improving energy efficiency.
• Certified Energy Auditor (CEA): Professionals specializing in assessing energy use and identifying energy-saving opportunities.
  

• Valid Certification: You must hold an active EM or EA certification.
• Certificate of Completion from RTI: Complete recertification courses, typically offered by accredited institutes like RTI.
• Endorsement Letter from Designated Establishment (DE): A letter confirming your active role in energy management or auditing.
• Proof of Compliance with DE Obligations: Submit the latest:
• AEUR (Annual Energy Utilization Report)
• AEECR (Annual Energy Efficiency and Conservation Report)
• EAR (Energy Audit Report)
  

• Stay Current: Ensure you are updated on the latest technologies, practices, and regulations.
• Maintain Credentials: Recertification is required every 3 years to keep your certification valid.



Note:

• Expired certifications will only be accepted if they have been expired for no more than two years from the expiration date.
• For those whose certifications expire in 2025, completing the recertification process ensures you remain a qualified Energy Manager or Auditor.