As demand for professionals and projects increases, so does the need to continue expanding your knowledge in order to provide that unique perspective to your employer, your personal business, or your project team. So you want to take your career in a greener direction. But how do you get there?


Whether you’re a recent graduate or a seasoned pro, acquiring the internationally-recognized LEED Green Associate credential is the key first step in establishing yourself as a serious green building professional.

With new jobs specifying the need for expertise in LEED, earning a LEED professional credential increases your opportunities for employment, job stability and promotion, while underscoring your value to LEED project teams and sustainability-focused organizations.


Who can benefit from becoming a LEED Green Associate?


Widely-recognized, the LEED Green Associate credential is held by a variety of professionals, both in and outside of the green building industry, including:


  • Architects
  • Engineers
  • Interior Designers
  • Project and Facilities Managers
  • Real Estate Agents
  • Product Manufacturers and Representatives
  • Students
  • …and anyone interested in a career in the green building industry


You want to get there, but how do you prepare?


LEED Green Associates earn their credential by passing a two-hour, computer-based exam comprised of 100 randomly delivered multiple-choice questions.

In order to help you prepare for this first big step, Canada’s official green building educator has worked hard to provide you with a wide variety of learning options. Each of these options is developed and delivered by highly knowledgeable industry professionals experienced with LEED, in order to give you the information you need to successfully pass the LEED Green Associate exam.


Some of Canada's most cutting-edge and innovative post-secondary institutions offer three comprehensive green building courses, both for full-time students and as professional development courses.To find out more about each school's offerings, check the list of academic programs and contact schools directly using the information provided.

Note: Please contact the college or university directly to determine which term they will be delivering the course and for registration procedures.