LEED GA

Education & Academia abbreviation · Professional Certification

LEED GA
Stands forLEED Green Associate
CategoriesEducation & Academia

LEED GA stands for LEED Green Associate, a professional certification abbreviation.

Entry-level LEED credential demonstrating general knowledge of green building principles and the LEED rating system, open to students and professionals in any field. It is a prerequisite for the specialty LEED AP credentials.

Example: Our facilities coordinator earned the LEED GA to support the campus sustainability plan.

Usage notes

Holders maintain it with 15 hours of continuing education every two years. The exam is offered through Prometric testing centers and online. Real estate, construction and product manufacturing professionals often take it to understand green building projects.

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