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Certification

Certification Exam

No More Pen and Paper!
DBIA deploys Computer Based Testing for the certification exam

DBIA has partnered with Prometric, offering the most extensive, professional and secure testing network in the country with over 300 testing centers nationwide.There is sure to be a center near you!

Please note: You MUST HAVE an Eligibility Number from DBIA to register for the exam at the Prometric site. In order to get an Eligibility Number, you must have: An approved Certification Application on file; completed the four core courses; and completed the eligibility request form.

This map provides a broad overview of the general areas around the country where you will  find Prometric Testing Centers. It is for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be  all-inclusive.

Examination

The purpose of the exam is to measure candidates’ comprehensive mastery of best practices in integrated design and construction and their knowledge of its proper application. Successful completion of the exam is one of the final requirements of the Design-Build Certification program.

Need an online refresher before sitting for the Exam?

Important Facts

Completion of the coursework is only one part of the eligibility requirements. All eligibility requirements (with the exception of elective hours) as determined by the Design-Build Certification Board must be met before you are approved to sit for the exam. Allow up to 30 days after submission of application for approval notification..

Sitting for the Exam

About the Exam

This certification exam consists of 100 questions and is a multiple choice/grid test. It will cover eight domains. Those domains are:

  • Project management
  • Contracts and legal
  • General attributes
  • Project delivery
  • Estimating/specifications
  • Teaming and team organization
  • Procurement
  • Ethics/professionalism

Candidates have a maximum of two (2) hours to take the exam.

Results are given immediately upon completion of the exam.

Cost of examination $400.00 *
* (this fee is included in the cost of registering for Certification Workshops or University Boot Camps)

To Register for Exam

Before Registering …

You MUST have received an ELIBILITY NUMBER from DBIA. In order to receive this number you must have fulfilled the following program requirements:

1. Approved Certification Application on file;

2. Completion of core courses; and

3. Complete eligibility request form for ID number

To Register

Please visit www. http://www.prometric.com/DBIA/ with your Eligibility Number.

 

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