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The Step-By-Step Process to NARI Certification

1. Download the comprehensive application for the certification you are seeking from the NARI website.
• Application and Manual for Certified Green Professional Certification
• Certified Remodeler (CR)
• Certified Remodeler Specialist (CRS)
• Certified Remodeler Associate (CRA)
• Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler (CKBR)
• Certified Lead Carpenter (CLC)
• GCP Exam Registration Form
2. Review the certification requirements to ensure you are eligible.
3. Include a check, made payable to NARI, or credit card information to cover the certification fee. NARI accepts VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. (For credit card payment, include the name on the credit card, complete billing address, card number, and expiration date.)
4. Mail your application and payment, or fax if paying by credit card, to your local NARI chapter if they are accepting applications. Or you may submit your application directly to NARI’s national office.
5. NARI National will send your certification materials as soon as your application has been approved and payments have been processed, usually within 7 to 10 business days.
6. Your study group leader will schedule your test date and coordinate with NARI National for test ordering.
7. Sit for the exam.
8. The NARI Certification Board will review your exam score before accepting or declining your certification. Candidates are usually notified of the certification board’s decision within 30 days of the exam.
9. Successful candidates will receive their certification materials approximately 10 business days after the Certification Board has made its decision. Often, chapters request certificates be sent directly to them to they can have a special presentation honoring new recipients.