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Recertification

Overview

Certificates awarded by AWCI are valid for a limited time. The EIFS Mechanic and EIFS Industry Professional certificates are valid for five years, and the EIFS Inspector certificate for three years. The certificate's expiration date is listed on the certificate, and also on the National Certification Registry. Individuals must renew their credential prior to its expiration date by meeting the recertification requirements outlined below.

Procedures

To recertify, those in all three certification categories must complete the EIFS—Doing It Right^® online course. The course is divided into 15 modules. Mechanics must complete modules 1-13 with the option to view modules 14 and 15. Industry professionals and inspectors must complete modules 1-14 with the option to view module 15. The online course is available in English and Spanish for EIFS Mechanics and EIFS Industry Professionals.

There are two options for those registering for the Spanish version of the course.

Complete the English online registration form and choose Spanish as the language
Complete the Spanish version of the online registration form

Browsers and Mobile Apps Required for Viewing the EIFS Online Course

HTML5

Windows: Internet Explorer 11 or Microsoft Edge (latest version), Google Chrome (latest version), Firefox (latest version)

Mac: Safari (latest version), Google Chrome (latest version), Firefox (latest version)

Mobile: Safari in Apple iOS 10 and later, Google Chrome in Apple iOS 10 and later, Google Chrome in Android OS 4.4 and later

Registration

Register using the online forms below. In the Status section, choose “Recertifying (certificate expires this year).” If your employer is a member of AWCI choose “AWCI Member Rate.” If your employer is not a member of AWCI, choose “Non-member Rate.” The rates are:

	AWCI Member Rate	Non-member Rate
EIFS Mechanics	$145	$290

EIFS Industry Professionals	$200	$400

EIFS Inspectors	$200	$400

Not sure if your employer is an AWCI member? Contact Contact Annemarie Selvitelli at (703) 538-1608

Register online

EIFS Mechanics / EIFS Industry Professionals / EIFS Inspectors
Mecánico del EIFS / Profesional de la Industria de EIFS

Benefits

By renewing your credential as an EIFS Mechanic, EIFS Industry Professional or EIFS Inspector, you:

Demonstrate your commitment to provide quality services by staying up-to-date with industry standards for correct installation.
Prepare yourself to meet future mandates and insurance requirements.
Continue to be listed on AWCI's National Certification Registry.

It is important that you keep AWCI informed of any work or address changes. Updated information can be emailed to eifs@awci.org.

Questions about recertification? Contact us at (703) 538-1612.