Building Operator Certification (BOC) Maintenance Points Claim Process
Students who complete training must submit their earned points to maintain their BOC certification and/or Level II TCOC.
Steps to Claim BOC Credits:
- They must attend the course and ensure it aligns with BOC continuing education categories.
- For Level I TCOC or BOC certification: Students must accumulate 5 points per year or 15 points every 3 years.
- For Level II TCOC: Students must accumulate 10 points per year or 30 points every 3 years.
- Receive a certificate of completion from the training provider.
- BOC awards 1 maintenance point per hour of training
- Record the course in the BOC Maintenance Points Tracking Sheet (FORM).
- Submit the emailed tracking sheet to BOC when due.
Certified Energy Manager (CEM) AEE Credit Claim Process:
CEM certified professionals must renew their certification every 3 years requiring 10 renewal credits.
Steps to Claim CEM Credits:
- Must attend the class and ensure the training relates to energy management.
- Receive a certificate of completion from the training provider, which must include:
- Student’s name
- Course title, date, and duration
- Number of CEUs awarded
- Instructor’s credentials
- 1 CEU = 10 contact hours
- 1 CEU = 2 AEE renewal credits
- Maintain documentation of all training for at least 3 years.
- Submit training records with the AEE certification renewal application when due.
Professional Engineers (PE) & Architects PDH Claim Process (New York):
Licensed PEs and architects in NY must complete continuing education requirements to renew their licenses.
Steps to Claim PDH Credits:
- Attend the course and ensure it aligns with technical, professional, or safety topicsfor engineers/architects.
- Receive a certificate of completion from the provider, which must include:
- Student’s name
- Course title and content
- Date and duration of the course
- Number of PDHs awarded
- 1 PDH = 1 contact hour
- No limit on how many PDHs can be earned through classroom instruction.
- Keep records for at least 6 years.
- When renewing a PE or architect license, submit a signed affidavit confirming compliance with the required PDH hours.
- If audited, provide proof of course completion.
