EcoDistricts Accredited Professional (AP) is the only credential demonstrating a commitment to creating sustainable, equitable neighborhoods that meet the EcoDistricts Certified standard.
EcoDistricts AP is for anyone involved in community development, including architects, planners, landscape architects, urban designers, public policymakers, developers, and staff members at public redevelopment agencies and community-based organizations.
How to become an EcoDistricts Accredited Professional
The EcoDistricts AP credential is available worldwide. Here’s how to earn it:
- Take the course online,
- Reinforce what you learn in the Foundation Course by studying our step-by-step guide to the EcoDistricts Certified standard.
- Take the open-book EcoDistricts AP exam online. The exam is open-book, and you must get a score of at least 70% to pass.
If you are interested in applying for a scholarship contact Teva Needleman (she/her) at teva@ecodistricts.org to get more information