About the Association of Boards of Certification

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Our Mission

The Association of Boards of Certification is dedicated to protecting public health and the environment by advancing the quality and integrity of environmental certification programs through innovative technical support services, effective information exchange, professional and cost-effective examination services, and other progressive services for members.

Our Objectives

  • Promote certification as a means of protecting public health and the environment
  • Advance the quality and integrity of environmental certification programs
  • Define and maintain internationally recognized qualifications for certification
  • Promote uniformity of standards and practices in certification
  • Facilitate the transfer of certification between certifying authorities
  • Assist newly created authorities in establishing initial policies and procedures
  • Improve and strengthen certification laws