The CGP is an exclusive professional designation that is designed to teach building industry professional strategies for incorporation green building principles into homes using cost-effective and affordable options.

Course Requirements
Green Building for Building Professionals course
Business Management for Building Professionals course OR hold an active NAHB professional designation
Minimum of two (2) years building industry experience
Adhere to the CGP Code of Ethics

The CGP designation curriculum offers information on:
The principals of energy, water and resources
Indoor air and environmental quality
Lot and site development for green homes
Homebuyer and owner education
Common business challenges and practical tools to overcome them
Business management, marketing and sales strategies to sell green

Continuing Education Requirements
To maintain your CGP designation you are required to complete twelve (12) hours of continuing education every three years. A minimum of six (6) hours is required to come from The NAHB University of Housing educational activities. A minimum of eight (8) hours is required to come from green building industry related educational activities.

Graduation Fees:
Once you have completed the courses determined by the BAR, you will need to fill out the graduation application. Along with the graduation application you will need the following:

1. If you are an employee, you must submit a letter of sponsorship from you employer
2. Proof of liability insurance from your company employer
3. Proof of workers compensation coverage from your employer/company
4. Valid business license if required by state
5. Signed Code of Ethics Pledge.

Submit your application along with the required documentation and the graduation fee of $145 for members and $245 for non-members to The NAHB University of Housing. You will receive your official CGP graduation kit in about four to six weeks.

Annual Renewal Fees:
NAHB Member $50
Non-Member $75

YOU CAN GET CE CREDIT ONLINGE THROUGH HBAA’s BUILDER UNIVERSITY.

Check out the HBAA Calendar for courses across the state.

For more information about this item, please contact The Professional Designation Helpline at 800-368-5242 x8154 or via e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .