SPFA Professional Certification Program (PCP)
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SPFA's Professional Certification Program (PCP) was launched at the SprayFoam 2013 Convention & Expo. It is an internationally recognized certification which meets the ANSI/ISO 17024 Standard. Individual Certifications will be available at four different levels in two categories - Insulation and Roofing.
Individual Certifications:
For full details on the SPFA Professional Certification for Insulation, click here. To download the Insulation Enrolment forms, click here.
For full details on the SPFA Professional Certification for Roofing, click here. To download the Roofing Enrolment forms, click here.
For full details on the SPFA Professional Certification for Field Examiner, click here.
SPFA PCP Calendar
To become certified under SPFA's new program, you must pass the exam and meet the criteria for any level of Certification you would like to achieve. It is a progressive program with each level based on the candidate passing the exam for the previous level. In other words, EVERYONE must begin with SPF Assistant criteria. If your ultimate goal is to be a Certified Project Manager, you must meet the requirements for Assistant, then Installer, then Master Installer, then Project Manager to become a Certified SPF Project Manager.
ALL INDIVIDUALS MUST COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING STEPS TO BECOME CERTIFIED:
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Determine which Certification you want to pursue - Roofing or Insulation.
- Successfully complete CPI On-line Health & Safety Course.
- Fill out and return SPFA Certification Program Registration Form with one-time fee. Insulation Certification Enrolment forms or Roofing Certification Enrollment forms.
- Sign and return the SPFA Professional Certification Program Certification Agreement.
- Submit a digital color photo of yourself for your Certification ID card.
Choose the Level of Certification you wish to pursue (Assistant, Installer, Master Installer, or Project Manager) and click on the links below for details.
SPF Assistant: This certification is the first level for BOTH Insulation AND Roofing.
The SPF Assistant certification program is specifically designed for individuals involved in the assistance of the installation of spray polyurethane foam in thermal insulation or roofing installations. SPF Assistants duties may include assisting in equipment and job set-up, substrate preparation, material handling and staging, moving of hoses/scaffolding/ladders, masking, trimming, clean-up and other non-spraying tasks. Download the Insulation Handbook or Roofing Handbook for details.
SPF Installer (Apprentice Level):
This certification program is specifically designed for individuals with limited experience in the installation of spray polyurethane foam. It is an apprentice level. The SPF Installer has some experience in spraying foam with the guidance of a more experienced Master Installer or Project Manager. The SPF Installer does not have the skills and abilities to install on his own. This person needs to be supervised by skilled Master Installer or Project Manager. The SPF Installers duties may include spraying SPF in different applications as well as equipment set-up/start-up/shut down.
Download the Insulation Handbook for details
Download the Roofing Handbook for details
SPF Master Installer (Advanced Level):
This certification program is specifically designed for individuals experienced in the installation of SPF. The SPF Master Installer has extensive experience spraying SPF in various applications, and has demonstrated competence in SPF applications through a field examination. The SPF Master Installers duties may include all aspects of the installation of the SPF as well as equipment function/maintenance/repair, and an understanding of other systems as well as the proper installation of protective coatings.
Download the Insulation Handbook for details
Download the Roofing Handbook for details
SPF Project Manager:
This certification program is specifically designed for individuals involved in all aspects of the installation and project management of SPF. The SPF Project Manager has extensive Knowledge and Skills in all aspects of SPF in varius applications. The SPF Project Manager's duties may include managing all aspects of the project and installation of the SPF, as well as knowledge and skills in building science/design, material selection/estimating, and codes and standards.
Download the Insulation Handbook for details
Download the Roofing Handbook for details
For questions about the program, contact Kelly Marcavage at 571-748-5003 or email.
For enroll or request an exam, contact SPFA PCP at 866-222-5000 or info@spfapcp.org
Vision: That the SPFA Professional Certification
Program is the most rigorous, extensive and defining program for the
SPF professionals in the world. That it be consistent with all industry
standards, best practices and known building science, and accessible and
affordable among our intended constituency. That it be the measure of
personal and professional accomplishment in the industry, and a
demonstration among professionals of the essential knowledge, skills and
abilities inherent among the highest class of sprayfoam professional.
Mission: To deliver and operate a focused, consistent and attentive,
world-class professional sprayfoam certification program. Continuously
raising, establishing, and raising again the bar on safety, performance,
quality and professionalism among SPF industry professionals. For the
benefit of their businesses, personal safety, safety and satisfaction
among customers, and to create the most solid of foundations for future
growth, personal and industry distinction.
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