The Association is comprised of internal auditors, public accountants, construction accountants, construction project managers, owner’s representatives, architects, engineers, cost engineers, service providers, and educators in related disciplines. We also admit professionals from other groups that are related to the objectives of the Association.

APPLICATION FEE: A non-refundable fee of $150 is due when a membership application is submitted.

MEMBERSHIP and CERTIFICATION: The processes of pursuing membership and pursuing certification are distinctly separate, but they may be pursued simultaneously. Applicants desiring certification must first be accepted as a member. Only members may petition for certification. All applicants admitted into membership are assigned Associate Member status. Upon being granted certification, the associate member automatically becomes a Regular Member.

Certified Construction Auditor (CCA) designation focuses on accounting/auditing/consulting professionals whose primary experience is in the field of auditing and evaluating internal controls in the construction project environment.

Construction Control Professional (CCP) designation focuses on project management/project accounting/cost engineering/architectural professionals who possess proven experience and aptitude in controlling construction costs.

GRANDFATHERING PROVISION: Members who are senior professionals may petition for certification under this provision. Candidates must:

• Have at least five years of professional experience;
• Demonstrate at least 75 qualifying points;
• Submit a completed Petition for Certification; and
• Complete minimum 20 hrs of Continuing Professional Education per year.

ASSOCIATE MEMBER: Applicants must demonstrate they work within one of the professional disciplines targeted for membership. Full-time students attending an approved post-secondary institution may also apply. $100 yearly membership dues will apply. Complete Part 1.

REGULAR MEMBER: Only Certified Construction Auditors (CCA) or Construction Control Professionals (CCP) possess Regular Membership status. Members seeking certification must demonstrate to the Membership and Certification Committee they meet the minimum standards of the Grandfathering Provision. $275 first year membership dues will apply (yearly membership dues thereafter are $175). Complete Parts 1 & 2.

CRITERIA AND POINTS SECTION:

Note: For degrees, Candidates may claim points ONLY for the highest degree earned.

A. EDUCATION: Associate Degree = 15 points, Bachelor Degree = 30 points, Masters Degree = 45 points and Doctorate = 60 points. Candidates may be required to provide a certified copy of a college diploma or transcript.

Applicants may claim five (5) points for each year of full-time Post-Secondary education ONLY if an applicant does not possess a related Associate or Bachelor degree. ONLY enrollment in an accredited college or university in a related course of study qualifies. This includes, but is not limited to accounting, auditing, business, engineering, architecture, and project management. Credit in this section may not be counted in any other education item.

B. SPECIALTY TRAINING: Claim points on the basis of two (2) points per week of training (40 contact hours) in a related topic area. The training must be from an accredited continuing professional education provider.

C. PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS: A total of ten (10) points may be claimed for each related Professional Designation (e.g. Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Project Management Professional, etc.) Candidates must provide the complete name of the designation; the name, address and telephone number of the accrediting body granting the designation; and a certificate or license number (if applicable). Maximum of 30 points.

D. EXPERIENCE RELATED POINTS: Claim five (5) points for each full year (min. 50% of time) of Related Work Experience which includes employment in: auditing, construction accounting, construction project management, owner’s representation, cost engineering, etc.