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The LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition is designed to help you pass the LEED Green Associate exam. The exam
prep guide captures the critical points you need to know about green building. It also reflects the structure of the exam knowledge and task
domains to organize foundational concepts in green building and LEED. The exam prep guide will help you prepare for the exam by emphasizing
key terms and providing application learning through practice questions. This resource is intended to be used in conjunction with the exam
primary references, including the LEED Core Concepts Guide.
Access to a variety of digital resources that enhance learning is also included with this guide. These resources include practice questions, a
complete practice exam, printable flashcards, an illustrated glossary, and more!
Please note: an e-book version of this guide is available for purchase here.
Chapters:
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Energy and Atmosphere
Materials and Resources
Indoor Environmental Quality
Innovation and Regional Priority
Primary References
ID: LEED v4
USGBC publications (e-document only) can also be accessed in the USGBC app for iOS or Android on your iPhone, iPad or Android
device.
Please I need to inquire whether this preparation guide is enough to pass the LEED General Associate Exam or do I still need to buy the LEED
Core Concepts Guide?
Thank you
Hello Al Zamer! Thank you for your interest in the LEED Green Associate Credential. Since each candidate seeking a LEED Green Associate
credential has a unique combination of knowledge and experience, it is difficult to recommend the definitive study materials one would need to
pass the exam. A great place to start are the references in the LEED Green Associates Candidate Handbook http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-
v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. All of the references listed are free and available online, with the exception of the LEED Core Concepts
Guide, a resource which most exam candidates find to be very helpful. Since the primary sources for the development of the LEED Professional
Exams are the LEED Rating Systems, a detailed understanding of these are necessary for success. A great place to start is to download the
introductory sections to the reference guide for free here (scroll down to 'download for free' button): http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-
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reference-guide-building-design-and-... After these resources have been explored and studied, most candidates seek the structure of study guides
(found here http://www.usgbc.org/store/products/publications), online or in-person courses (found here http://www.usgbc.org/education-at-
usgbc/listing/study) and practice exams to further their understanding of the information. Others may start with a course or study guide and
explore the resources in detail after. There are many paths to success for this exam, but I hope this offers a direction for you to start. We wish you
the best on your exam!
Hi Camilo, thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED Green Associate. We do not have a Spanish LEED Green Associate Exam Prep Guide.
However, we are working to make LEED as accessible as possible in Spanish. Here are some of the resources we offer in Spanish, which are
mostly free to Spanish speakers:
The LEED Green Associate exam can be taken with a Spanish translation aide. This means that the Spanish translation will appear alongside the
English exam questions.
LEED Green Associate Exam: Spanish Technical Glossary: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-glossary-terms-translations
LEED Core Concepts Guide in Spanish: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-core-concepts-guide-spanish
LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook Spanish: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-green-associate-candidate-handbook-spanish
For more resources in Spanish, please visit our resources page: http://www.usgbc.org/search/spanish?filters=type%3Aresource
For additional study tips to prepare for LEED credential exams, please check out this article: http://www.usgbc.org/articles/study-tips-leed-v4-
professional-exam.
Buena suerte!
I found the ATP study guide for the LEED General Associate Exam to be an excellent resource. There are quiz questions at the end of
each section, 50 additional test questions at the end, a glossary of terms, and an appendix with additional primary sources and descriptions of
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codes referenced by LEED. The graphics and tips in each chapter were informative and helpful. The online version has a phone app with even
more questions and flashcards. This book was a big help in passing my exam. if you can find a couple hundred additional test questions for more
practice, this should be all you need to pass the LEED General Associate exam.
I think this book is enough on it's own to pass the LEED Green Associate exam. There are other references that you need to know, but most of
those are free and all of those references are summarize in this textbook. Everything you need to know if covered by this textbook. If you feel like
you still need more study material, I would suggest finding more example test questions online or on an app.
Appreciate if you can let me know if the contents in the above materials are updated to take the GA exam this year.
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Hello Jonathan, Thank you for your question. The exams are now based on LEED v4 and the third edition of the Core Concepts Guide has been
updated with this version. I am not familiar with the GBES exam prep you mentioned but because it states LEED v4 it should be updated for the
current exam. We wish you the best on your exam!
I have purchased the e-book from American Technical Publishers.Unfortunately I can't use the book offline. I have written to them but no answer
received yet. It is not normal to pay for an e-book and the only way you can have access to it is through internet..... I didn't want to waste paper,
transportation etc. .....its was about environmentally friendly way of studding isn't it? but now I regret as I can't study at my convenience.
Please help!
Thank you!
Hi Milena, I apologize for the delay on this. You should receive an email from ATP shortly with information on how to access the exam prep guide
offline. Best of luck on your exam!
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Hi Kristen,
I've already received an e-mail from ATP with instructions.
Thanks!
I need study material for LEED GA exam?, Is there any study material available?
Thank you for your interest in earning the LEED Green Associate credential. Since each candidate seeking a LEED Green Associate credential has
a unique combination of knowledge and experience, it is difficult to recommend the definitive study materials one would need to pass the exam.
Please start with this article (http://www.usgbc.org/node/10075156), as it provides excellent guidance for preparing for your LEED Green Associate
credential. As the article states, a great place to start is with the LEED Green Associates Candidate Handbook
http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. The references listed in the Handbook are free and available
online, with the exception of the LEED Core Concepts Guide (see the Study Bundle hyperlink in article above - it is a very popular resource for
people preparing for the LEED Green Associate exam), a resource which most exam candidates find to be very helpful. Since the primary sources
for the development of the LEED Professional Exams are the LEED Rating Systems, a detailed understanding of these are necessary for success.
Start by downloading the introductory sections to the reference guide for free here (scroll down to 'download for free' button):
http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-reference-guide-building-design-and-construction. After these resources have been explored and studied,
most candidates seek the structure of study guides (found herehttp://www.usgbc.org/store/products/publications), online or in-person courses
(found here http://www.usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc/listing/study) and practice exams to further their understanding of the information. Others
may start with a course or study guide and explore the resources in detail after. There are many paths to success for this exam, but I hope this
offers a direction for you to start. Good luck on your exam!
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Setareh Fadaee
Urban Designer, Stantec Consulting
Hi there, I have purchased LEED Green Associate Study Guide v4, First Edition in Canada in 2015. On the bottom of the cover it is written Canada
Green Building Council. I want to take the test in the States this year. Are there major differences between the Study Guide published by USGBC
and Canada GBC?
The CaGBC version of the guide you purchased should be very similar to the one that was written by ATP based in Illinois. Both guides (if for v4)
should cover the same material as they are both based off the USGBC LEED Green Associate exam. I hope that helps.
I would reach out to ATP directly as it does appear their website is having technical issues. We have alerted them to the error messages as well.
You should be able to access your ebook as long as you are signed in or use the link to the ebook they originally provided you. Please let us know
if you are unable to resolve the error with them directly. Their contact: techsupport@atplearning.com, 800-323-3471
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There is an ambiguity in the Rainwater management section regarding the definition of asphalt as an impervious or pervious surface. On page 96 it
says 'When rainwater falls on impevious concrete and asphalt surfaces (hardscape)...' which defines asphalt as hardscape while on page 97
Reduce Impervious Hardscape it says ' Pervious surfaces for sidewalks and parking lots include porous pavement, asphalt and grid pavers. So, is
asphalt pervious or impervious?
Hello Annalisa, Thank you for your question and feedback. I understand that you are working directly with ATP on this question. Thank you.
Hi everyone!!
Is it exist any version of the study material in spanish?
Regards,
Diana
Hi Diana, thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED Green Associate. We do not have a Spanish LEED Green Associate Exam Prep Guide.
However, we are working to make LEED as accessible as possible in Spanish. Here are some of the resources we offer in Spanish, which are
mostly free to Spanish speakers:
The LEED Green Associate exam can be taken with a Spanish translation aide. This means that the Spanish translation will appear alongside the
English exam questions.
LEED Green Associate Exam: Spanish Technical Glossary: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-glossary-terms-translations
LEED Core Concepts Guide in Spanish: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-core-concepts-guide-spanish
LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook Spanish: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-green-associate-candidate-handbook-spanish
For more resources in Spanish, please visit our resources page: http://www.usgbc.org/search/spanish?filters=type%3Aresource
For additional study tips to prepare for LEED credential exams, please check out this article: http://www.usgbc.org/articles/study-tips-leed-v4-
professional-exam.
Buena suerte!
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Hey Kristen, it's good to hear that there is a translation aide on the exam. Can you explain this further? Is there other languages available, and how
do I inform the test center that I need this aide? Thanks.
Hi Sixing, the exam translation aid for the LEED Green Associate exam is available in the following languages: Chinese, French, German, Japanese,
Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish. When a translation aid is selected, the exam will be shown in English and the translated language. The
translation aid is meant to help someone with English as a second language understand the test questions, but it may not offer a direct translation.
When you register for the exam, you will have the option to select a different language. If a language other than English is selected, you will
receive a translation aid during the exam.
HI ALL , I WANT TO REGISTER FOR THE FIRST EXAM , CAN I KNOW THE AVAILABLE DATES FOR IT , THX
Hi Anas, thank you for your interest in earning your LEED Green Associate credential. If you would like to locate your nearest testing center and
view availability: 1) Please visit www.prometric.com/ and enter "GBCI" in the Test Sponsor field. 2) Then, confirm "Green Business Certification Inc.",
and click "Locate Test Center". 3) Choose the country that you are looking for from dropdown menu, and click "Next". 4) Then, choose the exam
you would like to take from the dropdown menu, and click "Next". 5) Enter the city where you want to test, and click "search". When you see the
testing center that looks most convenient for you, click "Availability" next to the test center's location. This takes you to a clickable calendar
showing the available times for each open day. Good luck on your exam!
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Hi Vishal,
Thanks for letting us know. The ebook link is fixed now. Good luck on your exam!
I am a Mechanical(HVAC) engineer currently working in Al-Khobar (Saudi Arabia). Having experience of more than 15 years. I need to know which
exam is best suited to be regarded as LEED professional.
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Hello Mohammed, Thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED AP. It is difficult to recommend what credential will be the best for you. Based
on your experience, you may want to check into the LEED AP O+M credential, but, I do recommend that you read through this website to get a
better idea of what credential will fit your needs best: http://www.usgbc.org/credentials. Best wishes!
I am planning to write both the LEED Green Associate and the LEED AP BD+C this year, but separately. I would like to purchase the study materials
that would be the most cost-effective given these goals. Can you make a recommendation? Would purchasing the LEED AP BD+C study materials
only be best for also studying for the LEED Green Associate exam?
Thanks
Hi Sally, thank you for your interest in earning your LEED Green Associate and LEED AP BD+C credentials. LEED AP BD+C study materials will
certainly help you prepare for the LEED Green Associate exam. However, the LEED Green Associate exam covers more content than just the LEED
BD+C rating system, such as LEED Green Associate tasks, LEED processes and credit categories, other LEED rating systems, and critical points on
green building. Please refer to the LEED Green Associate handbook (http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-
handbook) for a general description of exam content areas for the LEED Green Associate exam. Since each candidate seeking a LEED credentials
has a unique combination of knowledge and experience, it is difficult to recommend the definitive study materials one would need to pass either
exam. A great place to start is with the LEED Green Associates Candidate Handbook http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-
candidate-handbook. The references listed in the Handbook are free and available online, with the exception of the LEED Core Concepts Guide,
which is a very popular resource for people preparing for the LEED Green Associate exam. Since the primary sources for the development of the
LEED Professional Exams are the LEED Rating Systems, including the LEED BD+C rating system, a detailed understanding of these are necessary
for success. After these resources have been explored and studied, most candidates seek the structure of study guides (found here
http://www.usgbc.org/store/products/publications), online or in-person courses (found here http://www.usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc/listing/study)
and practice exams to further their understanding of the information. Others may start with a course or study guide and explore the resources in
detail after. There are many paths to success for these exams, but I hope this offers a direction for you to start.
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Hi,
I have few questions regarding specific study materials proposed on USGBC web site for the Green Associate exam.
1- is there a book that will have more than one practice exam?
2- regarding the printable flash cards mention in the hard copy of the Preparation Guide, LEED v4,: how many flash cards are there in the book?
how can we print them from the book?
3- can I print the e-document of the Core Concept Study Guide when i purchase it? in other words, is it a pdf printable version? the reason i am
asking, because I prefer to read from a book, but at the same time I don't want to go through shipping issues mention by other exam candidates
on this page.
4- again, are the digital resources mentioned in the Study Bundle printable?
5- I live close to washington DC, does the USGBC have a book store that carry the proposed books in their web site.
Regards,
Hello Angie, Thank you for your questions. Please see below for answers to your questions. We wish you the best on the exam!
1- is there a book that will have more than one practice exam?
Here are other USGBC endorsed products to help you prepare for your LEED Green Associate exam:
http://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/leed-green-associate-v4-exam-prep-4901323
http://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/leed%C2%AE-exam-prep-101-practical-approach-acing-leed%C2%AE-v4-green-associate-exam-100556
2- regarding the printable flash cards mention in the hard copy of the Preparation Guide, LEED v4,: how many flash cards are there in the book?
how can we print them from the book?
LEED AP BD+C Exam Study Cards are a useful tool for learning the concepts assessed by the LEED AP Building Design and Construction (BD+C)
specialty exam. Created by an accomplished LEED Fellow, the 400 questions and answers cover LEED concepts, the LEED v4 BD+C rating
system credit categories, plus basic prerequisite and credit calculations. The study cards are divided into the following eight categories:
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The flash cards are hard copy flashcards. There may be a code in the book that allows you to go online and then print them but we do not have
access to that code.
3- can I print the e-document of the Core Concept Study Guide when i purchase it? in other words, is it a pdf printable version? the reason i am
asking, because I prefer to read from a book, but at the same time I don't want to go through shipping issues mention by other exam candidates
on this page.
It is a PDF. Please note: the book is currently not on back order so you should not experience any issues with purchasing the book online.
4- again, are the digital resources mentioned in the Study Bundle printable?
5- I live close to washington DC, does the USGBC have a book store that carry the proposed books in their web site.
USGBC does not have a bookstore in Washington D.C. so you'll need to purchase through our online store.
Regards,
Hi Angie, Yes the flashcards can be useful for studying for the LEED Green Associate exam but they are not specific to the LEED Green Associate
exam. I would recommend reviewing this article "
Are you ready to earn your LEED Green Associate credential?" : http://www.usgbc.org/node/10075156 There are some great recommendations for
being successful with your LEED Green Associate exam. I hope that helps!
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Hi Everyone !!!
I was just going through LEED GA Exam topics with no. of questions might be coming from them, there i noticed PRETEST-15 questions.
Can someone please advice me on same ?
Many Thanks,
Hello Pankaj, Thank you for your question. The pretest questions are non-graded or unscored questions throughout the LEED Green Associate
exam. The purpose of these pretest questions are for future test development. You will not know which of the questions will be scored and which
will not be scored. I hope that helps to explain your question. Thanks Pankaj and best wishes on the exam!
Hi everyone !!!
Can someone guide me if LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition along with Core and concept guide enough to clear
LEED GA exam.?
Thanks,
Thank you for your interest in the LEED Green Associate exam. Since each candidate seeking a LEED Green Associate credential has a unique
combination of knowledge and experience, it is difficult to recommend the definitive study materials one would need to pass the exam. We
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suggest starting with the references listed on page 21 of the LEED Green Associates Candidate Handbook http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-
v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. The LEED Core Concepts Guide and LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition
that you mentioned are 2 great primary resources . We would also suggest downloading the introductory sections to the LEED BD + C Reference
Guide for free here (scroll down to 'download for free' button): http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-reference-guide-building-design-and-... I hope
this helps!
Dear Sir,
My name is Gowrisankar and I drive the LEED education initiatives in India. Kindly let me know your email ID and I will write to you.
Gowrisankar
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Regards
Shankar
Thank you for your interest in LEED credentials! The basic credential is LEED Green Associate. A great place to start are the references in the
LEED Green Associates Candidate Handbook (http://cn.usgbc.org/resources/leed-green-associate-candidate-handbook-chinese). All of the listed
references are free, with the exception of the LEED Core Concepts Guide and LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide
(http://cn.usgbc.org/resources/study-bundle-leed-green-associate-exam-preparation-guide-leed-v4-edition-and-leed-core-con), a resource which
most exam candidates find to be very helpful. Since the primary sources for the development of the LEED Professional Exams are the LEED
Rating Systems, a detailed understanding of these are necessary for success. After the above resources have been explored and studied, most
candidates seek the structure of study guides, online or in-person courses and practice exams to further their understanding of the information.
Others may start with a course or study guide and explore the resources in detail after.
The following resources will be helpful to you, which offer a route for those who are looking for a place to start.
"Are you ready to earn your LEED Green Associate credential?", 22 Feb 2016 by Alyssa Campagnoni, at the USGBC
(http://www.usgbc.org/articles/are-you-ready-earn-your-leed-green-associate-credential)
"Study tips: LEED v4 professional exam," May 15, 2014 by Nora Knox at the USGBC (http://www.usgbc.org/articles/study-tips-leed-v4-professional-
exam)
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"Sneak peak: Sample questions for the LEED v4 credential exams," March 31, 2014 by Nora Knox at the USGBC
(http://www.usgbc.org/articles/sneak-peak-sample-questions-leed-v4-credential-exams)
Regarding the book prices, one of them is for people from organizations with USGBC membership.
Hello. I would like to purchase the LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition as an e book, but I would like to know if it is in
pdf or some other format. I would also like to know, if I purchase the e book will I be getting the digital resources online as well (practice questions,
a complete practice exam, printable flashcards, an illustrated glossary, and more), and if yes would I be able to access them from different places,
for example from work as well as from home? Thanks
Hi Filip, thank you for your question! By ordering the hard copy through this site you will have access to both the hard copy as well as digital
resources, which allows you more flexibility. To order the eBook you will need to click on the blue "click here" hyperlink above, which will take you
to one of our partner sites. It appears from their site that the eBook is in PDF format, but, if you choose to go that route, please consult directly with
ATP for your specific questions on their eBook. Thanks!
My exact question. Need to receive the answer before purchase. I hope you/we receive a response soon.
Hi Thomas, thank you for your question. Please see the above for an answer to your question. Thanks!
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I have purchased a LEED GA guide may I know when the hard copies will be shipped as I have noticed its on back-order.
Hi Marian, you can choose to purchase either the hard copy or the ecopy (by clicking ecopy available here button). Access to digital resources,
such as the practice questions, are included with the hard copy (instructions will be sent with your order).
Hi Im an Engineer from Philippines and Currently working in Singapore. I am interested in taking LEED GA. I want to know if I am qualified and is
there any testing center here in Singapore?
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Membership, Credentialing, and Education Specialist, U.S. Green Building Council
Hi Antolin, Thank you for your interest in the LEED Green Associate credential. You must be 18 years old to take this exam, but beyond that there
are no eligibility requirements. However, we do recommended that you have exposure to LEED and green building concepts through education,
volunteering, or work experience. There is a Prometric testing center in Singapore. To learn more about dates and availability, please follow these
instructions: 1) Please visit www.prometric.com/ and enter "GBCI" in the Test Sponsor field.
2) Then, confirm "Green Business Certification Inc.", and click "Locate Test Center".
3) Choose the country that you are looking for from dropdown menu, and click "Next".
4) Then, choose "LEED Green Associate" from the dropdown menu, and click "Next".
5) Enter the city where you want to test, and click "search". When you see the testing center that looks most convenient for you, click "Availability"
next to the test center's location. This takes you to a clickable calendar showing the available times for each open day.
Hi, dear I work in Saudi Arabia as architect engineer I have question in "LEED Green Associate" exam, Are you have translate for each
question inter exam if I select English chose in first exam and I need translate certain question to Arabic ? And how process translate in "LEED
Green Associate"?
Hello Ahmed,
Thank you for contacting us! When you register for your exam through your online account with USGBC, you will have the option to choose Arabic.
If you choose Arabic, this means the exam will be both in English and Arabic (side by side). Does this answer your question?
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programs.
Could you please help me out by suggesting some good education institutes in Al Khobar, Saudi arabia.
Thank you for your interest in LEED credential. "GBCI recommends that candidates taking the LEED Green Associate Exam have exposure to
LEED and green building concepts through educational courses, volunteering, or work experience prior to testing." Because of your construction
experience in MEP, you have in-depth understanding of building and its systems, which would be very helpful for your exam. If you would like to
have additional materials about green building concepts besides the resources listed in this guide, please visit Education@USGBC
(http://www.usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc/listing/basic) for the basic level courses. Best luck with your exam!
Thank you for your interest in the LEED Green Associate Credential. Since each candidate seeking a LEED Green Associate credential has a
unique combination of knowledge and experience, it is difficult to recommend the definitive study materials one would need to pass the exam. In
addition to the LEED Associate exam preparation guide in this article, a great place to start are the references in the LEED Green Associates
Candidate Handbook http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. All of the references listed are free and
available online, with the exception of the LEED Core Concepts Guide, a resource which most exam candidates find to be very helpful. Since the
primary sources for the development of the LEED Professional Exams are the LEED Rating Systems, a detailed understanding of these are
necessary for success. A great place to start is to download the introductory sections to the reference guide for free here (scroll down to
'download for free' button): http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-reference-guide-building-design-and-... After these resources have been
explored and studied, most candidates seek the structure of study guides such as the one in this article (found here
http://www.usgbc.org/store/products/publications), online or in-person courses (found here http://www.usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc/listing/study)
and practice exams to further their understanding of the information. Others may start with a course or study guide and explore the resources in
detail after. There are many paths to success for this exam, but I hope this offers a direction for you to start.
Hi, I am currently working in Saudi Arabia and interested to take LEED exams. Do you have location where exams are conducted here in Saudi?
Hi Jeoffrey, Thanks for your question and your interest in LEED! If you would like to locate your nearest testing center and view availability:
1) Please visit www.prometric.com/ and enter "GBCI" in the Test Sponsor field.
2) Then, confirm "Green Business Certification Inc.", and click "Locate Test Center".
3) Choose the country that you are looking for from dropdown menu, and click "Next".
4) Then, choose "LEED Green Associate" from the dropdown menu, and click "Next".
5) Enter the city where you want to test, and click "search". When you see the testing center that looks most convenient for you, click "Availability"
next to the test center's location. This takes you to a clickable calendar showing the available times for each open day.
Yes, Prometric does have a testing location for GBCI in the Philippines. Location 8475: MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 2/F Ateneo Professional Schools,
130 HV Dela Costa St., Salcedo Village, Makati City. There are other test locations throughout Asia as well. You can search locations by visiting
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www.prometric.com and selecting 'Locate a Test Center'. You then would input GBCI as the test sponsor.
Is there a way to purchase an online version which can be downloaded and printed with a password to help maintain the privacy of the document
like the PMI does. The shipping cost can be saved and one can print by themselves.
I am interested in an online version at a lower cost.
Hi Debapriva, while there is not an on-line version available, there is an e-book version that would not require shipping.
Hi, i wanted to buy a hardcopy. can i get it shipped to Singapore? Any extra charge?
Yes, you may have the hardcopy of the LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition, shipped to Singapore (or anywhere in the
world). The cost of shipping and handling is added to the total cost of the purchase, and is calculated during check-out. The options are Fedex
International Standard or Priority. Good luck on the exam and happy studying!
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Abdullah Al-Medawi
Civil Engineer, Saudi Aramco
Greetings,
Is this product can be considered as a Studying Material for Green Associate and LEED BD+C exam?
Regards,
Abdullah
Abdullah, this guide can absolutely be considered as study material for the LEED Green Associate Exam. I would also recommend looking at the
resources listed on this page and in the Candidate Handbook for the best chance at passing the exam: http://www.usgbc.org/articles/prepare-
your-leed-green-associate-exam. The Core Concepts Guide and the Introductory sections of the LEED Building Design + Construction Reference
Guide listed here are especially helpful resources.
Hi,
I am an architect from India and interested in LEED Green Associate Exam. I need your help with few queries
1. Is it possible to give this exam from India (anywhere in India)
2. How can I get the study material for this examination.
Thanks in advance
Deepti
Thank you for your interest in the LEED Green Associate Exam. We do offer testing in a couple locations in India. One is in Gurgaon and the other
that comes up when I search is in Ahmedabad. You can locate a center by logging into www.prometric.com and clicking on 'Locate a Test Center'.
Select GBCI as the test provider and then select the location again. The best resources to start to prepare for the exam can be found on this link:
http://www.usgbc.org/articles/prepare-your-leed-green-associate-exam. The comments on this page are especially helpful in understanding what
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materials are best for your needs. We typically recommend the Core Concepts Guide and downloading the Introductory sections of the LEED
Building Design + Construction to start. I hope this helps!
HI,
I am looking to purchase a hard copy of the GA exam preparation guide. But I am not able to do so . Can you please explain me the way to
purchase a hard copy through this link.
Regards,
Buji
In order to complete the purchase for the LEED Green Associate v4 Preparation Guide you need to be logged into your USGBC account. Then you
should see a black button above to add to your cart. Clicking that button should take you to your cart. Here you can select your shipping location
and method and then click checkout. Please input all your International or US shipping data and make a payment. The payment is processed
within 24 hours and notification sent to our warehouse to send your order within 7-10 business days. I hope that helps but, if you have troubles
please let me know.
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Hello, I'm Kalgi Vadher currently a senior and pursuing my undergrad degree at Morgan State University in Architecture and Environmental Design
and graduating in Fall 2016. I have a few queries regarding the exam. I'm looking to sign up for the LEED GA exam in summer 2016. My goal after
graduating is to go for M.arch in preservation. I've also talked to my sustainability professor at school regarding the exam and she was more than
glad that I was considering it. I was wondering if anyone of you can may be guide me through the process or let me know if I've chosen a good
time for it. Also, I'd like to know if this the only book I'll need to prepare for the exam. I'd like to sign up for it in summer and start the preparations
right away. Any help would be appreciated. :)
Thank you for your interest in the LEED Green Associate exam. Right now is a great time for you to study and take the LEED Green Associate
exam. We recently instituted new pricing for the exam for students at a much discounted rate (http://www.usgbc.org/articles/discounted-leed-
green-associate-exam-pricing-students). Since each candidate seeking a LEED Green Associate credential has a unique combination of
knowledge and experience, it is difficult to recommend the definitive study materials one would need to pass the exam. A great place to start are
the references in the LEED Green Associates Candidate Handbook http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook.
All of the references listed are free and available online, with the exception of the LEED Core Concepts Guide, a resource which most exam
candidates find to be very helpful. Since the primary sources for the development of the LEED Professional Exams are the LEED Rating Systems,
a detailed understanding of these are necessary for success. You should start by downloading the introductory sections to the reference guide for
free here (scroll down to 'download for free' button): http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-reference-guide-building-design-and-... After these
resources have been explored and studied, most candidates seek the structure of study guides such as this one, or in-person courses (found here
http://www.usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc/listing/study). To access or purchase any of these resources you should be logged into your USGBC
account. I hope this helps to outline our most frequently recommended study materials for this exam.
Is there a version in Spanish coming soon or available now? I am thinking on taking the LEED Green Associate exam in Spanish but I'm not sure
how some terms will be translated and that worries me.
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Thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED Green Associate. We do not have a Spanish Study Bundle for the LEED Green Associate.
However, we are working to make LEED as accessible as possible in Spanish. Here are some of the resources we offer in Spanish, which are
mostly free to Spanish speakers:
The LEED Green Associate exam can be taken with a Spanish translation aide. This means that the Spanish translation will appear alongside the
English exam questions.
LEED Green Associate Exam: Spanish Technical Glossary: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-glossary-terms-translations
LEED Core Concepts Guide in Spanish: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-core-concepts-guide-spanish
LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook Spanish: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-green-associate-candidate-handbook-spanish
For more resources in Spanish, please visit our resources page: http://www.usgbc.org/search/spanish?filters=type%3Aresource
For additional study tips to prepare for LEED credential exams, please check out this article: http://www.usgbc.org/articles/study-tips-leed-v4-
professional-exam.
Buena suerte!
Hi,
The link at http://www.usgbc.org/resources/grid/credentialing does not show any Green Associate handbook in English for some reason?
Hi Diarmuid,
The main download button on this page is the English version: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook
Dear concern,
I am interested to sit for LEED Green Associate exam and I am from Bangladesh. May i complete the course from my country?Is there any seminar
or
class for the course or self study?How may i get the reading materials?
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Rusdana, thank you for your interest in the LEED Green Associate exam. You can complete both coursework and testing form Bangladesh. There is
a testing facility located at: DHAKA, BANGLADESH #8815, AMERICAN ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (AAA), HOUSE 145, ROAD 13B, BLOCK #E, BANANI,
DHAKA. Since each candidate seeking a LEED Green Associate credential has a unique combination of knowledge and experience, it is difficult to
recommend the definitive study materials one would need to pass the exam. A great place to start are the references in the LEED Green
Associates Candidate Handbook http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. All of the references listed are
free and available online, with the exception of the LEED Core Concepts Guide, a resource which most exam candidates find to be very helpful.
Since the primary sources for the development of the LEED Professional Exams are the LEED Rating Systems, a detailed understanding of these
are necessary for success. A great place to start is to download the introductory sections to the reference guide for free here (scroll down to
'download for free' button): http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-reference-guide-building-design-and-... After these resources have been
explored and studied, most candidates seek the structure of study guides such as this one, or in-person courses (found here
http://www.usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc/listing/study). To access or purchase any of these resources you should be logged into your USGBC
account. Should you have issues completing a purchase I would recommend inputting 00000 for the zip code box. Sometimes payments get
kicked back when missing this box. I hope this helps and best wishes on the LEED Green Associate exam.
Thank you for your question about exam preparation resources and materials. We do not approve exam preparation materials in the same way that
we review and then approve or deny courses that meet our standards for continuing education (CMP requirements for LEED credentials). We can
never recommend that there is a short cut to passing the exam. I would recommend starting your exam preparation with the LEED Green Associate
candidate handbook: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. It will outline the references and
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knowledge/task domains that you need to know for the exam. Both were used to write the exam, and you can reference that list and peer reviews
of products when deciding on which products to purchase. Please also feel free to consult this page of exam preparation resources:
http://www.usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc/listing/study.
Thank you for your interest in earning a LEED Green Associate credential. Because I work on the credentialing team, I cannot tell you that any
exam preparation course or materials will off a shortcut to becoming a LEED Green Associate. However, I strongly recommend that you review the
references used to write the exam and confirm your exam preparation covers all the test specifications listed in the candidate handbook:
http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. That said, GBES is a USGBC Education Partner, and we have
worked closely with them on continuing education courses. We hope that you will find their exam preparation materials to be equally useful in
achieving your professional goals. Finally, You may want to confirm with other colleagues about the materials and methods they found useful. We
generally recommend that the candidate handbook be a primary resource in shaping your study plan. We cannot recommend a specific timeline,
because there are so many different levels of experience and expose to green building concepts. Be sure to master the concepts before you take
the test. Good luck!
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While the courses in this series are self-paced, based on the course's AIA LU/HSW continuing education credits, we estimate that the course will
take 9.5 hours. Each candidate must determine what study methods and materials work best. We encourage you to review the Candidate
Handbook (http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook), especially the Exam Specifications and References
sections. Best of luck!
Hi All
Thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED Green Associate! Yes, the exam preparation guide includes practice exams. We also recommend
starting with the LEED Green Associate credential candidate handbook and study bundle. Both are listed below:
1. Review and study the list of references used to write the LEED Green Associate exam: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-
candidate-handbook.
2. Consider reviewing some of the free practice questions in this article: http://www.usgbc.org/articles/sneak-peak-sample-questions-leed-v4-
credential-exams.
3. Consider purchasing the LEED Green Associate study bundle: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/study-bundle-leed-green-associate-exam-
preparation-guide-leed-v4-edition-and-leed-core-con.
4. Visit the credit library (www.usgbc.org/credits) and check out many examples of projects (www.usgbc.org/projects).
5. We also have a guide that will walk you through some of the major changes, accomplishments, and language for LEED v4:
http://www.usgbc.org/articles/get-know-leed-v4-leed-v4-user-guide.
6. Finally, you may also find other exam preparation options online or through Education @USGBC here: http://www.usgbc.org/education.
Good luck!
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Most welcome! Please let us know if you have any additional questions or concerns. Buona fortuna!
Hello,
is there a difference between "the exam preparation guide" and the "study guide" ?
Thanks!
Thank you for your interest in earning the LEED Green Associate credential. Yes, the exam and study guide should be the same. However, we do
have a study bundle which includes "Green Building and LEED Core Concepts Guide" and "LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED
v4 Edition": http://www.usgbc.org/resources/study-bundle-leed-green-associate-exam-preparation-guide-leed-v4-edition-and-leed-core-con.
Please be sure to consult the LEED Green Associate candidate handbook for the complete list of references used to develop the exam:
http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. Good luck!
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Monica Louis
Architect, Lotus for Designs & Engineering Consultances
I am interested in taking LEED GA v4 exam but I would like to ensure the chapters am studying, they are 12 chapters
chapter 1 is Introduction to LEED and green buildings
chapter 2 Introduction to LEED rating system
chapter 3 Location and transportation
chapter 4 Sustainable sites
chapter 5 Water efficiency
chapter 6 Energy and atmosphere
chapter 7 Materials and resources
chapter 8 Indoor environmental quality
chapter 9 Integrative process
chapter 10 Bonus categories
chapter 11 More about USGBC and LEED
chapter 12 value for sustainable design
Thank you for your interest in earning the LEED Green Associate credential. Please be sure to consult the LEED Green Associate candidate
handbook for the complete list of references used to develop the exam: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-
handbook.
It is wrong to say "LEED GA", the rigth term is "LEED Green Associate" or "LEED Green Assoc"
Thank you for your question! Please refer to pages 18-20 of the USGBC Trademark Policy:
http://www.usgbc.org/sites/default/files/Trademark%20Policy_June_2015.pdf.
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I'd like to purchase the V4 study guide for the LEED GA, but it sounds like you guys may update in July. Will this guide still be the most up to date
after July, or should I wait for a V5 to come out?
Thank you for your interest in LEED v4. We will likely not start testing an another version of LEED for several years. Please feel comfortable to
invest time and energy into mastering LEED v4 without fear that another version of the rating system will appear without fair warning.
Thank you for contacting us regarding study resources for the LEED Green Associate v4 exam. The LEED GA v4 study guide is the most current
version the USGBC has published. We have not yet begun working on the next version of the LEED rating system.
There are a number of study resources available, and we have a video to walk you through them (http://vimeo.com/113606715). If you'd rather skip
straight to the links, please see the "LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition, LEED version: v4"
(http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-green-associate-exam-preparation-guide-leed-v4-edition). In addition, the USGBC has partnered with
Everblue to provide an online, on-demand course (http://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/leed-green-associate-v4-exam-prep-4901323).
The following helpful reference documents and articles may also be of interest:
"Sneak peak: Sample questions for the LEED v4 credential exams," March 31, 2014 (http://www.usgbc.org/articles/sneak-peak-sample-questions-
leed-v4-credential-exams)
If you have any other questions, please let us know and we will be glad to help. We wish you all the best on your exam!
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Thank you for your questions about the ISBN for LEED exam materials! LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition has ISBN
numbers: ISBN-13: 9780826912947 and ISBN-10: 082691294X. Hope that helps!
Thank you for your interest in the soft copy of the LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition. ATP Learning did experience
some issues with their website recently. Please feel free to try to make the purchase again. For more support with the error you encountered,
please call or email ATP Learning: http://www.atplearning.com/Contact-W3.aspx. Best wishes on your exam!
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Delson Junior Soares Lima
Student, Southern Illinois University
Hey, I'd like to know if you have this book in other languages.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED Green Associate. We do not have a Spanish Study Bundle for the LEED Green Associate.
However, we are working to make LEED as accessible as possible in Spanish. Here are some of the resources we offer in Spanish, which are
mostly free to Spanish speakers:
The LEED Green Associate exam can be taken with a Spanish translation aide. This means that the Spanish translation will appear alongside the
English exam questions.
LEED Green Associate Exam: Spanish Technical Glossary: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-glossary-terms-translations
LEED Core Concepts Guide in Spanish: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-core-concepts-guide-spanish
LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook Spanish: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-green-associate-candidate-handbook-spanish
For more resources in Spanish, please visit our resources page: http://www.usgbc.org/search/spanish?filters=type%3Aresource
For additional study tips to prepare for LEED credential exams, please check out this article: http://www.usgbc.org/articles/study-tips-leed-v4-
professional-exam.
Buena suerte!
I am civil engineering graduate with 5 years of experience in construction (execution works) field and currently working as assistant project
manager and I want to do LEED please let know the fee and details of obtaining LEED as an individual ,also I need to know how it enhances my
career and I am interested in some new certifications so please guide me
Regards
Madhusudan K R
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Thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED credential holder. Please check out the Which LEED specialty is right for me? portion here:
http://www.usgbc.org/credentials. If you need more information about the rating systems, please also consider consulting the following article in
addition to the credentialing information: http://www.usgbc.org/articles/rating-system-selection-guidance. This webpage will list the current prices
for exams.
The green building industry distinguish their practice in a number of ways, and the benefits of earning a LEED credential will vary widely. LEED
credentials allow professionals to demonstrate their mastery of their related specialty. For example, it might be helpful for an urban planner to have
the LEED AP Neighborhood Development credential. However, their clients or firms may also be looking for education, professional experience,
LEED project experience or other criteria. An excellent point of reference is whether your current or target firm will be certifying any LEED projects
soon.
In short, it really varies quite widely. Consider how others are using it and how employers are valuing it. Please also consider checking out the
experience of seasoned, distinguished LEED professionals: http://www.usgbc.org/people/all/leed-fellow. Or check out job postings for your target
company or countries. Searching for "LEED" in one of your target websites may give you an idea of how well a LEED credential may benefit
professionals.
Good luck!
Hi Madhusudan,
I'd like to inform you GBRI, an USGBC Education Partner is proud to present our exam prep for budding professionals seeking to assist projects
earn LEED Certification. Our courses are USGBC and AIA approved and tailored to meet the requirements of the LEED credential maintenance
program for LEED APs with specialty, Green Associates and Legacy APs transitioning to the specialty system. To know more, you can have a look
at
https://www.gbrionline.org/learning-hub/?ref=nan
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Noon Alsiddig
Architect, None
hi
am lost!!!!what are the other references beside the ( LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition) I need to get in order to
have the full exam material?
Thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED credential holder! At a minimum, you may elect to consult and study all of the references for in-
depth preparation. The LEED Green Associate candidate handbook details the references used to write the exam questions:
http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. Please also consider other resources available to understand LEED
through our website, especially Education @USGBC (usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc) and LEED Projects (http://usgbc.org/projects). Good luck!
I would like to know if I can use the access to digital resources that comes with the Exam Preparation Guide for Leed GA from different computers
or only just one? Thank you.
Hi, I wanted to know if it is possible to buy ONLY the practice exam for the Green Associate Exam. Not the study material.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED credential holder! No, USGBC sells the practice exams with the study bundle; practice exams are
not sold separately. Other companies or providers may offer sample exams without the references or additional readings. Before purchasing any
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materials, consider referencing the candidate handbook when making a decision about which exam preparation materials to invest in:
http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook. Education @USGBC (www.usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc) lists
exam preparation courses as well. Good luck!
I would like to know if I can use the access to digital resources that comes with the Exam Preparation Guide for Leed GA as long as I want or does
it expire after a certain amount of time? Thank you.
Hi Pilar,
You may access the e-resources as long as you'd like - they don't expire. Thanks for checking!
does anyone who knows how to get the answers to the questions on practice exam to check your answers.
Hi Deborah,
Are you referring to the practice exams that are part of the e-resources that come with this guide? If so, there is a button with the answer key on
the same page where the exam is located.
Thanks!
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Thank you for your interest in earning the LEED Green Associate. In addition to the LEED Green Associate study bundle, I would recommend
consulting resources to enhance your learning and studying experience:
1. Study and learn from the list of references here: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook.
2. Consider reviewing some of the free practice questions in this article: http://www.usgbc.org/articles/sneak-peak-sample-questions-leed-v4-
credential-exams.
3. Visit the credit library (www.usgbc.org/credits) and check out many examples of projects (www.usgbc.org/projects).
4. Check out this free video introduction to LEED v4 here: http://www.usgbc.org/articles/free-course-introduction-leed-v4.
5. We also have a guide that will walk you through some of the major changes, accomplishments, and language for LEED v4:
http://www.usgbc.org/articles/get-know-leed-v4-leed-v4-user-guide.
6. Finally, you may also find other exam preparation options online or through Education @USGBC here: http://www.usgbc.org/education-at-usgbc.
Good luck!
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Thank you for your interest in becoming a LEED Green Associate! You may purchase, download and print the following LEED Green Associate
Exam Preparation Guide- an eTextbook from our partner ATP: http://www.atplearning.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=942&CategoryId=230. Good
luck!
25 LEED GA questions, 30 LEED AP questions and 9 things you should need about LEED v4, kindly visit:
https://www.gbrionline.org/leedv4-exam-important-things-to-know/
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Director of LEED Support, U.S. Green Building Council
To locate the test center nearest you in Bangalore, go to Prometric's website (https://www.prometric.com/en-us/clients/gbci/Pages/landing.aspx),
select "Locate a Test Center" and select India from the drop down menu. Follow the prompts and you'll get a list of the test centers nearest you.
Will this guide alone, be enough for studying for the LEED Green Associate exam?
Thank you for your interest in earning the LEED Green Associate. The study bundle will be a great foundation for your studying. I also would
recommend consulting resources to enhance your learning and studying experience:
Good luck!
I had the previous matrial,is v4too much different and do i have to purchase the new material to be able to pass the exam ?please advise
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2 years 27 weeks ago
Whitney Terrill
., .
Thank you for your interest in earning the LEED Green Associate credential! Knowing more about the changes in LEED v4 may help you decide
whether to purchase updated materials.
The reference materials for the LEED Green Associate exam have been updated with LEED v4 content. Please see the list of references here:
http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-v4-green-associate-candidate-handbook.
For more information about where to test, please www.prometric.com/gbci and then click on "Locate a Test Center". To register for a LEED exam,
please register for an exam through your USGBC.org account. Visit www.usgbc.org/credentials for more information about the available
credentials.
When i open a book in Adobe Digital Editions, i get an error stating that another user account has the book locked:
"E_LIC_ALREADY_FULFILLED_BY_ANOTHER_USER"
I ask you to have the activation reset for the e-book.thank you
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I am sorry you are having trouble. Please send me your contact information so we can properly address your situation.
zehrakarahasan@hotmail.com
order number: 44858
thank you
I've purchased LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide ATP eTextbook on 12/14/2014.I formatted my computer yesterday.I download it
again from my account but I could not open the book.message came saying that the book is being used by another user.I ask you to resolve my
problem.thank you
If you are still experiencing issues, our partner ATP may be reached via the below contact:
Telephone Toll-Free: 800-323-3471 (7 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, CST)
American Technical Publishers, Inc.
10100 Orland Parkway, Suite 200
Orland Park, IL 60467-5756
E-mail: service@atplearning.com
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I have purchased "LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide ATP eTextbook" from ATP's website. I can not print the book!, is this normal?
Thank you for your comment. I apologize for your difficulty. ATP eTextbooks are not standard PDF files and require the installation of eReader
software.
To download the e-version of the book please follow these steps:
1. Before downloading your ATP eTextbook, you must download Adobe Digital Editions for your computer or BlueFire Reader for your mobile
device.
http://www.adobe.com/solutions/ebook/digital-editions/download.html
http://www.bluefirereader.com/ios-and-android-apps.html
2. Follow the installation instructions (provided at http://www.atplearning.com/ATP-eTextbooks-15.aspx ) in order to properly install Adobe Digital
Editions.
a. Set up an Adobe ID to activate and register Adobe Digital Editions. Do not skip this step.
b. Authorize Computer through the Adobe Digital Editions Help section.
Thank you,
Chuck
I've purchased LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide ATP eTextbook on 12/14/2014.I formatted my computer yesterday.I download it
again from my account but I could not open the book.message came saying that the book is being used by another user.I ask you to resolve my
problem.thank you
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2 years 34 weeks ago
Jose Flores
Lead Alcohol Proctor, Columbia University
Is there a discounted member price for the e-book version of LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide? At the moment, it seems like the
hard copy is cheaper than the e-book version.
I want to start preparing for LEED GA examination ??? is it really necessary to buy this study material ?? are there any references
online through which i can study for the exam and pass it ?? PS - i live in delhi,india . will this be able to ship here ???
Regarding the LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition. I see that it contains the V4 Core Concepts and Themes. Does
that mean that I don't need to use/buy the separate Core Concepts book?
For complete coverage of the material that can be covered by the LEED Green Associate Exam it is best to purchase both publications.
I have purchased "LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide ATP eTextbook" from ATP website. I have purchased the e-book version to
avoid the delays in delivery to my country(Romania) but I can not print this book in my printer(This is not mentioned on the ATP website.). Am I
missing something?
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Alp
Why nobody from ATP/USGBC want to help and solve the problem of downloading this book...is it difficult? And why USGBC offer all books in
ebook format except this one?
Thank you for your comment. I apologize for your difficulty. ATP eTextbooks are not standard PDF files and require the installation of eReader
software. To download the e-version of the book please follow these steps:
1. Before downloading your ATP eTextbook, you must download Adobe Digital Editions for your computer or BlueFire Reader for your mobile
device.
http://www.adobe.com/solutions/ebook/digital-editions/download.html
http://www.bluefirereader.com/ios-and-android-apps.html
2. Follow the installation instructions (provided at http://www.atplearning.com/ATP-eTextbooks-15.aspx ) in order to properly install Adobe Digital
Editions.
a. Set up an Adobe ID to activate and register Adobe Digital Editions. Do not skip this step.
b. Authorize Computer through the Adobe Digital Editions Help section.
I can not print the e-book version(it was not mentioned during the purchase)
Is this normal or am I missing something?
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2 years 35 weeks ago
Kemal Alp Bingol
Company Owner, wedesign|workplace experts
Hi Charles,
I have purchased "LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide ATP eTextbook" from ATP website. I have purchased the e-book version to
avoid the delays in delivery to my country(Romania) but I can not print this book in my printer(This is not mentioned on the ATP website.). Am I
missing something?
Thanks in advance for the help.
Alp
Hi Charles,
I have purchased "LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide ATP eTextbook" from ATP website. I have purchased the e-book version to
avoid the delays in delivery to my country(Romania) but I can not print this book in my printer(This is not mentioned on the ATP website.). Am I
missing something?
Thanks in advance for the help.
Alp
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finally, I managed to decode the phone number issue and i downloaded the book successfully....
hello
I can not downloading e-book and having trouble with purchasing this e-book
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I can not downloading e-book and having trouble with purchasing this e-book
hello
I can not downloading e-book and having trouble with purchasing this e-book
hello
I can not downloading e-book and having trouble with purchasing this e-book
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hello
I can not downloading e-book and having trouble with purchasing this e-book
hello
I can not downloading e-book and having trouble with purchasing this e-book
hello
I can not downloading e-book and having trouble with purchasing this e-book
hello
I can not downloading e-book and having trouble with purchasing this e-book
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Mowayad Haneef
Member - architect, Royal Commission in yanbu
hello
I can not downloading e-book and having trouble with purchasing this e-book
I am also having trouble with purchasing the e-book. Has this been resolved?
Thanks
It doesn't work. It replies saying 'Phone number must be only numbers and no spaces' even writing it with no spaces and properly. It's not possible
to order it. When is LEED staff going to solve this and make available an ebook of LEED GA Exam Preparation a Guide?
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Ebook is not available for non American users. How to get it? Not possible on atplearning.com
If I click on blue 'here' the web page is only available for American users. You have to write an American zip code even been an ebook. How to get
the ebook outside America?
Digital edition is not working, I tried many times but always a problem with telephone number. The server refuse any form of digitation. Spaces or
not no way to proceed. Let me know, please.
Thank you
ED
Digital edition is not working, I tried many times but always a problem with telephone number. The server refuse any form of digitation. Spaces or
not no way to proceed. Let me know, please.
Thank you
ED
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We have both pdf eBooks and print books for LEED exam. Many of our readers passed the exam on the first try. See link:
GreenExamEducation(dot)com
Mr. Chen,
Thank you for your interest in our product. I appreciate your work in developing LEED exam prep. However, could you please refrain from using
this forum as a venue for promoting your products? This forum is for questions or comments about the LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation
Guide developed by ATP. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me directly. Thank you and have a great day.
We have both the pdf format e-Books and print books available for LEED Green Associate exam. People have passed the exam using one or both
of my books:
"LEED v4 Green Associate exam Guide" (ISBN: 9781612650180)
or
"LEED GA MOCK EXAMS (LEED v4)" (ISBN: 9781612650197)
See GreenExamEducation.com
The print books are also available on Amazon and bn.com
Mr. Chen,
Thank you for your interest in our product. I appreciate your work in developing LEED exam prep. However, could you please refrain from using
this forum as a venue for promoting your products? This forum is for questions or comments about the LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation
Guide developed by ATP. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me directly. Thank you and have a great day.
Please note above that the e-book version of this new LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition is available for purchase at
http://www.atplearning.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=942&CategoryId=230. Cost is $95 with no USGBC member discount indicated.
Only hard copy seems to be available. No soft copy available for downloading
Please note: an e-book version of this guide is available for purchase here.
Electronic copy of LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide ATP eTextbook, not available so far
when it will be ready for downloading?
The e-version is available. Click the blue 'here' in the book description:
Please note: an e-book version of this guide is available for purchase here.
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Or go to: http://www.atplearning.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=942&CategoryId=230
I tried to buy e-book from from the link above..and what appears to me there is no link for buying and downloading out side USA.
please advice
I tried to buy e-book from from the link above..and what appears to me there is no link for buying and downloading out side USA.
please advice
I tried to buy e-book from from the link above..and what appears to me there is no link for buying and downloading out side USA.
please advice
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I tried to buy e-book from from the link above..and what appears to me there is no link for buying and downloading out side USA.
please advice
I was hoping to get some feedback from people who have already written this exam. I have pre-ordered this study guide in preparation for me to
write the Green Associates Exam. I have not yet set a date for me to write it and was wondering if anyone had any idea of the time you should give
yourself to study before writing it. Any feedback would be very much appreciated.
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When will this study guide be available to purchase in a digital format? Thank you!
Hi Maureen,
We expect the digital copy to be ready for purchase later this week. Thanks for checking!
In our past experience, teaching the Green Associate prep course for LEEDv2009 - the Core Concepts and LEED Green Associate Study guides
provide a good starting point for exam preparation. We understand that this will be similar for the LEEDv4 Green Associate exam as well.
The exam requires an understanding of terms used, metrics defined, and referenced standards for the LEED for New Construction, Homes, and
Existing Buildings rating systems. As such, it is very important to understand the Glossary of Terms and Intro sections of the LEED for Homes and
O+M rating systems (as referenced in the Green Associate Candidate Handbook). This should be supplemented with practice exams to prepare
you for the exam format.
In short - you can get away with studying from this Study Guide, the Core Concepts and the free Primary References listed in the Candidate
Handbook. An understanding of the New Construction Rating System, LEEDOnline, and practice exams will help significantly.
Thanks,
Ravi
Thanks for sharing your experience, Ravi! I'm sure this is very helpful for others to keep in mind.
I am really confused... I want to take the exam of the Green Associate but i can't understand what i have to study. Is this book enough itself in order
to pass the exam?
Hi Panagiotis,
While this book is a great resource, I recommend you start by reading the Candidate Handbook. It outlines what you need to study and what
resources are available.
Thanks!
I noticed from their website, that the publisher ATP sells the book for $95 -- as compared to the $99.00 "non-member" USGBC price listed here.
Is LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Guide, LEED v4 Edition the only material required for Green associate exam??
Hi Shivani,
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This guide is one resource for studying for the exam. There isn't required material, per se, but there is additional material that will be helpful. I
recommend you start by reading the Candidate Handbook. It outlines what you need to study and what resources are available. Thanks!
i have registered for my exam for end November 2014. May i request your guidance on study material required for the green associate exam. Is it
the LEED v4 edition link given online? How long would a hard copy take to reach me at Singapore and if too long, then do i have an option to
request for a soft copy? Also, is this the only material for study? Since i have the exam end of next month, i would appreciate an early reply.
Thanks!!!
Hi Shivani,
We expect an e-book version of this guide to be available for purchase in the next week or so!
Thanks!
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