Offered by Global Education Partners, instructor-led courses teach the ProFM® Credential Program in an in-person or online classroom format.
An Instructor-Led Course May be Your Perfect Fit if You:
- Learn best in a structured setting with the support of an expert instructor and discussion with your peers.
- Require a set schedule and encouragement to keep you on track with your studies.
- Want to take advantage of company/employee tuition reimbursement programs.
- Wish to expand your professional network and share industry best practices.
“I truly enjoyed EVERY portion of this course and I am very very happy I found time to attend. The instructors were very knowledgeable in their respective areas. I will recommend this program to everyone at my company.“
ProFM Course Participant, Aug. 2018
What's Included in the ProFM Credential Instructor-Assisted Course?
IN-PERSON OR ONLINE INSTRUCTION
- Structured course syllabus: Your ProFM-credentialed instructor will guide you through a set syllabus and assignments to ensure you stay on track to complete your ProFM credential.
- Online or in-person classroom format: Courses are available in either the traditional in-person classroom format or online format.
- Instructor guidance: Your expert instructor will use class time to highlight important topics, share FM insights, and discuss questions.
- Class discussions: Discuss topics and share experiences with other ProFM candidates across a variety of industries.
PROFM CREDENTIAL PROGRAM (ONLINE + PRINT)
- Reading materials, accessible online by embedded e-reader and also provided as printed books, include 5 modules:
Module 1: Competencies for Facility Professionals
Module 2: Asset Management
Module 3: Risk Management
Module 4: Business Management
Module 5: Operations & Maintenance - Printed books are also available for an additional US$50 (plus shipping and taxes)
- Mobile-optimized online study tools, available for 12 months, will help you develop a personalized study plan, apply and test your comprehension of the ProFM Body of Knowledge topics. These online tools include:
Pre-test
Evaluate your initial knowledge to identify areas of strength and weakness.
SmartStudy
Build a customized study plan using your pre-test results to target your most challenging topics and optimize your preparation time.
Section quizzes
After reading each section, test your comprehension, retention, and ability to apply concepts.
Flashcards
Review key facility management terms and definitions.
Progress Report
Track your activities and scores.
Resource Center
Access additional FM resources, feedback links and more.
Online Access Period
12 months from date of purchase.
ONLINE PROFM FINAL ASSESSMENT
- Part 1: Knowledge Exam – Designed to measure your breadth of knowledge in the FM profession, based on the 19 functional knowledge areas and five (5) cross-functional competencies of the ProFM Body of Knowledge.
75 Multiple Choice Questions
90 minute time limit
- Part 2: Application Exam – Designed to test your ability to apply your skills to real-world scenarios that you may encounter in your work. Questions focus on reviewing and critically analyzing different situations to best apply the ProFM knowledge and competencies.
50 Multiple Choice Questions
90 minute time limit
- Complete on your own device, at a convenient time and place
- Assessment may be repeated at no additional fee until you pass with a score of 70% or higher (within your 12 month access period)
- Submit your final results online to receive your official certificate
