Clear answers about programs, certification, and verification

The American Society for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (ASEEE) is a US-based professional society. ASEEE designs, accredits, and certifies competency-based training programs in electrical, instrumentation and control, and electronics engineering. Programs are delivered through ASEEE-approved training centers, and every certificate we issue can be verified online. Our mission is captured in three words: Innovate, Educate, and Empower.

ASEEE programs serve technicians, engineers, supervisors, inspectors, and safety professionals who work with electrical, instrumentation, control, and electronic systems. Typical participants include:

• Electrical and instrumentation technicians seeking verified competence
• Engineers moving into specialized fields such as protection or hazardous areas
• Supervisors and authorized persons responsible for safe systems of work
• Employers building qualified, auditable workforces

ASEEE programs are organized into nine disciplines: Power Systems & High Voltage; Cable Jointing & Termination; Hazardous Areas & Explosion Protection; Instrumentation, Control & Calibration; Electrical Safety & Authorization; Fire & Gas Detection and Life Safety; Testing, Inspection & QA/QC; Utility Locating & Cathodic Protection; and Electrical Installation, Electronics & Communications. Visit the courses page to browse current programs.

An ASEEE certificate confirms that a candidate has demonstrated defined competencies, not simply attended a course. Each program sets out learning outcomes linked to recognized codes and standards. Candidates complete knowledge and practical assessments, and certificates are issued only when assessment criteria are met. Details are available in our Certification Policy.

You can email us at [email protected] or use the form on our contact page. Please include your certificate ID or training center name, if relevant, so we can respond to your inquiry efficiently.

ASEEE programs are delivered through approved training centers. To enroll:

• Browse the courses page and select a program
• Choose an approved training center offering that program
• Contact the center or submit an inquiry to confirm dates and requirements
• Complete registration with the center

If you need help finding a center, email [email protected].

Prerequisites depend on the program. Foundation programs are generally open to candidates with basic technical knowledge. Advanced and authorization-level programs may require prior qualifications, documented work experience, or completion of a lower-level ASEEE program. Prerequisites for each program are listed on its course page, and training centers can confirm eligibility before you register.

Yes. Practical work is central to competency-based training. Most ASEEE programs combine classroom instruction with hands-on exercises on representative equipment, and practical assessment is part of certification wherever the competency requires it. The balance between theory and practice varies by program and is described on each course page.

Yes. Employers can arrange group or on-site delivery through an ASEEE-approved training center. Group programs follow the same learning outcomes and assessment criteria as public sessions, so certificates carry the same value. To discuss group training, contact an approved center directly or email [email protected] and we will connect you with a suitable provider.

Programs are developed in English. Some approved training centers may offer delivery or support in additional languages, depending on their capabilities and local needs. Assessment standards remain the same regardless of the delivery language. Please confirm language options with your chosen training center before enrolling.

Every ASEEE certificate carries a unique ID. To verify a certificate:

• Go to Certificate Check at aseee.org/verify
• Enter the certificate ID exactly as printed
• Review the holder name, program, and status returned

If the details do not match the certificate presented to you, email [email protected].

Validity depends on the program. For most competency programs, ASEEE recommends recertification every three years so that skills remain aligned with current codes, standards, and technology. The validity period, where applicable, is shown on the certificate and in its online verification record. See the Certification Policy for details.

Recertification confirms that your competence remains current. Depending on the program, it may involve a refresher program, a reassessment, or both. We recommend planning recertification before your current certificate reaches the end of its recommended validity period. Contact an approved training center or email [email protected] to learn which recertification route applies to your program.

If your name, program title, or other details are incorrect, contact the training center where you completed the program, or email [email protected] with your certificate ID and a description of the error. Supporting documents may be requested. Once verified, a corrected certificate is issued and the online verification record is updated.

Yes. ASEEE may suspend or revoke a certificate in cases such as assessment misconduct, misrepresentation, falsification, or serious breaches of the Code of Ethics. A certificate that has been suspended or revoked will show its status in online verification. Decisions can be appealed under our Complaints & Appeals Policy.

An approved training center is an organization that ASEEE has reviewed and authorized to deliver specific ASEEE programs. Approval considers factors such as qualified instructors and assessors, suitable facilities and equipment, and quality management. Approved centers deliver programs according to ASEEE learning outcomes and assessment requirements.

Use Center Check at aseee.org/verify to confirm that a training center is approved by ASEEE. We recommend verifying a center before you enroll or pay any fees. If a provider claims to deliver ASEEE programs but does not appear in Center Check, please report it to [email protected].

Organizations interested in delivering ASEEE programs can apply for approval. The process typically includes:

• Submitting an application and supporting documentation
• Review of instructors, assessors, facilities, and equipment
• Review of quality and record-keeping procedures
• Agreement to ASEEE delivery and assessment requirements

Email [email protected] to request application information.

No. Approval is program-specific. A training center is authorized only for the programs for which it has demonstrated suitable instructors, assessors, facilities, and equipment. Centers can apply to extend their approval to additional programs. Before enrolling, confirm with the center that your chosen program is within its approved scope.

If you have a concern about the quality of delivery, assessment, or conduct at an approved training center, raise it first with the center. If the issue is not resolved, you can submit a complaint to ASEEE at [email protected]. Complaints are handled under our Complaints & Appeals Policy.

Program fees and payment methods are set by the approved training center delivering the program, or are shown during checkout where online payment is available. Please confirm the total fee, what it includes, and accepted payment methods before registering. Always verify the center through Center Check before making a payment.

Refund and cancellation terms depend on when a request is made and on how the program was purchased. Full details, including how to submit a request, are available on our Refund & Cancellation Policy page. For programs purchased through a training center, the center’s own terms may also apply.

ASEEE collects and uses personal information to deliver programs, issue and verify certificates, and communicate with you. Certificate verification displays only the information needed to confirm a credential. Our Privacy Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and the rights available to you, including rights for California residents and visitors from the European Union.

You can submit a complaint or appeal by emailing [email protected]. Please include:

• Your name and contact details
• Your certificate ID or training center name, if relevant
• A clear description of the issue or decision being appealed
• Any supporting documents

The process and timelines are described in our Complaints & Appeals Policy.

No. ASEEE membership does not use online self-registration. You apply by completing the membership application form. The membership office reviews your details and replies by email from [email protected] with the next steps, including eligibility confirmation and, if approved, fee and payment instructions. See How to Apply for the full process.

Choose the grade that best matches your current education, experience and responsibility. Typical criteria are set out on the Membership Grades & Eligibility page. If you are unsure, select the closest grade on the application form. ASEEE reviews every application individually and may recommend a different grade after review.

Fees depend on the membership grade. They are not paid when you submit the application form. Once ASEEE has reviewed your application, the membership office emails you the applicable fee together with payment instructions. Questions about fees can be sent to [email protected].

Requirements vary by grade. Commonly requested documents include:

• A current CV
• Copies of qualifications and certificates
• Proof of employment for Member and Senior Member grades
• A student ID or proof of enrollment for Student Members

See Membership Grades & Eligibility for details.

Fellow is not open to direct application. It is the society’s highest individual grade and is conferred by invitation or following nomination, generally for established Senior Members with an extended record of technical achievement, leadership or service. To ask about nominating a colleague, write to [email protected]. More detail is on the Membership Grades page.

Approved members receive a membership certificate carrying a unique serial number. Employers, clients and other parties can check ASEEE credentials online through the verification service. Membership is renewed annually, and ASEEE sends renewal reminders by email so your record stays current. Learn more on the Membership page.