Certified Design Firm Administrator

The CDFA credential is a voluntary certification designed to elevate the professional standards in design firm management and administration and contribute to the firm's organizational growth and maturity through better practices in firm management. The credential comprised by the SDA's Certification Program distinguishes and supports the roles performed by the spectrum of administrators and managers in the A/E/C firm. Certified Design Firm Administrator Website

More than two years of education or training after high school required? Yes

More than two years of work experience required? Yes

Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Renewal Required? Every 1 Year(s)

Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? Yes

Renew through Re-Examination? No

Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)? No

Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No