ASPE Education

  • Visit the National ASPE website for certification information and needed forms here.
  • For the SEP manual, exams, and apparel visit the National ASPE Bookstore here.
  • EP1 and EP2 exams are on the ASPE national website here.

ASPE has two major educational programs for members and non-members. The first is for newcomers to the estimating field in which they can achieve a “Certificate in Construction Estimating”. To achieve this certificate you must pass five ASPE online estimating classes.

The second is for experienced estimators wishing to achieve the highest level of accreditation. This is the ASPE Certification program. Upon completing and passing the required prerequisites the individual will earn the honor of the title of Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) and will be granted the right to use the title after his or her name.

After completing one or both of these programs the education continues. At the local chapter level ASPE hold seminars for members and non-members alike. These range from two-hour single topic meetings to seminars two days long covering a variety of construction and estimating topics.

Certificate in Construction Estimating

To qualify you will need to pass five ASPE online estimating classes.

Required classes:
  • Estimating and Bidding I
  • Estimating and Bidding II
  • Construction Materials & Processes
Complete two of the following classes:
  • Introduction to Construction estimating
  • Construction Blueprint Reading
  • Construction Math
For futher information visit the ASPE Education website here.

Certified Professional Estimator

To qualify you will need to complete the following:

  1. Pass two examinations:
    1. The General Knowledge exam consisting of over 500 questions across a broad variety of construction topics, including AIA documents such as the Instruction for Bidders and the AIA 201 Contract Between the Owner and Contractor.
    2. The Discipline Specific Test. This exam is a test of the candidate’s specific area of expertise. Currently ASPE has Discipline Specific Tests in the following categories:
      • Division 1   - General Estimating
      • Division 2   - Earthwork
      • Division 3   - Concrete
      • Division 7   - Roofing
      • Division 9   - Drywall Systems, Painting
      • Division 15 - Plumbing, HVAC Piping, HVAC Sheet Metal
      • Division 16 - Electrical
  2. Write a 2500 word technical paper.