Certified Lighting Management Consultant® (CLMC®)

The lighting industry’s premier certification for advanced expertise and leadership

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180 days to complete your exam after registration

Why CLMC® Certification?

One of the industry’s highest credentials and the oldest nationally recognized lighting certification
First lighting certification accepted by the EPA’s ENERGY STAR® program
Demonstrates advanced technical expertise and comprehensive industry knowledge

How It Works

Apply → Prepare → Test → Get Certified

Exam Details

Administration:
Exams are offered in person at NALMCO-sponsored events or online through a secure platform with biometric identity verification and AI-assisted monitoring.

Exam Content Areas:

  • Characteristics and application of lamps, ballasts, fixtures, and controls
  • Lighting layout design and applications
  • Energy conservation strategies
  • Lighting maintenance, recycling, and disposal
  • Sustainable lighting practices

Exam Window: 180 days from registration

Eligibility Requirements

Experience Criteria:

  • Minimum of 3 years in lighting management + bachelor’s degree, or
  • Minimum of 5 years in lighting management

Additional Requirements:

  • Role directly impacting lighting systems
  • Agreement to NALMCO Code of Ethics
  • Review of the CLMC Candidate Handbook

Program Fees

Members

$500

Discount code required (updated annually)

Non-Members

$1,000

Within 24–48 business hours, candidates receive their NALMCO Identifier and secure exam access link via email from AllianceSafetyCouncil.org.

Prepare for Success

Content review sessions are conducted prior to NALMCO-sponsored events and are strongly recommended. These sessions reinforce key concepts and provide opportunities for discussion.

Registered candidates also receive access to a recorded session and additional study resources through the Knowledge Center.

Recertification

Certification must be renewed every three years.

  • $300 renewal fee
  • 40 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

CEUs can be tracked through your NALMCO profile. Renewal invoices are issued in September of the expiration year.

Take the Next Step in Your Career

Apply today and earn your CLMC® certification.

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