NRCA ProCertified® Metal Panel Roof Systems Installer - National Roofing Contractors Association

The NRCA PROCertified^® Metal Panel Roof Systems Installer certification verifies the knowledge and skill of an experienced roof systems installer.

Achieving NRCA PROCertification requires meeting specific eligibility criteria and successfully passing a rigorous hands-on skills assessment.

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Earn your certification in three steps:

Create an account and login
Pass the eligibility exam and apply
Pass a hands-on skills assessment

Eligibility Requirements

A minimum of 36 months' experience installing metal panel roof systems on steep-slope roofs, including but not limited to measuring, cutting, field fabrication of .032 prefinished aluminum panels, various flashing details, valleys and penetration details, are required. Installers need to be familiar with the installation of underlayment materials. Most recent experience must be within the past 12 months.
Passing score on an online, multiple-choice exam
Employer validation of work experience, skills and knowledge

NRCA PROCertification Eligibility Exam

Exam info:

60 multiple-choice questions (with audio)

Steep-slope eligibility exam and outline:
Exam
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Hands-on Skills Assessment

This assessment is conducted using a mockup. A Qualified Assessor guides the candidate through specific tasks. Qualified Assessors are roof system experts and independently contracted by installers and roofing contractors to administer hands-on skills assessments. Find an approved Qualified Assessor.

Readiness Checklists

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Performance Exam Mockup Design

Mockup Design Specifications

Performance Exam Sample Assignment

Metal Panel Roof Systems Installer Sample Assignment

Job Task Analysis

JTAs define the knowledge and skills necessary for a given role. NRCA PROCertification eligibility and hands-on skill assessment are based on the information shown in each JTA.

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PROCertification Application Fees

Option 1: One-time payment
Submit an application and pay the full certification fee. This option is great for those who do not want to be concerned with ongoing payments.

One-time Payment	NRCA Member	Nonmember
Initial fee (per applicant)	$799	$1,599
Renewal fee (every three years)	$199	$399

Option 2: Recurring annual payments
This option offers an annual fee per certification and is transferrable to another employee. This option is perfect for companies that use transient labor.

Recurring Annual Payment	NRCA Member	Nonmember
Annual fee	$199	$399
Renewal fee	$0	$0

Certification Renewal

To renew your certification, you must complete training within the three-year renewal cycle. Training can take place in a classroom, real-world or online environment. You can work with manufacturers, distributors, contractors and NRCA to stay on top of training. Be sure to log your training hours and certificates to show NRCA when you’re ready to renew!

The PROCertification renewal process allows NRCA PROCertified® individuals to demonstrate their commitment to continuing education and professionalism. PROCertification Roof System Installer and Roofing Foreman certification renewal is required every three years.

Members: $199
Nonmembers: $399

Metal Panel Roof Systems Installer