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NRCA ProCertification Roof System Installer Certifications
PROCertification®

Modified Bitumen Systems Installer

The NRCA PROCertified® Modified Bitumen 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:

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

Eligibility Requirements

  • A minimum of 24 months' experience installing polymer-modified bitumen roof system within the chosen attachment method designation; competency applying cap sheets in the field and wall flashing details at inside and outside corners; and a full understanding of drain assemblies are required. Most recent experience must be within the past 12 months. The torch-applied designation also requires the applicant to hold a current CERTA applicator certification or an equivalent credential. Not yet a CERTA applicator? Find a CERTA trainer here.
  • 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)

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

To complete this assessment, candidates must submit various forms of media, such as photos and videos of themselves performing specific tasks on a job or mockup via a mobile app (NRCA will provide a link). A Qualified Assessor will review and score the submitted work.

Readiness Checklists

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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

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