The U.S. Qualification Standards were revised effective Jan. 1, 2022, to broaden their scope and strengthen the CE requirements. The standards were developed by the Academy Committee on Qualifications and approved by the Board of Directors.

U.S. Qualification Standards 
(in effect as of Jan. 1, 2022)

FAQs on the U.S. Qualification Standards

"Which CE Requirements Apply to Me?" infographic applicable to 2022 USQS
(March 2022)

Submitting Additional Questions
(use the online form to submit your additional questions about the U.S. Qualification Standards)

History of U.S. Qualification Standards

U.S. Qualification Standards 
(in effect from Jan. 1, 2008, through Dec. 31, 2021)

The pre-2008 standards
(in effect through Dec. 31, 2007)