 About the FMP Program
Download the FMP Brochure
The FMP designation requires six (6) credits
and can be completed in approximately 12 months.
Credits are earned through the completion of approved
courses in the following
areas:
Training for the FMP will be available through
IFMA and approved providers (partner associations,
community colleges, training companies) and a
variety of learning formats (conferences, chapters,
councils, on-site seminars, online courses and
IFMA Recognized Programs).
FMP candidates may customize and integrate their
training to build the specific knowledge they
need to meet individual goals. The FM Business
Workshop is the only required IFMA course.
Advanced Placement
Professionals and students who have completed
coursework through an IFMA-approved provider
or an IFMA Recognized Program prior to applying
for the FMP may seek advanced placement in Areas
1-4. The courses must have been taken through
an IFMA-approved provider or IFMA Recognized
Program, and documentation of completion must
be submitted during the application process.
(An additional fee will not be assessed for
IFMA Recognized Program coursework.)
"I feel very good about receiving
the Facility Management Professional
designation. The IFMA staff did
a wonderful job of providing all
the information necessary to complete
the coursework. I was able to
submit documentation of college
facility courses and outside management
training seminars that I had taken
over the years to the IFMA Review
Team which helped to expedite
the process. This was a rewarding
experience and I believe that
having my FMP will assist with
future opportunities working in
the facility management arena."
—Peggy J. Dabels,
FMP
ACE American Insurance Company |
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Completion of Courses and Assessment
All courses submitted to IFMA must show that an
assessment has been completed. If you have taken
courses in 2004 that would count toward advanced
placement in the FMP, you must complete the
assessment for the course prior to sending your
final application to IFMA. Assessment will be
offered online and following courses completion
at all IFMA organized functions.
Recertification
FMP designees will be required to recertify every
two years. Recertification criteria will be
defined under the following areas:
- networking
- business/workplace leadership
- participation in research activities through
IFMA Headquarters
- continuing education
- career growth
- involvement in committees in the workplace.
The cost of recertification is $100.
Application and Fees
Download the appropriate online application form
below. Candidates may print and fax or mail
their completed applications to IFMA Headquarters.
Step One:
Registration Form (to begin process of FMP)
Step Two:
Application
for Designation
Application
for Designation (IFMA Recognized Programs
Graduates Only)
Non-Recognized Programs
Coursework obtained through a college, university
or training program not recognized by IFMA may
be used toward requirements for the FMP. In
order to maintain the quality and integrity
of the FMP program, IFMA requires the candidate
to submit a transcript, course materials and
a contact at the institution. Once IFMA has
determined if credit may be granted for the
area in question, the candidate will be notified.
Review Fee: a $25 (U.S.) fee
will be assessed (waived for IFMA Recognized Programs)
For more information, please contact certification@ifma.org. |
