Entry into the certification program is competitive, with strict requirements for both initial qualification and ongoing maintenance of the certification. Candidates must be NFRA members in good standing to apply and are required to pay a fee of $350 for the examination, plus a $100 annual renewal fee. The study materials for the exam are made available through a secure online link once the fee is paid. The exam itself is offered once a year at the NFRA’s conference and covers a broad range of topics as outlined in the study materials. A passing score of 75% is required. You must buy a conference ticket to take the exam. You cannot purchase a CFRS conference ticket until you are officially a CFRS.
Those who successfully pass the exam are awarded the title of Certified Foundation Repair Specialist®, a designation that must be maintained through continuous professional development, requiring at least 6 hours of continuing education annually, and by keeping their NFRA membership active.