The Certification indicates that individuals have passed the Certification Exam and have competence in critical job knowledge, skills and abilities, as outlined in the exam blueprint. The Certification program is aligned with an internationally recognized training standard (ISO 17024) which is recognized and valued by employers (and provides assurance for employers that BOC Certification is a valid and verified assessment of knowledge and skills in energy efficient building operation). Additionally, some city and state policies recognize BOC training and/or certification as a qualification for overseeing various compliance requirements. To learn more, see our Policy Compliance page.