Certified Lighting Controls Professional™ (CLCP™)

Validate your expertise in modern lighting control systems and technologies

Enroll in CLCP Program

Complete your exam within 90 days of registration

The Certified Lighting Controls Professional™ (CLCP™) designation—administered by NALMCO—recognizes professionals who demonstrate verified expertise in modern lighting control technologies. As lighting systems become more intelligent and interconnected, CLCP ensures professionals are equipped with current, industry-driven knowledge.

The program is based on curriculum developed by the Lighting Controls Association and delivered through the NEMA Academy’s Education Express platform, ensuring alignment with current technologies, codes, and market trends.

Why CLCP™ Matters

Confirms expertise in advanced lighting control systems
Recognized credential across the lighting and controls industry
Prepares professionals for wireless, intelligent, and code-driven systems
Builds credibility with clients, employers, and stakeholders

Who Should Pursue CLCP™?

  • Project Managers & Auditors: Design, layout, and control specifications
  • Managers & Supervisors: Oversee lighting and controls projects
  • Purchasing Agents: Influence product selection and buying decisions
  • Sales Professionals: Develop proposals and recommend solutions
  • Lighting Technicians: Install, commission, and maintain systems
  • Architects: Stay current on energy codes and sustainability
  • IT Professionals: Support wireless systems, networks, and cybersecurity
  • Educational Institutions: Provide training for future professionals

Exam Content Areas

  • Introduction to Lighting Control
  • Switching Control
  • Dimming Control
  • Lighting Control System Design
  • Lighting Controls for Existing Buildings
  • Commissioning and Lighting Controls
  • Daylight Harvesting
  • Lighting and Commercial Energy Codes
  • Personal Lighting Control
  • Lighting Control and LEDs
  • Wireless Lighting Control
  • Intelligent Lighting Control

Education & Exam Preparation

Candidates are strongly encouraged to complete Lighting Controls Association modules through NEMA Academy’s Education Express platform.

  • Module Cost: $5–$20 per module
  • Delivery: Online, self-paced

Note: Education modules are not included with the exam registration fee and must be purchased separately.

Enrollment & Cost

NALMCO Members

$200

Non-Members

$225

Each candidate must register individually and create an account at NALMCO.org, review the CLCP Candidate Handbook, and enroll in the certification program.

After registration, exam details are emailed directly to the candidate. Within 24–48 business hours, candidates receive their NALMCO Identifier and secure exam access link.

Reminder: The exam must be completed within 90 days.

Recertification (Every 3 Years)

  • Renewal Fee: $200
  • 24 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • CEUs tracked via the NALMCO CEU Tracker

Renewal notices are sent via email and USPS. Invoices are issued in September of the expiration year.

Keeping your contact information current is essential to avoid delays.

Additional Resources

A complete list of current CLCP™ credential holders is available through the CLCP Designee Directory on the NALMCO website.

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