Become an expert in sustainability

If you work through one (1) chapter and its corresponding final assessment per week, you can finish the SFP in 14 weeks. On average, it takes 46-67 study hours to complete the entire program (this doesn’t factor in the optional, virtual SFP Learning Labs).

You will have access to the full SFP program for 1 year (12 months) from your activation date.

No, but full members are given discounted pricing. Learn how to become a full member today!  (https://www.ifma.org/membership) 

No. We’re deeply committed to sustainability, so the SFP program is completely online. Optional printed materials are available for an additional fee. Email corporateconnections@ifma.org to order printed materials

The SFP was designed to help you operate buildings sustainably, whether they're certified or not. Once you certify a facility, you must maintain that certification. Those who hold the SFP credential are an extension of that and can apply their knowledge of sustainable practices into every aspect of their role in the organization. 

Think of the SFP as an investment in future protection of your building certification. 

Our subject matter experts added the following emerging trends and current events into the course content:

• Circular economy
• United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals
• ESG

Yes, our SFP Learning Labs offer peer-focused discussion of sustainability concepts and strategies taught in the SFP program. Deep-dive into case studies, sustainable FM scenarios and more with your peers and move from concept to application -- all in weekly virtual learning sessions.

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To be recognized as an SFP, you’ll submit an application once you've completed all final assessments. 

When your application is officially approved, as an SFP you’ll receive: 

A confirmation email from IFMA 
A lifetime listing in our credentials registry 
A digital certificate of your achievement and a digital badge for verification of your knowledge. 
Use this to share your credentials with current/potential employers, decorate your LinkedIn profile, include in your email signature and more. 

For more information on accessing your digital badge and certificate, email credentials@ifma.org. 

Yes! Switching to the new, updated SFP program is easy. All you need to do is contact training@ifma.org and request an update. The process usually takes 1 business day to complete.

We would love for you to bring your sustainable facilities knowledge up-to-speed with the learning content in the new SFP updates. To be enrolled into the updated SFP, please contact training@ifma.org. You will only have access to the updated online content, and your access will last for 6 (six) months from the date of activation. 

Yes, we do offer corporate and group training. Special pricing applies for groups of 2 or more individuals. Contact us at corporateconnections@ifma.org to learn more.