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Occupancy Professional Certification Program - Comparison of Available Training Programs

Take a look at how the Occupancy Professional Certification Program compares to other currently available Occupancy courses. We think you will be pleasantly surprised at the higher level of support, longer training time and post course support that OPCP offers that simply isn't available in the traditional, classroom based courses.

OPCP Course

  • Completion in your own familiar setting
  • Time away from work limited to actual training time
  • Flexible scheduling, available when you need it
  • Class length 3 weeks
  • More support during the program via e-mail and chat room
  • 3 months continued support after course completion
  • Monthly updates via newsletter
  • Class Expenses:
    Enrollment Cost $595
    Re-exam Fee $100
    Transportation: $0*
    Lodging: $0*
    Meals / Misc: $0*
    Total Travel Expense: $0*

(*) Not only is there no travel expense, but the training site is always close to you and available when you need it.

Other Courses

  • Classroom setting only
  • Away from work at least 2 to 3 days. Longer if travel is involved
  • May only be available in your area once a year
  • Class length 2 to 3 days
  • Support typically available only during class when schedule permits
  • Continued support not available
  • Updates may be available but only to members or at an additional cost
  • Class Expenses:
    Enrollment Cost $195 to $650
    Re-exam Fee $125 to $525
    Transportation: $0†
    Lodging: $300†
    Meals / Misc: $125†
    Total Travel Expense: $920†

(†) Travel expenses will fluctuate depending on the distance to the training site, hotel cost, etc. and assumes you will not be able to attend a course in a city near you.