Qualifications:
Professional Certification Designation
- Current full-time employment in a qualifying position* with at least 6 months experience.
- Valid for 5 years from date earned. Candidate can then re-certify the Professional Certification by maintaining employment in a qualifying position and completing maintenance activity points.
Certificate of Knowledge
- Current full-time employment in a qualifying position* with less than 6 months experience or not currently employed in the qualifying position*.
- Valid for 2 years from date earned; not eligible for recertification.
*Assistant general manager, resident manager, rooms division executive, senior assistant manager, executive assistant manager.
Program Fee:
- AH&LA Members**: US $350.00
- Non-AHLA Members: US $475.00
Fee includes study guide, shipping, application and exam, plus designation, lapel pin, and certificate for those who qualify and reach the 70% passing score.
** Find out if your property is member of AH&LA, go to the American Hotel & Lodging Association membership directory.
How to Apply for CRDE Certification
- Print and complete the application form. (You must have Adobe Acrobat to view this application form. Click Adobe Acrobat to download program).
- Ask your supervisor to complete the CRDE Recommendation / Employment Verification Form that comes with the application. Include the form with your completed application.
- Mail or fax (407-999-8610) the completed application form, along with the supporting documentation and the appropriate fee.
- Within three weeks, the Educational Institute will review the application and send notification of acceptance and study guide.
- Within 6 months of enrollment date, successfully complete the CRDE comprehensive exam through an approved proctor.
CRDE Recertification
Once certified, designees are automatically enrolled in the CRDE Recertification Program, which recognizes and rewards continuing efforts toward hospitality career growth. A portfolio to help track professional-development activities is provided. Every five years, the Certification Commission will recertify those who qualify based on their accomplishments. A new lapel pin (reflecting the number of years certified) and certificate are awarded at the time of each recertification.
Benefits of CRDE Certification:
- It's an honor awarded to professionals whose leadership and managerial abilities are exemplary--professionals who, by combining education and experience with dedication to the industry, have achieved a high level of expertise.
- Recognized worldwide, the CRDE designation is the premier symbol of professional achievement for rooms division executives.
- The CRDE designation may be used on letterhead, business cards, and other writings. The CRDE lapel pin and certificate are the visible symbols of the holder's status and achievement.
- Enhance your image because your professional certification comes from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute - world renowned for hospitality training and certification.
CRDE Study Guide
This guide offers a thorough overview of the CRDE exam material, along with practice questions. Highlights include: Front Office, Guest Service, Housekeeping, Accounting and Financial Management, Security and Maintenance, Human Resources, and Hospitality Law.
Also available:
Designations for Housekeeping Executive, Revenue Manager, Front Desk Manager, and Housekeeping Manager.
**For additional information, contact the Institute by calling (888) 575-8726.
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