Certifications
The primary vision of the AASHTO Materials Reference Laboratory (AMRL) is to be the center for promoting quality and achievement of excellence in construction materials testing (CMT). We do this by providing services and tools through our three major programs: the Laboratory Assessment Program (LAP), the Proficiency Sample Program (PSP) and the AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP). Through these activities, we evaluate testing competency, promote continual improvement and instill confidence in the laboratories and specifiers that use our programs.
Founded in 1852, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 140,000 members of the civil engineering profession worldwide and is America's oldest national engineering society. ASCE's mission is to provide essential value to our members and partners, advance civil engineering and serve the public good.
The Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL) is committed to the improvement of quality testing in the construction materials industry through laboratory assessments, proficiency samples, instruction, guidance and clarification of ASTM standards in a professional, competent, accurate and consistent manner.
The Greater Richmond Association for Commercial Real Estate (GRACRE) provides opportunities for professionals in all disciplines relating to commercial real estate to network and socialize.
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is an internationally-recognized green building certification system. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in March 2000, LEED provides building owners and operators with a framework for identifying and implementing practical and measurable green building design, construction, operations and maintenance solutions.
In 1934, a group of professional engineers met in New York City to establish an organization dedicated to the non-technical concerns of licensed professional engineers. The National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) stands today as the only national organization committed to addressing the professional concerns of licensed PEs across all disciplines.
The Virginia Small, Women- and Minority-owned business program (SWAM) is administered by the Virginia Department of Minority Business Enterprises and is the Commonwealth of Virginia's effort to aid qualified businesses.
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community of leaders working to make green buildings available to everyone within a generation.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (USACE) mission is to provide vital public engineering services in peace and war to strengthen our Nation's security, energize the economy and reduce risks from disasters.
The Virginia Association of Surveyors (VAS) was established in 1948 to promote the interests and professional development of surveyors licensed in the Commonwealth.
