Success Stories
Learn how BOC training helped Waubonsie Valley High School, Eastern Illinois University, the Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center and others.

Recognition
Many organizations recognize BOC training as continuing education for their professional designation programs. These include:

• International Facility Management Association (IFMA)
• National Association of Power Engineers (NAPE)
• Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI)
• American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute
• Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE)
• National School Plant Management Association (NSPMA)

In addition, BOC is recognized by some local chapters of the American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) and other professional and trade associations. BOC certification is recognized in 20 states.

More Knowledge (and Money)
While many facilities are already taking steps to become energy efficient, the BOC program can help take you to the next level. The training allows you to learn about the newest energy technology available and hear best practices firsthand from experts in the field. Installing new technology is only half of the story—in order to get the most out of your building, learning to properly manage and analyze your energy usage is key.

BOC helps operators in their jobs by providing access to the latest information, a network of peers and resources and the tools to excel in their jobs. Achieving certification is motivating and BOC certification is a respected credential in the industry.

Operations and Maintenance Staff who earn BOC maximize their versatility within their organizations and can take on more responsibility. Once BOC-certified, 50% of operators receive increased job opportunities and compensation.

Employers and Supervisors not only save an average of $12,000 per facility, they also report increased customer satisfaction because building operation staff is more responsive to issues of air quality and comfort control. Plus, having BOC-trained staff helps avoid the need to hire outside contractors. BOC provides tangible records about a facility, including data on the electrical system, HVAC operation, lighting levels and controls, and annual profiles of energy consumption — all of which helps managers in their decision-making. No wonder 100% percent say they would recommend the program to their peers.

Energy Consultants, Architects and Engineers who go through BOC learn how facilities are managed on a day-to-day basis and experience training across a wide range of areas: HVAC operations, building systems, energy conservation and indoor air quality. This knowledge enables them to interact with diverse energy stakeholders, communicate better with clients and produce better buildings.