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\"\"Earn Your CDT\u2014Three Essential Resources to Help You Succeed<\/strong><\/p>\n

Earn your CDT this year and prove your mastery of construction communication, and documentation.<\/p>\n

The CDT\u00a0certification\u00a0provides a comprehensive\u00a0program of study\u00a0for anyone\u00a0seeking to enhance and demonstrate knowledge of writing, interpreting, enforcing, and managing construction documents.<\/p>\n

The CDT exam cycle is now open. Visit www.csiresources.org\/certification\/overview to book your spot as registration closes May 20, 2022.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving this certification is one of the first steps in being an official specifier,\u201d says Melissa Giles, who earned her CDT in 2021. \u201cI thrive for knowledge. I felt this certification would not only give me that knowledge, but also the initials that say I do. The CDT certification is something I will take with me throughout my entire career.\u201d<\/p>\n

The following are three essential resources to help you earn your CDT this year, all of which are available through CSI\u2019s bookstore at www.csiresources.org.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>1. <\/em>CDT Candidate Handbook<\/em><\/p>\n

\"\"The CDT Handbook for certification candidates is a free resource and your starting point toward becoming a CDT. It contains pertinent information regarding candidate requirements, application procedures, knowledge domains, source materials, study resources, and CSI certification policies.<\/p>\n

2. Project Delivery Practice Guide (PDPG)<\/em><\/p>\n

The primary resource document for CDT certification, the Project Delivery Practice Guide 3rd Edition (PDPG) conveys information on the knowledge domains that form the foundation of the skills and knowledge tested by the CDT examination.<\/p>\n

3. Project Delivery Study Workbook<\/em><\/p>\n

The Project Delivery Study Workbook comprises interactive self-assessments, learning activities, and case studies to enhance your learning experience as you prepare for the CDT certification examination.csiresources.org\/learning\/msr.<\/p>\n

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\"\"Katia Isabel Lucey Sanz Earns Top Honors on the CDT Exam<\/strong><\/p>\n

Each year, CSI bestows the Moll-Betts honor on the individual who earns the highest score on the CDT exam. Achieving the highest score is a testament to the commitment, effort, and comprehension of this valuable resource for project architects, contractors, contract administrators, material suppliers, and manufacturers\u2019\u00a0representatives.<\/p>\n

Katia Isabel Lucey Sanz, the 2021 Moll-Betts award winner, shares her perspective on what it took to earn this elite certification and record the highest score.<\/p>\n

What does this recognition mean to you<\/em>?<\/em><\/p>\n

It means work hard and you\u2019ll be rewarded. Don\u2019t expect recognition, if you are passionate about the things you\u2019re doing, then good things happen. I read about the award, and I remember thinking \u201c\u2026can you imagine? Nah, don\u2019t be excited, I\u2019m sure there are plenty of smarter people who will be fighting for it. So, just focus on doing it (the CDT test) right.\u201d<\/p>\n

What did it take to earn this honor?<\/em><\/p>\n

Not thinking about the award, haha. I was focused on learning, using this opportunity to prepare for matters that are closer to reality in the industry than what is usually learned at university, not saying it\u2019s not important, just highlighting the practicality of the CDT test.<\/p>\n

I always give the best of myself to whatever task or challenge. The CDT test was no exception. I wasn\u2019t thinking about winning the award, I was thinking of giving my best. That makes me feel proud and helps grow my confidence and motivation.<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Pave Your Next Path with the CSI Career Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

The CSI Career Center is the AECO industry\u2019s best resource for recruiting top talent.<\/p>\n

Job seekers have access to the best job opportunities in the industry and get them delivered straight to their inbox. Complete your profile now so others can learn all about you. Employers can reach a targeted, motivated audience of top AECO professionals. Post a job opening and get started today. Visit csi-jobs.careerwebsite.com to see how this interactive online asset can work for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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