CAE - Certified Associate Ergonomist
CAsE - CERTIFIED ASSistant ERGONOMIST
The Oxford Research Institute invites application for certification in one of two levels. The designation as a Certified Associate Ergonomist (CAE) and is offered to those who do not quite meet the requirements of the CIE or CHFEP designations. There is another certification level, Certified Assistant Ergonomist (CAsE) for those who do not meet the CAE level requirements.
To apply for certification you must submit with the application and a processing fee of $495.00 to cover the cost of the review process, the submittals to demonstrate you meet the certification level requirements listed below.
Certified Associate Ergonomist (CAE) Requirements (for those without a Bachelors Degree see option for CAsE below)
1. Applicant must have at least a BS/BA degree in an ergonomic or human factors -related field, e.g. PT, OT, IE, H&S, IH, Biomechanics, Performance Physiology, HFE, Safety, Loss control, Ergonomics, Health and other degrees, Transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work should be provided.
2. Applicant should have at least one year of experience in ergonomics. For the CAE designation an applicant must provide two copies of a detailed resume which documents professional education, training, and experience.
3. Applicant must submit one letter of recommendation from a sponsor who has known the applicant for at least three years. For the CAE, the sponsor does not have to be an ergonomist but may be an employer, professor, or work associate.
4. Offer evidence of some specialized training or formal education in a field directly or closely related with ergonomics or Human Factors Engineering. This may include seminars, workshops or various lectures which the applicant has attended.
5. Submit copies of one work sample if available. The CAE does not require a work sample but it is desirable.
6. All applicants will be required to sit for an examination. A written CAE exam is required with a passing score of 70%, or higher. The exam is about 2.5 hours in duration and contains an essay, matching, T/F, fill-in blank and multiple choice questions.
7. Submit the Certification application, a cover letter and a processing fee of $495.00 to cover the cost of the review process and the examination. Applicant must submit the certification fee of $495.00 in US currency, check, or money order along with the application and cover letter. In the event that the applicant does not meet the criteria for certification, this fee will be refunded minus the cost of postage and administrative handling (not to exceed $200.00).
8. An annual renewal fee of will continue the certification in subsequent years on an annual basis.
9. There is an additional requirement of 2.0 CEU's every 24 months to demonstrate continued education and training in either Human Factors Engineering or Ergonomics.
10. Certificate holders are required to comply with a Code of Conduct. Download Code of Conduct.
11. CIE Upgrade option:: The CAE credential may be upgraded to that of the CIE when all of the requirements for the CIE designation have been met and a petition has been filed with the Oxford Research Institute. The fee for a "change in status from CAE to CIE" is $350.00, after all CIE criteria have been met.
For more information you may call Tony Ladran (California Office) at 510-778-8697
To apply for certification you must submit with the application and a processing fee of $495.00 to cover the cost of the review process, the submittals to demonstrate you meet the certification level requirements listed below.
Certified Associate Ergonomist (CAE) Requirements (for those without a Bachelors Degree see option for CAsE below)
1. Applicant must have at least a BS/BA degree in an ergonomic or human factors -related field, e.g. PT, OT, IE, H&S, IH, Biomechanics, Performance Physiology, HFE, Safety, Loss control, Ergonomics, Health and other degrees, Transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work should be provided.
2. Applicant should have at least one year of experience in ergonomics. For the CAE designation an applicant must provide two copies of a detailed resume which documents professional education, training, and experience.
3. Applicant must submit one letter of recommendation from a sponsor who has known the applicant for at least three years. For the CAE, the sponsor does not have to be an ergonomist but may be an employer, professor, or work associate.
4. Offer evidence of some specialized training or formal education in a field directly or closely related with ergonomics or Human Factors Engineering. This may include seminars, workshops or various lectures which the applicant has attended.
5. Submit copies of one work sample if available. The CAE does not require a work sample but it is desirable.
6. All applicants will be required to sit for an examination. A written CAE exam is required with a passing score of 70%, or higher. The exam is about 2.5 hours in duration and contains an essay, matching, T/F, fill-in blank and multiple choice questions.
7. Submit the Certification application, a cover letter and a processing fee of $495.00 to cover the cost of the review process and the examination. Applicant must submit the certification fee of $495.00 in US currency, check, or money order along with the application and cover letter. In the event that the applicant does not meet the criteria for certification, this fee will be refunded minus the cost of postage and administrative handling (not to exceed $200.00).
8. An annual renewal fee of will continue the certification in subsequent years on an annual basis.
9. There is an additional requirement of 2.0 CEU's every 24 months to demonstrate continued education and training in either Human Factors Engineering or Ergonomics.
10. Certificate holders are required to comply with a Code of Conduct. Download Code of Conduct.
11. CIE Upgrade option:: The CAE credential may be upgraded to that of the CIE when all of the requirements for the CIE designation have been met and a petition has been filed with the Oxford Research Institute. The fee for a "change in status from CAE to CIE" is $350.00, after all CIE criteria have been met.
For more information you may call Tony Ladran (California Office) at 510-778-8697
CAsE - CERTIFIED ASSISTANT ERGONOMIST REQUIREMENTS
(Certification option for those without a Bachelors Degree )
(Certification option for those without a Bachelors Degree )
1. Provide student copies of college transcripts or seminar certificates of attendance.
2. Provide a resume detailing your training, work experience and the types of work you have performed.
3. All applicants will be required to sit for an examination. A written CAE exam is required with a passing score of 60%, or higher. The exam is about 2.5 hours in duration and contains an essay, matching, T/F, fill-in blank and multiple choice questions.
4. Applicant must submit one letter of recommendation from a sponsor who has known the applicant for at least two years. For the CAsE, the sponsor does not have to be an ergonomist but may be an employer, professor, or work associate.
5. Complete and submit a certification application and register for the ORI Advance Ergonomics Course.Submit with the application, a processing fee of $475.00 to cover the cost of the review process and the examination.
6. An annual renewal fee of will continue the certification in subsequent years on an annual basis.
7. There is an additional requirement of 2.0 CEU's every 24 months to demonstrate continued education and training in either Human Factors Engineering or Ergonomics.
8. Certificate holders are required to comply with a Code of Conduct. Download Code of Conduct.
For more information you may call Tony Ladran (California Office) at 510-778-8697,
2. Provide a resume detailing your training, work experience and the types of work you have performed.
3. All applicants will be required to sit for an examination. A written CAE exam is required with a passing score of 60%, or higher. The exam is about 2.5 hours in duration and contains an essay, matching, T/F, fill-in blank and multiple choice questions.
4. Applicant must submit one letter of recommendation from a sponsor who has known the applicant for at least two years. For the CAsE, the sponsor does not have to be an ergonomist but may be an employer, professor, or work associate.
5. Complete and submit a certification application and register for the ORI Advance Ergonomics Course.Submit with the application, a processing fee of $475.00 to cover the cost of the review process and the examination.
6. An annual renewal fee of will continue the certification in subsequent years on an annual basis.
7. There is an additional requirement of 2.0 CEU's every 24 months to demonstrate continued education and training in either Human Factors Engineering or Ergonomics.
8. Certificate holders are required to comply with a Code of Conduct. Download Code of Conduct.
For more information you may call Tony Ladran (California Office) at 510-778-8697,
