by jbs011709 a3 — January 19, 2009—The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) recently announced that the Facility Management Association (FMA) of Australia has replaced its accreditation system with IFMA’s Certified Facility Manager and Facility Management Professional credentialing programs.
The change, which took effect January 1, 2009, revises the credentials FMA Australia has had in place since 2000 and is in line with the collaborative goals outlined in the two associations’ Partners in FM Excellence agreement.
Transitionary arrangements for those who received credentials through FMA Australia’s accreditation system have been negotiated with IFMA and the International Credentials Committee, the governing body that oversees the CFM and FMP programs.
David Duncan, CEO of FMA Australia, said, “The currency, international recognition, rigor, and continuous professional development requirements make the CFM and FMP programs highly relevant in Australia. FMA Australia is looking forward to working closely with IFMA and the ICC to ensure that these programs maintain their relevance and value in Australia and across the globe.”
For more information on the CFM and FMP programs, visit the IFMA Web site.
