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LEED GA Accelerator | Video Lessons | Practice Exams | Ebook

Name: LEED GA Accelerator | Video Lessons | Practice Exams | Ebook
Rating: 3.6 (11 reviews)

Pass the LEED GA Exam in 4 Weeks | The Most Complete Exam Prep You'll Find | 100% Pass Guarantee

Created byMatthew B.

Last updated 5/2025

English

What you'll learn

Comprehensive LEED v4.1 Coverage: Detailed breakdowns of all LEED categories, from Integrative Process to Innovation, ensuring no topic catches you off guard.
Exam-Specific Strategies: Decode tricky wording, prioritize high-frequency credits, and tackle scenario-based questions using USGBC’s core principles.
Time Management Mastery: Practice pacing yourself with 3 full-length mock exams mirroring the 2-hour, 100-question format.
Key Standards Simplified: ASHRAE 90.1, SMACNA, and other critical benchmarks explained in plain language.

Course content

11 sections • 85 lectures • 3h 15m total length

Course Structure2:08
Welcome to the LEED GA Accelerator Course!
In this introductory module, you'll discover what LEED certification is, why it's essential in the world of sustainable building, and how this course will help you pass the exam on your first try. Let’s get started on your green building journey!
Study Plan6:32
(Ebook) Becoming a LEED Green Associate
Flashcards
Practice Tests

Intro and Basic Concepts1:06
In this module, we’ll demystify the LEED certification process. You’ll learn about rating systems, credit categories, certification levels, and the roles of USGBC and GBCI. By the end, you'll have a clear understanding of how LEED works and why it’s the gold standard for green building.
How Does LEED Work4:22
LEED Categories2:32
LEED Process4:33
Distinguish accreditation from certification in the Leed process, cover Leed green associate and ap with specialty, and explain maintenance, prerequisites, points, and Leed online for project certification.
Key Terms and Definitions1:24
Module Summary1:17
Practice Questions5:46

Intro and Basic Concepts3:35
This module focuses on site selection and transportation strategies that promote sustainable communities. You’ll discover how to choose project locations wisely, reduce environmental impacts, and encourage alternative transportation.
LEED for Neighbourhood Development Location1:17
Learn how LEED for neighborhood development location credits avoid inappropriate sites, reduce vehicle distance traveled, and improve livability and health by encouraging daily physical activity.
Sensitive Land Protection3:03
High Priority Site1:36
Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses2:37
Prioritize sites within a 400 meter radius of densely populated areas and seek diverse uses within an 800 meter radius to boost walkability, access to amenities, and public health.
Access to Quality transit0:56
Bicycle Facilities1:05
Promote bicycling and public health by meeting bicycle facilities: storage for occupants and visitors, changing rooms, and bicycle network within 200 yards of school, employment centre, or bus stop.
Reduced Parking Footprint1:50
Green Vehicles1:26
Module Summary4:12
Practice Questions6:11

Intro and Basic Concepts1:35
Learn how to minimize a project’s impact on the environment while enhancing biodiversity and natural elements. In this module, we’ll cover site assessments, erosion control, habitat restoration, rainwater management, and more.
Site Assessment1:11
Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan0:58
Protect and Restore Habitat1:32
Open Space1:17
Rainwater Management1:13
Heat Island Reduction1:12
Light Pollution Reduction0:53
Module Summary3:29
Practice Questions5:40

Intro and Basic Concepts2:04
Dive into strategies for reducing water consumption indoors and outdoors. This module teaches you how to manage water use efficiently, leverage alternative water sources, and incorporate advanced metering techniques.
Outdoor Water Use Reduction1:47
Indoor Water Use Reduction1:27
Water Metering1:06
Install permanent water meters to measure potable water use and earn credit by applying submeters to two or more subsystems, irrigation, indoor plumbing, domestic hot water, and rainwater or greywater.
Cooling Tower Water Use0:26
Module Summary2:15
Practice Questions5:41

Intro and Basic Concepts1:21
Energy is a core focus of LEED. In this module, you’ll explore energy-efficient strategies, renewable energy integration, and tools to minimize greenhouse gas emissions. Learn how to design and operate buildings with optimal energy performance.
Comissioning2:09
Energy Performance1:22
Energy Metering0:55
Demand Response1:05
Renewable Energy0:55
Green Power and Carbon Offsets0:56
Refrigerant Management2:01
Module Summary2:58
Explore commissioning goals, fundamental versus enhanced commissioning, baseline energy performance referencing ASHRAE 90.1 2010, and topics like energy metering, demand response, renewable energy, and refrigerant management.
Practice Questions6:08
Explore practice questions to prepare for the LEED GA exam, covering fundamental commissioning, demand response, and energy efficiency strategies, including RECs, ASHRAE 90.1 baselines, and CFC phaseout plans.

Intro and Basic Concepts1:49
This module teaches you how to make sustainable material choices, reduce waste, and promote circular economies. From sourcing materials to managing construction waste, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of sustainable resource management.
Storage and Collection of Recyclables1:24
Construction and Demolition Waste Management Plan1:18
Life Cycle Impact Reduction + EPDs2:15
Sourcing of Raw Materials + Material Ingredients2:34
Identify responsibly sourced raw materials and minimize substances by evaluating suppliers with documentation, extended producer responsibility, recycled content, FSC certification, and chemical inventories tracked throughout construction.
Module Summary16:49
Explore strategies for managing materials and resources in construction, including waste reduction, recycling, lifecycle analysis, sustainable purchases, and topics like recyclables, EPDs, and raw materials sourcing.
Practice Questions5:01

Intro and Basic Concepts2:16
Discover how to create healthier and more comfortable indoor environments. In this module, we’ll cover air quality, lighting, acoustics, and thermal comfort strategies to improve occupant well-being.
Indoor Air Quality Performance1:36
Tobacco Smoke Control1:04
Low Emmiting Materials1:20
Construction IAQ Management Plan1:19
Develop an indoor air quality management plan for construction and occupancy phases to minimize issues, follow Smacna guidelines, protect absorptive materials from moisture, use filtration systems, replace filters before occupancy.
IAQ Assessment0:53
Interior Lighting1:25
Daylight + Thermal Comfort1:53
Quality Views + Acoustic Performance2:37
Module Summary3:41
Practice Questions6:29

Requirements

No experience needed. We will teach you everything you need to know.

Description

Are you tired of sifting through endless LEED study guides, only to feel more overwhelmed? This course cuts through the noise with structured, step-by-step guidance — no gimmicks, no shortcuts, just proven strategies to pass confidently.

What You’ll Learn:

Comprehensive LEED v4.1 Coverage: Detailed breakdowns of all LEED categories, from Integrative Process to Innovation, ensuring no topic catches you off guard.

Exam-Specific Strategies: Decode tricky wording, prioritize high-frequency credits, and tackle scenario-based questions using USGBC’s core principles.

Time Management Mastery: Practice pacing yourself with 3 full-length mock exams mirroring the 2-hour, 100-question format.

Key Standards Simplified: ASHRAE 90.1, SMACNA, and other critical benchmarks explained in plain language.

How It Works:

Join the Accelerator: Instant access to Video Lessons, Practice Tests and Flashcards.
Follow Our Study Plan: Daily 25-minute tasks (no guesswork). In 4 weeks you will be 100% ready.
Pass Confidently: Pass on your first try and start your journey as a Proven Sustainability Professional

Why it works:

Keep $1,000+ in Your Pocket - Skip overpriced courses. Get everything you need for less than a retake fee.
Save Months of Frustration - Learn only what really matters (we cut the fluff). Pass in 4 Weeks instead of 4 months.
Breath Easier, Finally - With our step-by-step study plan, you’ll know exactly what to do next – no more anxiety or second-guessing.

Why trust me?

I’m Matthew - a civil engineer and LEED AP BD+C professional with over 5 years of experience as a Green Building Specialist and Consultant. I’ve been directly involved in certifying groundbreaking projects, including:

The highest-scoring LEED building in the world.
The first LEED Zero Energy and LEED Zero Water Certified Buildings.

I created the LEED GA Accelerator Course to help others pass the LEED GA Exam with ease, saving time and avoiding the setbacks I experienced.

What you will get:

10 Video Modules - Every Category, Every Credit → Master the entire exam in 4 weeks — no fluff, no filler.
3 Practice Exams - Real test length → Simulate the 2-hour crunch and walk in unshakably confident.
150 Printable Flashcards - High-impact terms only → Drill what’s actually tested (we cut the jargon).

Act Now – Before 2026 Changes: LEED v5 launches soon, making the exam harder. Lock in the current v4.1 syllabus while resources are abundant.

Enroll today and join +200 professionals who aced the LEED GA exam with confidence. Your green building career starts here.

Who this course is for:

Architects, Engineers & Contractors aiming to add LEED GA to their credentials fast — without months of study.
Sustainability Newcomers needing a structured path to pass the 2025 exam on their first try.
Career Advancers tired of vague advice — learn exactly what’s tested (and what’s ignored).
Retake Avoiders who can’t afford another $250 fee — master traps that fail 63% of first-timers.
Not For: Experts pursuing LEED AP (this focuses on GA fundamentals).

LEED GA Accelerator | Video Lessons | Practice Exams | Ebook

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Course content

Introduction5 lectures • 9min

Module 1: Why Do We Need Green Buildings?7 lectures • 14min

Module 2: LEED Process7 lectures • 21min

Module 3: Location and Transportation (LT)11 lectures • 28min

Module 4: Sustainable Sites10 lectures • 19min

Module 5: Water Efficiency7 lectures • 15min

Module 6: Energy and Atmosphere10 lectures • 20min

Module 7: Materials and Resources7 lectures • 31min

Module 8: Indoor Environmental Quality11 lectures • 25min

Module 9: Innovation and Regional Priorities6 lectures • 10min

Requirements

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