AOLP Certification

Demonstrate value with credentials that speak for you. Get certified with AOLP.

In today’s competitive marketplace, let certification confirm that you are a trusted professional who knows outdoor lighting!

✅ Let certification validate the quality you deliver.

The Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals (AOLP) gives you the tools to rise above the competition with industry-recognized credentials.

Certified Low Voltage Lighting Technician (CLVLT)

Stand out as a true professional with a certification built to raise the bar. The CLVLT exam brings consistency, credibility, and standards to the outdoor lighting industry. This hands-on certification measures real-world skills and technical knowledge specifically for 12-volt lighting systems.

Certified Outdoor Lighting Designer (COLD)

Showcase your creative talent and design skills with a professional-level certification focused on artistry, layout, and the emotional impact of outdoor lighting design.

Why get certified?

  • Win more jobs. Certification gives clients confidence in your ability.
  • Support your pricing with confidence. Let your credentials speak to the value and expertise you bring to each project.
  • Grow your reputation. Certification sets you apart from the competition.
  • Stay ahead. Access training and be part of a network of top-tier outdoor lighting pros.
  • Stand out in a crowded market. In a sea of competitors, certified professionals shine brightest.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to elevate your brand, CLVLT and COLD certifications are an investment in your future.

Your Reputation Deserves the Right Credentials

Professional recognition starts with AOLP’s certifications.

Learn More & Get Started Now

AOLP offers its certifications on the two days leading up to Illuminate, AOLP’s Annual Conference and Expo. Illuminate ’26 is scheduled to be held February 5 – 6, 2026, in Carlsbad, California.

Click here to learn more about the CLVLT exam.
Click here to learn more about the COLD program.

For more information, please contact AOLP’s Certification Associate at certification@aolponline.org.