Before you start your exam application, please review the information below so that you know what is needed for your NCSG certification exam application.
Email Address
When creating your Prolydian account, you will be required to provide a valid email address. We strongly recommend using a personal email address, rather than a work or company email, to ensure continued access to your account regardless of any future employment changes.
You must have access to this email address throughout the application and examination process. After account creation, you will receive a separate message requesting email verification. This step must be completed before you can proceed further.
Please note that this email address will be used for logging in to take the exam and for accessing your certificate upon successful completion.
Documentation
As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide information about your current or most recent employer, your total years of experience in the chimney industry, and your NCSG membership status. If you do not know your membership number, we will verify it when your application is submitted.
You will also need to upload a color photograph of yourself. A head-and-shoulders photo taken against a solid background is recommended. This image will appear on both the certification ID card and the online certification directory once you are certified.
Photos taken with smartphones or similar devices are acceptable, provided they meet the basic quality and framing guidelines.
Payment
Upon completion of your application, you will be required to submit payment for the exam fee. NCSG members are eligible for a discounted rate of $499. The standard fee for non-members is $699.
Please note that all employees of an NCSG member company are considered members and qualify for the discounted rate.