RSES Certification Programs (CM, CMR, CMHE)
by Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES)
The oldest HVACR technician organization (est. 1933) offering a structured certification pathway from technician through Certified Member (CM) designation.
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About This Product
RSES launched online end-of-course exam series in early 2025. The CM (Certified Member) and CMR (Certified Member Refrigeration) designations are recognized in commercial refrigeration fields. Also runs an annual convention with tech training tracks. Integrated with RSES chapter-level education programs.
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How this product is delivered and what's included out of the box.
- Mobile app
- Not available
- Free trial
- No
- Free tier
- No
- Public API
- No
- Deployment
- Cloud
Training Details
- Format
- Hybrid
- Credential
- Certification
- Audience
- All Levels
- Region
- National
- Accreditation
- RSES — 90-Year Industry Organization
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Certifications & Standards3features
Technician Management2features
CRM & Sales2features
Customer Communication1feature
Pricing
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- Tiered
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- Notes
- Included with membership. Billing period: annual. RSES membership required; exam fees additional; eLearning courses available separately
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