CSIA Certifications

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The CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep® (CCS®) credential is nationally recognized and acknowledged by industry organizations, insurance underwriters, and local, state, and federal agencies as the measure of a chimney and venting tech’s knowledge of the evaluation and maintenance of chimney and venting systems.

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The CSIA Certified Chimney Specialist® (CSP®) credential is awarded to pros who have committed to ongoing education above and beyond what is required to earn their initial Certified Chimney Sweep.

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The CSIA Master Chimney Sweep® (MCS®) credential is for long-term certification holders who have become absolute experts in the chimney and venting industry through a decade or more of ongoing education.

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The CSIA Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician® (CDET®) credential is recognized in all 50 states, and it’s the only certification specifically for those who service dryer vents.