




Advance Your Career with ATMAE Senior Certification
Take your professional credentials to the next level with ATMAE Senior Certification. Whether you’re a Certified Controls Engineer (CCE), Certified Engineering Graphics Professional (CEG), Certified Manufacturing Specialist (CMS), Certified Technology Manager (CTM), or Certified Technical Professional (CTP), earning your senior certification demonstrates advanced expertise, commitment to continuous learning, and leadership in your field.
By becoming a Certified Senior Controls Engineer (CSCE), Certified Senior in Engineering Graphics (CSEG), Certified Senior Manufacturing Specialist (CSMS), Certified Senior Technology Manager (CSTM), or Certified Senior Technical Professional (CSTP), you validate your experience, dedication to professional development, and ability to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
Why Upgrade to Senior Certification?
- Professional Recognition – Stand out with credentials that highlight your advanced skills and experience.
- Career Advancement – Unlock new leadership roles and career opportunities.
- Industry Expertise – Stay ahead with ongoing professional development and the latest industry trends.
- No Additional Cost – Transitioning to senior certification is free beyond standard membership and certification fees.
Don’t stop at your initial certification—elevate your credentials, expand your opportunities, and reinforce your industry leadership. Start your journey toward senior certification today!
Senior Certification Eligibility
To qualify, you must:
- Hold a current certification (CCE, CEG, CMS, CTM, or CTP).
- Have obtained at least three years of post-graduate professional experience prior to application for senior certification.
- Have completed 30 Professional Development Units (PDUs) in continuing education within the last three years. Sample PDU activity is below.
Note: Coursework used to earn your qualifying degree cannot be used to meet the PDU requirement.
Required Documentation
Education Verification
Submit one of the following:
- Diploma or official transcript with your name, degree title, and award date.
- Verification of an impending degree, signed by an academic advisor or authorized staff.
Continuing Education Documentation
All documents must include:
- Your name
- Sponsor/provider name
- Activity title & description
- Dates of attendance
- Credit hours, contact hours, or CEUs awarded
Source Requirements:
✔ Issued by the sponsoring organization, employer, HR department, or supervisor.
❌ Self-generated documents are not accepted unless independently verified.
❌ Private online transcripts or login-restricted records are not acceptable.
Need clarification? Contact ATMAE before submitting your application.
Maintaining Your Senior Certification
✔ Complete 30 PDUs within every 3 years.
✔ Annual membership & certification fees must be paid on time.
✔ ATMAE provides email reminders before expiration.
What If My Certification Lapses?
🚫 If fees aren’t paid within 60 days of expiration, your certification is revoked.
🔄 Reinstatement requires payment of past-due fees and compliance with continuing education policies.
⏳ If lapsed 3+ years, ATMAE may require additional documentation and proof of prior certification.
Example Professional Development Unit Activities and their Value
| ACTIVITY | # PDU CREDITS | DOCUMENTATION |
|---|---|---|
| ATMAE Conference Educational Sessions | 1 PDU/contact hour | ATMAE PDU Report Sheet (self-reporting) |
| ATMAE Conference Presentation | 3 PDUs/presentation | ATMAE Conference Program |
| ATMAE Conference Workshop | 3 PDUs/attendee contact hour | ATMAE Conference Program |
| ATMAE Conference Proceedings Paper | 5 PDUs | ATMAE acceptance letter |
| Attendance at a Technology or Technology Management Conference | 1 PDU/contact hour | Validation by conference documents, or by supervisor or human resources office |
| Presentation at a Technology or Technology Management Conference | 3 PDUs/presentation | Validation by conference documents, supervisor or human resources office |
| Refereed Proceedings Paper at Technology or Technology Management-related Conference | 5 PDUs | Dated acceptance letter from organization sponsoring conference, copy of paper |
| Educational & Industrial Training Sessions, Workshops, or Seminars | 1 PDU/contact hour | Verification by event organizer, or supervisor / human resources office |
| Attend Industry Plant Tour | 1 PDU/tour | Verification by event organizer, or supervisor / human resources office |
| Attend Trade Show | 3 PDU/tradeshow | Verification by event organizer, or supervisor / human resources office |
| Continuing Education Course | 1 CEU = 5 PDUs | Copy of signed CEU certificate |
| Technology or Technology Management-Related Audited College Course | 1 Semester hour = 8 PDUs | Copy of transcript showing audit |
| Technology or Technology Management-Related College Credit Course | 1 Semester hour = 12 PDUs | Copy of transcript showing credit |
| Develop & Teach New Technology or Technology Management College Credit Course (or major redevelopment/update of an existing course) | 1 Semester hour = 12 PDUs | Letter / Email from Supervisor |
| Teach New Industry Training Course, Workshop or Seminars | 1 contact hour of class time = 1 PDU | Verification by supervisor, human resources office or training agency |
| Prepare & Conduct a Workshop on New Topic | 3 PDUs/attendee contact hour | Document from sponsoring organization |
| Faculty Advisor for ATMAE Student Chapter or similar organization | 5 PDU/year | Verification by supervisor or department personnel |