Certified Air Barrier Specialist

What is the CABS Program?

Person-Focused

Knowledge-Based

Exam-Assessed

Certified

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Become recognized as an air barrier expert to building stakeholders and demonstrate your knowledge in these key areas:

  • building code requirements
  • drawings and specifications
  • job-site testing procedures
  • materials selection
  • proper installation

BENEFITS

  • ABAA-accredited certification
  • Peer and industry recognition
  • Expert source for:
    • architects/consultants
    • building owners
    • inspectors/auditors
    • installers
    • trade contractors
    • Broad application in multiple industry sector
  • Certified in accordance with ISO 17024 standards
  • Recognized across state/national jurisdictions
  • Unbiased industry learning unit applications
  • Offer knowledge across five major air barrier methods:
    • board stock
    • fluid applied
    • mechanically attached
    • self-adhered
    • spray foam

What are the key knowledge units the Air Barrier Specialist certification will encompass?

How much will it cost?

ABAA membership provides many benefits, including reduced fees for CABS registration and exam costs.
Up to $200 in savings per person for our members!

Program Registration

Includes:

  • Online CABS Proctored Exam
  • Email Certificate
  • Embossed Certificate

Member Pricing

$495.00

Non-Member Pricing

$650.00

CABS 2025 Training Manual

Comprehensive CABS 2025 Training Manual
outlining the critical knowledge required
of a Certified Air Barrier Specialist.

$100.00

$150.00

Retake Exam

$250.00

$350.00

Renewal Fee
(3) years from date of issuance

$250.00

$325.00

What are the next steps?