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  • Build a Strong Foundation

    Develop a practical understanding of SEFA standards, laboratory casework, equipment, material, and technical requirements used thoughout laboratory projects.

  • Strengthen Your Industry Knowledge

    Build the specialized knowledge needed to understand laboratory construction requirements, terminology, systems, and industry practices with greater confidence.

  • Advance Your Professional Development

    Designed for architects, estimators, project managers, designers, and other professionals entering or growing within the laboratory construction industry.

  • Demonstrate Your Knowledge

    Earn a Casework One certification that demonstrates your understanding or the SEFA standards covered by the program and provides a verifiable professional credential.

  • 01 — LEARN

    Build your knowledge across SEFA standards and laboratory construction topics covered by the program.

  • 02 — PREPARE

    Reinforce your knowledge with Casework One exam-preparation resources and practice questions.

  • 03 — TAKE THE EXAM

    Complete the Casework One SEFA-based certification examination and demonstrate your knowledge.

  • 04 — GET CERTIFIED

    Meet the passing requirements and earn your Casework One professional credential.

  • ARCHITECTS

    Build a stronger understanding of laboratory casework, equipment, materials, and SEFA standards to support informed design decisions and project coordination.

  • ESTIMATORS

    Develop the technical knowledge needed to better understand laboratory specifications, casework systems, materials, fixtures, and project requirements.

  • PROJECT MANAGERS

    Gain practical knowledge of SEFA standards and laboratory construction requirements to help coordinate projects, communicate with stakeholders, and manage work with greater confidence.

  • RECENT GRADUATES

    Build industry-specific knowledge beyond the classroom and develop a stronger foundation for beginning a career in laboratory design, construction, casework, or related fields.

Also valuable for designers, engineers, coordinators, sales professionals, installers, manufacturers, and other professionals entering or advancing within the laboratory construction industry.

CERTIFICATION COVERAGE

What You'll Learn

SEFA 1 — Laboratory Fume Hoods

SEFA 2 — Installation Standard

SEFA 3 — Work Surfaces

SEFA 4 — Glossary of Terms

SEFA 5 — Scope of Work

SEFA 7 — Lab Grade Fixtures

SEFA 8-M — Metal Casework

SEFA 8-PH — Phenolic Casework

SEFA 8-PL — Plastic Laminate Casework

SEFA 8-P — Polypropylene Casework

SEFA 8-W — Wood Casework

SEFA 9 — Ductless Enclosures

SEFA 10 — Adaptable Systems

SEFA 11 — Liquid Chemical Storage

SEFA 12 — Lab Grade Seating

SEFA 13 — Vertical Exhausting Laminar Flow

  • 01 — 175 QUESTIONS

    A comprehensive certification examination covering the SEFA standards and technical topics included in the program.

  • 02 — 210 MINUTES

    Candidates have 210 minutes (3 hours 30 minutes) to complete the online certification examination.

  • 03 — 75% PASSING SCORE

    Candidates must achieve a score of 75% or higher to earn the Casework One certification.

  • 04 — ONLINE EXAM

    Complete the certification examination online through the Casework One candidate platform.

CERTIFICATION EXAM

About the Exam

The Casework One SEFA-Based Certification Exam evaluates a candidate's understanding of key SEFA standards and their application within laboratory design, casework, equipment, installation, and construction.

The exam combines knowledge-based, application, and scenario-based questions to assess both technical understanding and practical decision-making.

The certification exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, with 120 minutes to complete the exam. Candidates must achieve a score of 75% or higher to earn the Casework One SEFA-Based Certification.

ELIGIBILITY

Who Can Earn the Certification

The Casework One SEFA-Based Certification is designed to be accessible to professionals at different stages of their careers. Prior laboratory construction experience is not required.

The program is appropriate for architects, estimators, project managers, recent graduates, and other professionals seeking to build or demonstrate knowledge of SEFA standards and laboratory construction.

Candidates are expected to prepare for the examination by studying the standards and technical topics covered by the certification program.

  • 01 — STUDY THE STANDARDS

    Review the SEFA standards and technical subject areas included in the certification exam.

  • 02 — TRAINING

    Build your knowledge through Casework One training designed around laboratory construction, casework, equipment, installation, and related SEFA standards.

  • 03 — PRACTICE EXAMS

    Test your knowledge with practice questions designed to help you identify areas that may require additional study before taking the certification exam.

  • 01 — REGISTER

    Create your Casework One candidate account and register for the SEFA-Based Certification Exam.

  • 02 — PREPARE

    Review the certification topics, study the applicable SEFA standards, and use training and practice exams to prepare.

  • 03 — TAKE THE EXAM

    Complete the 100-question online certification exam within the 120-minute time limit.

  • 04 — EARN YOUR CERTIFICATION

    Achieve a score of 75% or higher to earn the Casework One SEFA-Based Certification.