AACE International is a 501(c)(3) non-profit professional association serving the total cost management community since 1956. AACE International has provided its members with the resources they need to enhance their performance and ensure continued growth and success. With over 8,000 members world-wide, Our members include total cost management professionals in disciplines such as: cost engineering, cost estimating, planning and scheduling, decision and risk management, project management, project control, cost/schedule control, earned value management, claims, and more. Our members are in 100 countries and cover 90 local sections.AACE International has been certifying individuals since 1976. We offer the following certifications: Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Certified Cost Technician (CCT), Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), Certified Forensic Claims Consultant (CFCC), Earned Value Professional (EVP), Decision and Risk Management Professional (DRMP), Certified Scheduling Technician (CST) and Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP). AACE's CCP, CCT, CEP, EVP, and PSP certifications are independently accredited by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards.