Get to know the
WELL AP exam.
Learn what to expect from the WELL Accredited Professional (AP) exam, including how to access study materials, ways to prepare with confidence and where to tap into the WELL community to ensure success.
What to expect from
the WELL AP exam.
The WELL AP exam is an in-depth review of a registered individual’s understanding of the concepts and implementation practices from the WELL Building Standard.
The WELL AP Exam
at a glance:
115
multiple choice questions
125 - 200
total score range
170
minimum passing score
Recommended time to prepare
Time to complete WELL AP exam once started
Window to schedule WELL AP exam
Exam types
Online
In-person
Areas of focus
11 domains
(All WELL Concepts + WELL Certification and WELL at scale)
The WELL AP exam is closed book. However, it does include embedded content, containing text and tables from published reference materials found in the Get to Know the WELL AP Exam resource (pages 8-14), as well as the reference list and exam specifications
Prepare for test day
with these resources
IWBI has curated several different study bundles for the WELL AP exam, focusing your preparations ahead of test day. Other groups have also created their own study guides and reference materials—both paid and free—to help registered WELL AP prepare for the exam.
The WELL Forum is packed with WELL AP exam prep materials, study resources and community events to prepare you for test day. Get connected with other candidates and prepare together.
The professional designation
for public health
Registered WELL APs come from countless professional backgrounds and industries. Many work in the commercial real estate, public health, architecture, interior design and engineering sectors.
Passing the exam earns participants the WELL AP credential, allowing them to join WELL projects as consultants, project administrators and advisors. But anyone and everyone can earn the WELL AP credential to make a positive impact on their communities—and their careers.
There’s never been a better time to embrace the movement for healthy buildings. Become a leading professional in the field with the WELL AP credential.