- An overview of what the ACE program is, and what it isn’t.
- Hear from some people who have passed the ACE exam via a testimonial and a guest post on our blog.
- ESA is the organization that runs the ACE program. You can join ESA and save a little money on your ACE fees. Taking and passing your ACE exam does not make you an ESA member, though. Here is some more about ESA membership benefits.
- There are lots of ways to study for the ACE exam. From a list of study materials, to finding a prep course near you, to simply reviewing the materials on which the exam is based. There is also a sample exam (the username and password are both ACEQ).
- The Certified Entomologist blog is a good source of information with general info, including a good post with FAQs about the ACE application and exam process.
- The application is good for three years. You will need to pass the ACE exam within that time period in order to have it still be active. That 3-year “clock” starts when your application is officially accepted (we’ll email you). As soon as you pass your ACE exam within that time period you will be an ACE until the end of that 3-year period before needing to renew.
- The main differences between ACE and ACE-International are simple -- if you are a permanent resident of the United States, then ACE is for you. If you aren't then you need to look at ACE-I.
- When you feel that you are ready to get started, click here to access the ACE and ACE-I application.
Your contact for more ESA certification questions is:
Chris Stelzig
Director of Certification
Entomological Society of
America
3 Park Place, Suite 307
Annapolis, MD 21401-3722
301-731-4535, x3012 | Direct dial – 240-696-3741
301-731-4535, x3012 | Direct dial – 240-696-3741
