On-Demand and Partner Events: CSAEd Certification

AFA is proud to be a lead partner in the development of the Student Affairs Educator Certification through the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification. This consortium includes representation from each of the founding association partners, including NASPA, ACUHO-I, ACUI, NACA, ASCA, and NIRSA. In addition to the general certification, several specialty certifications are available, including a Fraternity/Sorority Life specialization (CSAEd-FSL).

Get ready to pass your certification exam this academic year with clarity and calm. In this session, we’ll highlight how to access core and specialty study materials and walk you through the virtual testing experience—from technical setup to remote proctoring guidelines. You’ll finish feeling prepared and empowered to take the exam.

AFA is proud to be a lead partner in the development of the Student Affairs Educator Certification through the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification. This consortium includes representation from each of the founding association partners, including NASPA, ACUHO-I, ACUI, NACA, ASCA, and NIRSA. In addition to the general certification, several specialty certifications are available, including a Fraternity/Sorority Life specialization (CSAEd-FSL).

Eligibility Criteria

Participation in the CSAEd™ certification programs are voluntary and open to anyone meeting candidate eligibility requirements at the time of application. Individuals applying for CSAEd™ core or a specialty certification must meet detailed education and work experience requirements at the time of application submission. View Eligibility Criteria

Qualifying employment experience is defined as being employed full-time in student affairs or student services in a higher education setting (e.g., a fraternity/sorority inter/national headquarters).

How to Apply

The fall 2025 Certification application cycle opens October 1, 2025 and is open through December 15, 2025 (11:59 p.m. EST). The fall 2025 exam period will be from January 5 – 31, and the retake period will take place February 16 – 28. For more information, please visit https://studentaffairscertification.org/get-certified/how-to-apply.

AFA is proud to be a lead partner in the development of the Student Affairs Educator Certification through the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification. This consortium includes representation from each of the founding association partners, including NASPA, ACUHO-I, ACUI, NACA, ASCA, and NIRSA. In addition to the general certification, several specialty certifications are available, including a Fraternity/Sorority Life specialization (CSAEd-FSL).

Eligibility Criteria

Participation in the CSAEd™ certification programs are voluntary and open to anyone meeting candidate eligibility requirements at the time of application. Individuals applying for CSAEd™ core or a specialty certification must meet detailed education and work experience requirements at the time of application submission. View Eligibility Criteria

Qualifying employment experience is defined as being employed full-time in student affairs or student services in a higher education setting (e.g., a fraternity/sorority inter/national headquarters).

How to Apply

The spring 2026 Certification application cycle opens March 1, 2025 and is open through May 15, 2025 (11:59 p.m. EST). The spring 2026 exam period will be from June 1 – 30, and the retake period will take place July 15 – 30. For more information, please visit https://studentaffairscertification.org/get-certified/how-to-apply.