Foundations: Social Equity in the Built Environment
55 lessons and 9 knowledge checks across 10 modules. Self-paced and available entirely online. Completion is required before sitting for the AP credential exam.
About this course
Learn the SEAM Standard inside and out
Foundations is the comprehensive introduction to the SEAM Standard — its four pillars, eight concepts, and the certification process. Self-paced and entirely online, it’s the required preparation before sitting for the SEAM AP credential exam.
Who it’s for
Designed for practitioners
Sustainability professionals expanding into social equity
Real estate developers and asset managers pursuing SEAM Certification
DEI and ESG professionals seeking a rigorous, built-environment framework
Community development practitioners entering commercial real estate
Architects, engineers, and consultants adding social equity services
Course outline
10 modules, one framework
Introduction to the SEAM Program
5 lessons
Module 1: SEAM Framework + Design
7 lessons · knowledge check
Module 2: Concept 1. Impact Assessment
6 lessons · knowledge check
Module 3: Concept 2. Transformational Governance
7 lessons · knowledge check
Module 4: Concept 3. Community Involvement
3 lessons · knowledge check
Module 5: Concept 4. Social Investment
3 lessons · knowledge check
Module 6: Concept 5. Social Equity + Justice
6 lessons · knowledge check
Module 7: Concept 6. Social Justice Innovation
4 lessons · knowledge check
Module 8: Concept 7. Human Rights
7 lessons · knowledge check
Module 9: Concept 8. Health + Safety
3 lessons · knowledge check
Practice Exam
3 lessons
Ready to get started?
Enroll in the Foundations course on its own for $129, or get the full AP Credential Bundle at $519 — includes the course, exam, credential, and directory listing.