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SBU's Bryant receives EFP credential

BOLIVAR, Mo. — Robbie Bryant, MEP Maintenance Supervisor for Southwest Baptist University’s Physical Plant, recently received the Educational Facilities Professional (EFP) credential, announced by the APPA.

The EFP is a way to validate the unique knowledge and competency required of an accomplished professional in the educational facilities field.

robbie.bryant“The APPA EFP designation is a knowledge-based credential for educational facilities professionals and industry suppliers looking to validate their depth-of-knowledge in the core educational facilities management topics deemed critical by employers,” John Morris, chair of APPA's Board for EFP Certification, said in a release.

“Aspiring educational facility professionals who obtain the must-have EFP credential demonstrate their understanding of the core knowledge and skills, enhance their career opportunities and gain immediate credibility with employers, clients and peers.”

The credential is both a professional and personal accomplishment for Bryant.

“My goal in the future is to be a facilities manager at an educational institution,” Bryant said. “I believe this credential will prove itself very valuable in establishing credibility when I start seeking a facilities management position.”

The EFP credential represents core knowledge, talent and skill, underscoring accountability and commitment to growth and mastery, APPA Executive Vice President Lander Medlin said in a release.

“The curriculum is rigorous and covers a broad area of subjects,” Bryant said. “It has helped me to realize that, with God’s help, I can accomplish the things I have set out to accomplish.”

For eligibility requirements or more information, visit www.certification.appa.org.