Des Plaines, Ill. (Jan. 23, 2007) – RSES is proud to announce the names of members who were awarded RSES Certificate Member status in November 2006.

In order to become a CM, a RSES member must first pass a rigorous examination that tests the knowledge required to install and service refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. CM-level members are recognized industry-wide as having achieved a superior level of HVACR knowledge. The RSES CM exam is based heavily on theory and practical applications.

The following RSES members passed the CM exam in November 2006 and were awarded CM status: David J. Hensley, CM, of the Fox Valley Chapter, Elgin, Ill.; and Jimmy L. Stoops, CM, of the Athens Chapter, Athens, Ohio.

The CM exam was originated in 1935. For additional information, please contact the Educational Branch of RSES by calling 800-297-5660 or 847-297-6464, or by faxing 847-297-5038.


RSES is the world’s leading education, training and certification association for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration professionals. RSES certification includes the Certificate Member and Certificate Member Specialist exam series (since 1935) and one of the largest EPA Section 608 programs in the industry. Founded in 1933, RSES is a non-profit organization of more than 16,000 members in 434 chapters in the U.S. and Canada, as well as affiliate organizations worldwide. For more information on RSES call 800-297-5660 or 847-297-6464, or visit our Web site at www.rses.org. RSES, 1666 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016.

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