Certification: Certified Lodging Owner (CLO)
800 N. Magnolia Avenue, Suite 1800, Orlando, FL 32803
Hotel ownership requires a knowledge of financial, regulatory, operational, legal, and analytical issues. The Certified Lodging Owner (CLO) professional certification was developed by AHLEI based on input from current owners about the competencies that were important for their success. The study materials provide a strong foundation for new owners who may not have prior knowledge of the hotel industry.
- More than two years of education or training after high school required?
- No
- More than two years of work experience required?
- Yes
- Oral or Written Exam Required?
- Yes
- Renewal Required?
- Every 5 Year(s)
- Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
- No
- Renew through Re-Examination?
- Yes
- Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
- Yes
- Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
- Yes