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Certified Professional in Waste Management® (CPWM®)
| Application Fee | $125.00 |
|---|---|
| Description | CPWM - Certified Professional in Waste Management is designed to credential professionals responsible for waste minimization and pollution prevention, the voluntary standards and programs related to hazardous waste management, the management and transportation of hazardous wastes, the treatment, storage and knowledge of disposal facilities for hazardous waste and the reporting and record keeping pertaining to hazardous waste and non-hazardous solid waste. CPWM also pertains to zero waste as well as recyclables. |
| Education | Minimum of HAZWOPER 40 HR training or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited community college. |
| Work Experience | Five (5) years of work experience related to waste management, waste minimization, waste treatment and storage, waste transportation and business management of waste management facilities. Education can NOT be substituted for work experience. Please note: This requirement is in addition to the experience used in lieu of education. |
| Exam | Not Required |
| One Year Price | $125.00 |
| Three Year Price | $285.00 |
| Five Year Price | $475.00 |
| Late Fee | $0.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
National Registry of Environmental Professionals ® ' Certified Professional in Waste Management (CPWM) certification is an entry-level program for professionals beginning their careers, as well as those professionals who may not possess a ...
National Registry of Environmental Professionals ® ' CPWM certification is for those wishing to pursue a career in environmental management.
You should pursue a bachelor's degree in an accredited community college
To be eligible, you must have either completed the Certificate or Diploma of Environmental Management, or have completed one year in a bachelor's degree program in an environmental field. Five years of acceptable work experience may ...
Five years of work experience are required to be eligible for the certification.
Renewal must be done after 1 year.
Yes.
While employers may not require certifications for environmental professionals, earning this credential can enhance your employment opportunities. Earning a certification allows individuals to demonstrate their knowledge, experience, and education i...
Certificate application will be valid only till one year from the date of application. Once the application is expired, candidates must apply for the application once again and pay the fees.
