Career Details

Certified Collection Systems Professional

Description

SWANA Certification is recognized by numerous states as the standard for solid waste employees. Being SWANA Certified enhances your resume and distinguishes you as a leader in your profession. Certification empowers you with the latest information, creates networking opportunities with fellow professionals, and identifies you as an asset to the industry.

Certifying Organization

Solid Waste Association of North America

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

Managing Integrated Solid Waste Management Systems

Certifying Organization

Solid Waste Association of North America

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Managing Recycling Systems

Certifying Organization

Solid Waste Association of North America

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Registered Environmental Property Assessor

Certifying Organization

National Registry of Environmental Professionals

Type

B - Advanced

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