Career Details

Certified Water Technologist

Description

The Certified Water Technologist (CWT) program represents the highest professional credential in the industrial and commercial water treatment field. It provides professional recognition for individuals involved in water treatment and technology to indicate to the general public, co-workers, employers and others that an individual has achieved a high level of experience, knowledge and education in the industry. The CWT designation assures that water professionals possess a core body of knowledge and have extensive professional experience in all aspects of water treatment.

Certifying Organization

Association of Water Technologies

Details

If significant education or training is needed? No

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

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Certified Stormwater Manager

Certifying Organization

American Public Works Association

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Level I Hydrologic Technician

Certifying Organization

American Institute of Hydrology

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Level II Hydrologic Technician: Surface Water

Certifying Organization

American Institute of Hydrology

Type

C - Specialty

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