Associate Environmental Professional certification is an entry level program aimed at those professionals beginning their careers, as well as those professionals who may not possess a college degree.
Education:
One (1) year in a bachelor’s degree program, such as environmental engineering, health/science, environmental management or hazardous materials management. Three (3) years of acceptable work experience may be substituted for each year of an academic degree program.
Work Experience:
None
Exam:
Required
Certification Type:
Project Management/Coordination Programs
1.What is the Associate Environmental Professional (AEP) certification?
National Registry of Environmental Professionals®’ Associate Environmental Professional (AEP) certification is an entry-level program for professionals beginning their careers, as well as those professionals who may not possess a college degree.
2. Who should get the AEP certification?
National Registry of Environmental Professionals®’ AEP certification is for those wishing to pursue a career in environmental management.
3. What prerequisites should you complete in school?
You should pursue a bachelor’s degree in an environmental field, such as environmental engineering, health/science, environmental management, or hazardous materials management.
4. Who is eligible?
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. This includes environmental engineering, health/science, environmental management, or hazardous materials management. Three years of acceptable work experience may be substituted for each year of an academic degree program.
5. Is work experience required to be eligible?
No work experience is required to be eligible for the certification.
6. How do you earn this certification?
If you meet the education or work experience requirements, you must pass a general knowledge examination on pollution prevention, emergency preparedness, hazardous materials management, chemistry, toxicology, and environmental regulations to earn the credential. The test ensures your competency in explaining environmental regulations, in examining and evaluating possible risks, and in understanding local, federal, and international environmental law.
