The Academy of Board Certified
Environmental Professionals (ABCEP)

For the last 25 years the Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) designation has been awarded to senior managers and other qualified individuals as a way to demonstrate their professional skills and high standard of conduct.

The CEP designation is a national symbol of excellence, and says to employers, clients, colleagues and the public that an individual is a knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated professional.

The CEP is awarded after a comprehensive review of their background, their abilities, and their knowledge. Most CEPs have at least ten years of experience in the field.

Individuals are certified in one of five areas:

Click here for additional information about selected CEPs and the positions they hold. This page provides an overview of firms, agencies and organizations where CEPs work. We look forward to having you apply.

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 CEP certification exceeds the requirements of the USEPA's definition of Environmental Professional (EP) and conforms to ASTM's requirements for conducting Phase I Environmental Site Evaluations.  A side by side comparison is provided.

 

USEPA CRITERIA FOR EP DESIGNATION

ABCEP CRITERIA FOR CERTIFICATION

Baccalaureate or Higher Degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a discipline of engineering or science.

Baccalaureate or Higher Degree from an accredited institution of higher education.

5 years of full-time relevant experience

9 years of full-time relevant experience with 5 years in a supervisory capacity

Requirement to remain current in the field

Certification maintenance requires 40 hours of maintenance points of relevant environmental activities.

 

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Academy of Board Certified Environmental Professionals
P.O. Box 42564, Towson, MD 21284-2564
Toll Free Tel: 866-767-8073 *** Fax: 410-254-5542
 office@abcep.org

January 31, 2008