Benefits of CPESC Certification

Benefits to the Registrant

• Demonstrates proficiency in the erosion and sediment control field
• Enhances your technical and professional credibility
• Satisfies the qualified-person requirement in some local and state programs
• Increases personal value, recognition, and marketability
• Encourages greater commitment and personal career growth

Benefits to Companies

• Assures customers of competence, professionalism, and ethical behavior
• Provides a competitive advantage when marketing your services
• Motivates employees to continually improve and update knowledge and skills
• Distinguishes competent contractors and employee candidates
• Serves as a tool for promotion or advancement

Benefits to the Public

• Confirms the ethical and technical competence of practitioners
• Promotes clean water and environmental stewardship
• Establishes rigorous, peer-reviewed standards for the profession
• Defines a career-path where a degreed alternative does not exist