Becoming a Board Certified Entomologist (BCE)
Step 1: Determine eligibility
The Certification Board sets education, work experience,
competency, and ethical standards for admittance to the Certification Program.
Those who don't meet full eligibility may apply for
alternative
BCE status options. Currently those requirements are as follows:
PhD or Doctoral degree BCE candidates
For those who hold a PhD in entomology or a related field,
the requirements are at least 1 year work experience in the field, a copy of
academic transcripts, a current CV, two contacts for letters of reference (or a
minimum of two completed letters of reference), required fees, and a
willingness to abide by ethical standards set in the BCE
Code of Ethics.
Masters degree BCE candidates
For those who hold a Masters degree in entomology or a
related field, the requirements are at least 2 years work experience in the field,
a copy of academic transcripts, a current CV, two contacts for letters of
reference (or a minimum of two completed letters of reference), required fees,
and a willingness to abide by ethical standards set in the BCE Code of Ethics.
Bachelor's degree BCE candidates
For those who hold a Bachelor's degree in entomology or a
related field, the requirements are at least 3 year's work experience in the
field, a copy of academic transcripts, a current CV, two contacts for letters
of reference (or a minimum of two completed letters of reference), required
fees, and a willingness to abide by ethical standards set in the BCE Code of Ethics.
Non-degreed BCE candidates
For those who do not hold a degree in entomology or a
related field, the requirements are at least 7 years work experience in the
field, a current CV, two contacts for letters of reference (or a minimum of two
completed letters of reference), required fees, and a willingness to abide by
ethical standards set in the BCE Code of Ethics.
Other steps in the process to become a BCE:
Step 2: Application
Step 3: Study for your
examinations
Step 4: Select a proctor
Step 5: Take your exam(s)
Step 6: Maintain your
certification
