CPESC, Inc. Information

The CPESC Exam Review course is now available through IECA's On-Demand education.

Program Purposes

Phase II of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) now mandates local stormwater management programs for thousands of municipalities throughout the U.S.. Local governments must incorporate information and education components as well as construction site erosion control and post-construction stormwater management into their programs. The need for certified professionals in erosion and sediment control and storm water control continues to grow rapidly.

A Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) or Certified Professional in Storm Water Quality (CPSWQ) designation establishes and expands your credibility in these specialties. It sets you apart as a certified professional who can be utilized to design and evaluate erosion and sediment control and/or storm water control plans, to influence public policy and land-use planning decisions, and to educate others in sound approaches for preventing off-site impacts from development activities.

The CPESC or the CPSWQ designation identifies specialists who have met established standards of expertise, experience and knowledge. Through a process of peer review and written exams available during the IECA Annual Conference and Expo and local events, pre-approved applicants can obtain certification. These certification programs sponsored by the Soil and Water Conservation Society public with evidence of professional qualifications.

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Who to contact for more information

If you have additional questions about the CPESC/CPSWQ program please contact:

CPESC, Inc.
Attn: David H Ward, CPESC
796 Old Linville Rd
Marion, NC 28752-7572
Ph:(828)655-1600
Fax:(828)655-1622
info@cpesc.org
Website:http://www.cpesc.org