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Online options for fulfilling professional development hour requirements.
Upcoming events
Aug 3 Sat Train-the-Trainer Workshop – Minneapolis, MN @ Hyatt Regency (Lake Nokomis Room - 4th floor) Aug 3 @ 8:00 am – Aug 5 @ 12:00 pm Click here to Register
The Train-the-Trainer workshop is being offered in conjunction with the Operation & Maintenance of Stormwater Control Measures Conference at Minneapolis, MN.
Workshop Schedule
- Saturday, August 3 – 8 am to 5 pm CDT
- Sunday, August 4 – 8 am to 5 pm CDT
- Monday, August 5 – 8 am to noon CDT
Trainer Qualifications
All participants applying to become an NGICP approved trainer must possess two of the following three qualifications:
- Minimum of a bachelor of science degree in water resource management or environmental science
- Minimum 35 hours of experience as a trainer for hands-on, adult learning courses
- Direct experience in Stormwater Green Infrastructure(GI) construction, inspection, or maintenance
Once registration has been completed, please submit the Qualified Trainer Application to praviprakash@wef.org, along with proof of meeting the two of the three trainer qualifications (listed above).
*Trainers may only hold NGICP trainings under a valid NGICP license. Trainers who do not wish to purchase a license, may only train for an organization that has a valid NGICP license.
Aug 5 Mon Boylston, MA – Training (Aug 2019) @ Tower Hill Botanic Garden Aug 5 @ 8:30 am – Aug 9 @ 5:00 pm Register for TRAINING
Register for EXAM
Please view user guide for navigating the exam registration. Questions regarding exam registration can be directed to sstallard@wef.org
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by Trevor Smith, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to ela.info@comcast.net or 617-436-5838.
Eligibility Requirements
All candidates interested in taking the NGICP exam must have completed High School education (at a minimum) and a 35hr GI training. Applicants are required to upload a copy of their HS/college diploma or transcript at the time of registering for the NGICP exam and the trainers will submit the training attendance log to us (as proof of completing the 35hr training).
Training Schedule
Aug 5-9, 2019 (Mon through Friday): 8.30 AM to 5.00 PM
Cost
Training Fee – $800 (paid to ELA)
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.
Sep 5 Thu Register for Exam
Please contact sstallard@wef.org to submit NGICP application & exam fee
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by Holly Hudson, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to Holly Hudson at hhudson@cosmostechnologiesinc.com or 412-321-3951.
Training Schedule
Five consecutive Thursdays – Sep 5, 12, 19, 26 and Oct 3: 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM at 700 River Ave (5th Floor Conference Room), Pittsburgh PA 15212
Cost
Training Fee – $350 early bird (paid to Cosmos Technologies); $385 after July 5
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.
Sep 9 Mon Marietta, GA – Training (Sep-Oct 2019) @ Georgia Association of Water Professionals Sep 9 @ 8:00 am – Oct 7 @ 5:00 pm Register for TRAINING
Register for EXAM – Please contact sstallard@wef.org
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by GAWP, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to jmoore@gawp.org or 678-540-7323 .
Training Schedule
Sep 9, 16, 23, 30 & Oct 7, 2019 (only on Mondays): 8.00 AM to 5.00 PM
Cost
Training Fee – $975 (paid to GAWP)
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.
Westminster, CO – Blended Learning Pilot (Training & Exam) – CANCELLED @ City Park Sep 9 @ 8:00 am – Sep 11 @ 12:00 pm 
This event is cancelled and will be rescheduled to a future date (TBD).
WEF is piloting a Blended Learning Program (combination of online learning & a 2-day in-person training) in 2019. As part of this pilot program, applicants are required to complete the GI modules online via WEF’s Learning Management System over 8 weeks (July & Aug) and then, attend a 2-day in-person training and take the exam after the training ends. Completion of the online modules is a pre-requisite to attend the in-person training.
Schedule
Online Learning (8 weeks): July to Aug. Applicants will be given access to the training materials via WEF’s Learning Management System
In-person Training (2-day): Sep 9 and 10 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Exam Date: Sep 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location
City Park, 10455 Sheridan Boulevard, Westminster, CO 80020
Cost
Fee for this training and exam is $700 (Training=$500 and exam=$200)
Exam Eligibility
For this pilot program, NGICP certification requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) at a minimum and completion of the GI training (online learning component and the 2-day in-person training). All applicants must email Sarah Stallard (sstallard@wef.org), a copy of their transcript/diploma as proof of HS (or college) education before July 1, 2019.
Exam Details
This exam is being administered as a paper-and-pencil test. Results are usually available within 45 days.
Oct 17 Thu Register for Exam
Please contact sstallard@wef.org to submit NGICP application & exam fee
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by Holly Hudson, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to Holly Hudson at hhudson@cosmostechnologiesinc.com or 412-321-3951.
Training Schedule
Five consecutive Thursdays – Oct 17, 24, 31 and Nov 7, 14: 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM at 700 River Ave (5th Floor Conference Room), Pittsburgh PA 15212
Cost
Training Fee – $350 early bird; $385 after Aug 17 (paid to Cosmos Technologies)
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.
Dec 2 Mon Marietta, GA – Training (Dec 2019) @ Georgia Association of Water Professionals Dec 2 @ 8:00 am – Dec 6 @ 5:00 pm Register for TRAINING
Register for EXAM – Please contact sstallard@wef.org
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by GAWP, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to jmoore@gawp.org or 678-540-7323.
Training Schedule
Dec 2-6, 2019 (Monday to Friday): 8.00 AM to 5.00 PM
Cost
Training Fee – $975 (paid to GAWP)
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.
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The Train-the-Trainer workshop is being offered in conjunction with the Operation & Maintenance of Stormwater Control Measures Conference at Minneapolis, MN.
Workshop Schedule
- Saturday, August 3 – 8 am to 5 pm CDT
- Sunday, August 4 – 8 am to 5 pm CDT
- Monday, August 5 – 8 am to noon CDT
Trainer Qualifications
All participants applying to become an NGICP approved trainer must possess two of the following three qualifications:
- Minimum of a bachelor of science degree in water resource management or environmental science
- Minimum 35 hours of experience as a trainer for hands-on, adult learning courses
- Direct experience in Stormwater Green Infrastructure(GI) construction, inspection, or maintenance
Once registration has been completed, please submit the Qualified Trainer Application to praviprakash@wef.org, along with proof of meeting the two of the three trainer qualifications (listed above).
*Trainers may only hold NGICP trainings under a valid NGICP license. Trainers who do not wish to purchase a license, may only train for an organization that has a valid NGICP license.
Register for TRAINING
Register for EXAM
Please view user guide for navigating the exam registration. Questions regarding exam registration can be directed to sstallard@wef.org
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by Trevor Smith, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to ela.info@comcast.net or 617-436-5838.
Eligibility Requirements
All candidates interested in taking the NGICP exam must have completed High School education (at a minimum) and a 35hr GI training. Applicants are required to upload a copy of their HS/college diploma or transcript at the time of registering for the NGICP exam and the trainers will submit the training attendance log to us (as proof of completing the 35hr training).
Training Schedule
Aug 5-9, 2019 (Mon through Friday): 8.30 AM to 5.00 PM
Cost
Training Fee – $800 (paid to ELA)
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.
Register for Exam
Please contact sstallard@wef.org to submit NGICP application & exam fee
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by Holly Hudson, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to Holly Hudson at hhudson@cosmostechnologiesinc.com or 412-321-3951.
Training Schedule
Five consecutive Thursdays – Sep 5, 12, 19, 26 and Oct 3: 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM at 700 River Ave (5th Floor Conference Room), Pittsburgh PA 15212
Cost
Training Fee – $350 early bird (paid to Cosmos Technologies); $385 after July 5
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.
Register for TRAINING
Register for EXAM – Please contact sstallard@wef.org
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by GAWP, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to jmoore@gawp.org or 678-540-7323 .
Training Schedule
Sep 9, 16, 23, 30 & Oct 7, 2019 (only on Mondays): 8.00 AM to 5.00 PM
Cost
Training Fee – $975 (paid to GAWP)
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.
This event is cancelled and will be rescheduled to a future date (TBD).
WEF is piloting a Blended Learning Program (combination of online learning & a 2-day in-person training) in 2019. As part of this pilot program, applicants are required to complete the GI modules online via WEF’s Learning Management System over 8 weeks (July & Aug) and then, attend a 2-day in-person training and take the exam after the training ends. Completion of the online modules is a pre-requisite to attend the in-person training.
Schedule
Online Learning (8 weeks): July to Aug. Applicants will be given access to the training materials via WEF’s Learning Management System
In-person Training (2-day): Sep 9 and 10 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Exam Date: Sep 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location
City Park, 10455 Sheridan Boulevard, Westminster, CO 80020
Cost
Fee for this training and exam is $700 (Training=$500 and exam=$200)
Exam Eligibility
For this pilot program, NGICP certification requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) at a minimum and completion of the GI training (online learning component and the 2-day in-person training). All applicants must email Sarah Stallard (sstallard@wef.org), a copy of their transcript/diploma as proof of HS (or college) education before July 1, 2019.
Exam Details
This exam is being administered as a paper-and-pencil test. Results are usually available within 45 days.
Register for Exam
Please contact sstallard@wef.org to submit NGICP application & exam fee
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by Holly Hudson, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to Holly Hudson at hhudson@cosmostechnologiesinc.com or 412-321-3951.
Training Schedule
Five consecutive Thursdays – Oct 17, 24, 31 and Nov 7, 14: 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM at 700 River Ave (5th Floor Conference Room), Pittsburgh PA 15212
Cost
Training Fee – $350 early bird; $385 after Aug 17 (paid to Cosmos Technologies)
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.
Register for TRAINING
Register for EXAM – Please contact sstallard@wef.org
Registration (Registration is separate for Training & Exam – MUST register for BOTH)
The training is provided by GAWP, a licensed NGICP trainer. Inquiries for this training can be directed to jmoore@gawp.org or 678-540-7323.
Training Schedule
Dec 2-6, 2019 (Monday to Friday): 8.00 AM to 5.00 PM
Cost
Training Fee – $975 (paid to GAWP)
Exam Fee – $200 (paid to WEF)
Exam Information
The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training.