Career Pathways through Professional Certification and Membership Organizations

Future professionals will be responsible for developing and implementing green technology.  Professional credentialing, ongoing professional development, and networking are critical tools to ensure a sustainable green environment.  This presentation will provide an overview comparison of various recognized professional certification requirements and the benefits of membership organizations related to the fields of Environmental Health Safety and Security.  Credentials such as the CHMM, CHMP, CET, ASP, CSP, CIH, CHST, OHST will be discussed in detail along with the networking and professional development opportunities available through professional membership organizations.  The objectives are for participants to be able to identify accredited professional certifications and recognized membership organizations and then incorporate these invaluable resources into planning a career path.