Questions About Certification?
SWANA Certification: Professionalism, Recognition, Knowledge, Achievement, Leadership
SWANA certification is recognized by numerous states as the standard for solid waste employees.
Whether you’re just starting the journey or well on the path of becoming successful in the solid waste profession, SWANA Certification is your guide to career enhancement, increased salary, and greater success in your chosen discipline.
SWANA credentials are earned through education, experience, and challenging program of examinations and maintained through continuous review and education.
Please review the experience requirements closely for the discipline(s) in which you seek certification. If you do not have the requisite experience, your application will be denied.
Certification Information
Certification empowers you with the latest information, creates networking opportunities with fellow professionals, and identifies you as an asset to the industry.
Ready to Get Certified?
Visit our Become Certified page and follow three easy steps to register for certification.
- Login or create a SWANA account
- Apply for certification online
- Register for online testing
Application Costs*
Members: $250.00
Non-members: $400.00
* Certification and recertification fees do NOT cover your SWANA membership fees.
Learn More About SWANA Certification Disciplines
Managing Integrated Solid Waste Management Systems
SWANA’s Managing Integrated Solid Waste Management Systems is designed to improve the knowledge of individuals who manage municipal solid waste management systems, this course addresses the many and varied duties of the solid waste system manager. Concepts such as planning, developing, and managing solid waste systems are discussed. This course is intended for current and future managers and operators of government solid waste management systems and other industry professionals who may work in an advisory or consulting capacity with municipal waste managers.
Objectives
This course gives waste management professionals an excellent grounding in the various issues involved in the management of solid waste systems including:
- Planning, Regulatory Considerations, and Public Education
- Facility Basics (landfills, transfer stations, waste-to-energy facilities)
- Collection Systems
- Recycling and Reuse program
- Management of hard-to-handle wastes
- Composting
- Incorporating Emerging Concepts (product stewardship, zero waste, conversion technologies, greenhouse gas reduction, and renewable energy options) into existing systems
- Funding Options, Budgeting and Contracting, and Procurement
- Health and Safety
- Personnel Management
The course provides many opportunities for discussion and collaboration among participants, including instructor-led discussions and a comprehensive course exercise designed to reinforce the concepts presented.
Who Should Attend
The target audience for the course includes current and future managers of government solid waste management systems and other industry professionals who may work in an advisory or consulting capacity with municipal waste managers.
Benefits of Being Certified
Why SWANA Certification is important and beneficial to employees and employers:
Employees —Get Certified and Shift Your Career into High Gear!
- Accelerate your career
- Increase job mobility
- Command higher salary
- Prove your skills & expertise
- Demonstrate pride in your work
- Gain competitive advantage over non-certified individuals
Employers —SWANA Certification Produces Results for Your Organization!
- Leverage best practices for improved operations
- Equip employees with knowledge
- Reduce down-time from regulatory violations
- Show customers your commitment to quality
- Gain competitive advantage in bids & contracts
- Inspire employee pride in work
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