Instructor Preparation Program (IPP)
Apply to become an Instructor for the Clean Water Certificate Training Program (CWC Program)! The CWC Program for workforce development is an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited certificate program that promotes job growth in the stormwater industry and delivers hands-on, classroom, and field-based learning on industry-specific skills and knowledge. Successful completion of the Instructor Preparation Program (IPP) will permit qualified candidates to continuously administer the CWC Program.
To schedule an information call and learn more about becoming a CWC Instructor please contact: training@cwp.org
To participate in the IPP course, candidates must possess a set of pre-requisite qualifications, including:
- Bachelor’s degree in the field and 2 years of working knowledge of green infrastructure and stormwater management, or
- 5 years of experience in the industry.
Logistics
The course is held virtually, in 2-hr. sessions, for five consecutive days. There are 15-30 minute homework assignments each day. Once registered for the course, you will be provided with a Zoom join link.
Upcoming Course Dates
- February 24 – 28, 2025, 1-3pm (Eastern Time) each day
- August 25 – 29, 2025, 1-3pm (Eastern Time) each day
- February 23 – 27, 2026, 1-3pm (Eastern Time) each day
A private class can be scheduled if a minimum of 5 participants are interested.
Registration
Step 1: Qualified candidates must provide their resumes to training@cwp.org
Step 2: Pay associated fees and sign a CWC License Agreement. All fees must be received by the deadline. To learn more about associated fees please contact:training@cwp.org
Step 3: Make sure you have a quiet space with internet access to sign in to Zoom and participate in the IPP training on your scheduled training dates.
Important Notes
With an annual license, instructors can train an unlimited number of participants during a one (1)-year period. This year-long period begins one (1) day after the successful completion of Instructor Preparation Program.
Instructors are independent contractors.
Candidates will be notified within 3 business days of acceptance into the program and may schedule a time to make the payment via phone. Payments may also be made by check and mailed to: 11711 E. Market Place, Suite 200, Fulton, MD 20759.
All payments must be made by the deadline for each scheduled IPP training
A minimum of 5 approved instructor candidates are required to host this Instructor Preparation Program installment. Maximum of 12 candidates for each Instructor Preparation Program installment.