SWANA Certification
SWANA certifications are recognized by numerous states as the standard for solid waste employees. Whether you’re just starting your professional journey or well on your way to a successful career, SWANA certification can help you enhance your career, increase your salary, and distinguish yourself amongst your peers.
Becoming a SWANA-certified professional distinguishes you as an expert in your field, sets you up to have a greater impact on your profession, and opens doors to new leadership opportunities.
Preparing for Certification
Individuals seeking certification should note that attending a training course does NOT guarantee success on a certification exam. Passing a certification exam requires amassing knowledge, skills, and abilities over time from a variety of sources; no one course provides all of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to pass a certification exam. Knowledge is gained over time from years of experience in the field; online courses, webinars, and podcasts; in-person seminars and events; hands-on workshops; on-the-job training; local, regional, and national conferences; mentoring programs; trade publications; and more.
Learn more about SWANA’s certification disciplines:
- Household Hazardous Waste & CESQG Collection Operations
- Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO)
- Managing Composting Programs
- Managing Integrated Solid Waste Management Systems
- Managing MSW Collection Systems
- Managing Recycling Systems
- Transfer Station Management
- Zero Waste Principles & Practices
Click Here to get started on the path to certification or contact certification@swana.org!