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Credential Recognition

Holders of the CHMM credential who have five years of experience in hazardous substance remediation may pre-qualify for the Cleanup Star site remediation program of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). CHMMs in Connecticut may supervise and sign off on wastewater permits/aquifer protection plans. In Indiana, CHMMs are authorized to sign plans for soil remediation in underground storage tank (UST) closure projects.

Federal agencies seeking qualified personnel to fulfill their needs are also turning to professionals with the CHMM certification. The US National Park Service requires supervision by a CHMM in many of their requests for proposal. Contracts that have included this credential have also been issued by the US Air Force, the US EPA, the US Army Corps of Engineers, the FDIC and other Federal and state agencies.

Corporations throughout the country have recognized the significance of credentialing their environmental professionals, and their preference is the CHMM certification. Some of the companies encouraging their professionals to attain the CHMM credential include: ENSR, 3E, Teris, Tetra Tech, Shaw Group, Terracon, Sara Lee, Public Service Electric and Gas (NJ), Boeing, Delphi, General Motors, and DaimlerChrysler Corp.

In addition, the CHMM program is accredited by the Council on Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB).  Programs accredited by CESB meet the rigorous standards of ASTM E 1929-98.

The CHMM® Program Is Accredited by CESB

The CHMM program is accredited by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB). The CHMM designation remains one of a select few accredited credentials in the environmental profession.

CESB's guidelines for accreditation include consideration of:

  • Validity of the certification examination program
  • Fairness of the procedures for determining applicant eligibility
  • Adequacy of requirements for ensuring maintenance and enhancement of professional qualifications (recertification)
  • Professionalism and independence of the certifying body
  • Openness of the program to public scrutiny
As an accredited program, the Institute has earned a significant role in CESB's Board activities, including participation in the review of accreditation applications for other specialty certification programs.
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