Article II - Purpose and Mission

Section 1. Purpose

The general purpose for which CPSWQ is organized is to certify qualified individuals as being a "Certified Professional in Storm Water Quality" and to promote the common business interest of such persons. An individual so designated must demonstrate prior to certification, through education, experience and examination, satisfactory knowledge of effective and economical methods of minimizing the effects of storm water quality and quantity. The requirements, standards and procedures for the examination, issuance of certification and removal of certification shall be established and administered by the Council of CPSWQ in accordance with these By-Laws.

Section 2. Mission

The public demands evidence of professional competence from persons whose activities affect the physical and economical well being of people throughout the world. Such professionals increasingly must be able to show evidence of their qualifications. CPSWQ issues certification to individuals based upon thorough examination and review of such person's educational, scientific and service knowledge, training, experience and activities in both the public and private sector. CPSWQ has developed standards and procedures for certifying persons who are qualified to practice in the fields of storm water quality and seeks to promote the common business interests of persons who are so certified.

Applicants who demonstrate and establish minimal level of competence through the application review process and an examination process are eligible to be certified as professionals in storm water quality by CPSWQ. The certification process is based upon scholarly preparation, knowledge and experience of the applicant.