- a nationally recognized, accredited voluntary certification for EH&S trainers
- approved certification for DHS Office of Grants & Training training management and instruction
- the U.S. industry standard for trainer certification in all safety, health, and environmental fields
- the only certification measuring instructional knowledge and confirming safety, health, and environmental technical and regulatory knowledge
- a proven way to achieve personal and professional satisfaction for demonstrated competency and accomplishment
- a network of dedicated colleagues, sharing knowledge and resources
- a path to enhance your leadership role in training and training management
- an opportunity to participate in setting the standards for training in your industry
- a valuable marketing tool for you or your organization
- in conformance with ANSI/ASSE Z490.1
Certified Environmental, Safety & Health Trainers (CETs) are...- training and education professionals with many years of experience in safety, health, and environmental training
- mostly degreed in engineering, chemistry, the sciences, or environmental management; and
- true specialists in fields that have experienced dramatic change over the past quarter century, with greatly increased responsibilities and a growing demand for professionalism
The CET Program helps you to...- respond to the demand for proven competency in your training programs
- document your commitment to high quality training
- demonstrate your leadership in preparing and protecting your workers
- demonstrate your commitment to meeting the requirements of expanding, interrelated and overlapping EPA, OSHA, DOT and state regulations, many of which have specific training requirements
Certification currently is offered in...- All-Hazards Emergency Response
- Management and Transportation of Hazardous Materials and Waste (for CHMMs only)
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Radiation Protection (for CHPs and Registered Radiation Protection Technologists only)
- Wastewater Technology (Collection, treatment and related areas)
- Drinking Water Technology (Treatment, distribution and related areas)
Prepare for the CET examination by...- attending one of NESHTA's Designing and Delivering Effective Training workshops. These award-winning workshops are designed for persons who are already proficient in technical areas, but need training or review in adult training and education programs. The workshop is also offered by a number of member partners
- using the CET Program and Examination Guide, which contains the "Need-to-Know Criteria" for certification specialty areas
- attending adult training skills courses offered by colleges, universities, and other training skills vendors nationwide
- attending technical content and train-the-trainer workshops and seminars offered by universities and colleges, the EPA, OSHA, and training vendors across the nation
CET eligibility requirements are...- proof of eligibility, acquired through a minimum of eight years of experience or a combination of education and experience. At least two years must be direct experience in a relevant technical field
- a minimum of 270 hours in delivering education or training
- three professional references attesting to the applicant's skill as a trainer
- successful completion of the CET Instructional Technology test, plus one or more technical specialty test -- except recognition is provided in lieu of testing to holders of active CHMM, CHP, CHST, CIH, COHN, CSP, and OHST certification, NRRPT registration, and most state senior-level water and wastewater operator certifications. (Details are provided with the application package)
- continuing professional development and professional practice, annual maintenance, and renewal every five years
Associate Environmental, Safety & Health Trainer (AET) affiliation...- is available for trainers who do not yet have sufficient experience or training hours needed for certification
- demonstrates commitment to the standards of excellence and professionalism of the CET Program, while awaiting full qualification
- provides many of the personal and professional benefits of certification while you are gaining needed experience
- requires a minimum of one year experience in a relevant technical area
- requires 45 hours of education or training delivery, three references, and successful completion of the testing or specialty area recognition requirements
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