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Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner (CERP) Program
 

Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner (CERP) Program

SER's Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner (CERP) program encourages a high professional standard for those who are designing, implementing, overseeing, and monitoring ecological restoration projects throughout the world. The program guarantees that practitioners meet a set of minimum requirements for restoration and ecological knowledge, on-the-ground practical experience, and an understanding of restoration principles and standards.

Become a Certified Practitioner

Interested in becoming a certified practitioner with SER’s CERP program? Learn more about certification requirements, benefits to certification, and the application process.

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Find a Certified Practitioner

Want to connect with a qualified restoration practitioner or verify a practitioner’s credentials? View our interactive directory of certified practitioners.

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Maintain Your Certification

Certified practitioners must maintain their credentials through continuing education and an annual maintenance fee. Use this page to keep your certification in good standing.

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Engage With SER’s CERP Program as an Academic Partner

SER is pleased to offer a variety of partnership options to academic institutions with programs in ecological restoration. These options allow institutions to help launch their students’ careers in restoration and distinguish themselves as being committed to training the next generation of restoration professionals.

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Get Your Event Pre-Approved for CERP CECs

Interested in advertising your educational event as being eligible for CERP continuing education credits (CECs)? Submit your event to SER for pre-approval.

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CERP Program Governance

The CERP program is overseen by volunteer committees of certified practitioners. Learn more about these committees and the roles they play in managing the program.

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Is Certification right for you?

Ready to advance your career in the restoration field? Watch this webinar to learn more about the requirements and application process for becoming a Certified Practitioner.

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Current Program Sponsors

The CERP program is made possible in part by generous donations from our program sponsors. Learn more about how your company can sponsor CERP or SER.

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We would also like to thank our previous program sponsors - GZA, SER Northeast, and SER Southeast. These organizations have made important contributions that have supported the development and growth of the CERP program.
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