Certificate Programs, Certifications, and Certification Exam Prep Classes

This program consists of three (3) courses and covers all aspects of New Jersey’s flood hazard area program, from basic concepts, such as what is a flood hazard area and riparian zone, to complex engineering and environmental issues.

Learn more about the Flood Hazard Area Certificate Program.

With a relevant 4-year degree and completion of two courses (Air Quality Permitting Seminar, plus the Auditor’s Workshop OR Complying with the NJ Pollution Prevention Act), you can become listed as an NJDEP Qualified Environmental Air Compliance Auditor. Earning a spot on this list will let potential customers know that you have completed NJDEP-approved training that has prepared you to perform audits efficiently, effectively, and in keeping with all NJDEP rules and guidelines.

Learn more about the NJDEP Qualified Environmental Air Compliance Auditor Program.

The NJDEP Subsurface Evaluation certification enables an individual to conduct remediation activities for unregulated heating oil tanks. The exam to earn this certification is administered online by Rutgers OCPE.

Learn more about the NJDEP Subsurface Evaluator Exam.

The Rutgers University Better Process Control School is approved by the FDA and follows the prescribed course of instruction for certification. Participants who complete the course requirements become BPCS certified and receive a certificate of training from Rutgers University.

Learn more about Better Process Control School.

Participants who successfully complete this program (including the final exam) will receive a certificate of completion affixed with the International HACCP Alliance seal.

Learn more about HACCP Plan Development for Food Processors.

Learn the basics of turfgrass science and golf course maintenance during this 3-week online course.

Learn more about the Rutgers Professional Golf Turf Management School’s Three-Week Preparatory Course.

Grow your career at the Rutgers Professional Golf Turf Management School by attending two 10-week class sessions and completing a 200-hour golf course internship.

Learn more about the Rutgers Professional Golf Turf Management School’s Two-Year Certificate Program.

Complete 4 weeks of classroom instruction and a 4-week winery internship to earn this certificate and launch a career in the wine industry.

Learn more about the Grape and Wine Science Certificate.

Prepare to earn a globally-recognized HR credential from SHRM by taking this certification exam prep course offered by Rutgers, one of SHRM’s Top 20 Education Partners. You will study the knowledge domains and behavioral competencies tested on the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams.

(Note: The course registration fee does not include the fee for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam or membership in SHRM.)

Learn more about the SHRM Certification Exam Preparation Course.

Complete nine classes designed to provide a combination of plant science and practical knowledge for the purpose of maintaining landscapes.

Learn more about the Landscape Management Certificate.

Go a step beyond lawn care and maintenance! Attend nine classes to earn this certificate so you can offer a wide range of high-end services and cater to more lucrative customer needs.

Learn more about the Landscape Management II Certificate.

Learn the business skills you need to master for your landscape company to grow and succeed by completing the three courses in this certificate program.

Learn more about the Landscape Business Management Certificate.

Raise the level of your knowledge and skills so you can maintain and enhance public grounds at parks, schools, sports fields, and more. This program consists of ten classes designed to provide a solid foundation the core skills needed to maintain and manage public grounds.

Learn more about the Public Grounds Management Certificate.

Discover how to apply the generally recognized practices of project management acknowledged by the Project Management Institute (PMI®) to successfully manage projects. The skills and knowledge you gain in this course will help you avoid making costly mistakes and increase your competitive edge in the project management profession. Additionally, this course can be a significant part of your preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification Exam.

Note: The course registration fee does not include the fee for the PMI® PMP® exam.

Learn more about the Project Management Certification Exam Preparation 35-Hour Course.

*PMP and PMI are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Environment Public Health (EPH) is an 8-week course followed by a 200-hour unpaid health department internship. This program provides the expertise and hands-on experience you need to start your public health career, and qualifies you to apply to take the NJ Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) Licensing Exam. In New Jersey, an REHS acts as the front-line investigator for many of the state’s public health and environmental regulations.

Learn more about the Environment and Public Health program.

Designed by the Rutgers Center for Vector Biology (CVB) and coordinated by the NJAES Office of Continuing Professional Education (OCPE), this new certificate in mosquito management includes three courses designed to meet the needs of government or private industry personnel involved in mosquito research, surveillance, and abatement.

Learn more about the Professional Mosquito Management Certificate Program.

This entry level course prepares students for the NJDEP or National Radon Safety Board (NRSB) radon measurement certification exam. It covers the selection, placement, and set up/operation of radon measurement devices.

Note: The ERRTC at Rutgers does not administer radon certification exams. Rutgers is not involved with the payment or registration process for these exams.

Learn more about the Radon Measurement Proficiency Course.

This entry level course prepares students for a national (NRPP or NRSB) or NJDEP radon mitigation certification exam. Students learn how to design and set up a working radon mitigation system.

Note: The ERRTC at Rutgers does not administer radon certification exams. Rutgers is not involved with the payment or registration process for these exams.

Learn more about the Radon Mitigation Specialist Initial Training Course.

Complete ten required classes and all course proficiency assignments to become a NJ Certified Recycling Professional (CRP). Students learn how to develop, implement, maintain, promote, and track a fiscally sound and successful recycling program.

Learn more about the NJ Recycling Certification Series.

The Alternate Recycling Certification Series is a 4-day course and exam for individuals who wish to earn the NJ Certified Recycling Professional (CRP) credential and possess certain levels of prior experience, training, and/or professional certifications.

Learn more about the NJ Alternate Recycling Certification Series.

The NJ Clean Communities Council (NJCCC) partners with Rutgers OCPE to offer a certification course for Clean Communities program personnel. The three-day program presents information on programming, statistical reporting, budgeting/cost management, communications, volunteer management, and related topics. Students can become NJ Certified Clean Communities Coordinators after taking this course and completing additional requirements.

Learn more about the NJ Clean Communities Coordinator Certification Course.

N.J.A.C. 7:26A – 1.4(a)(14)(xiv) states that all operators of composting facilities in New Jersey must “attend a composting course…..approved by the Department.” Rutgers OCPE, in conjunction with the NJ Department of Environmental Protection and in cooperation with the Association of New Jersey Recyclers, has developed this course which meets the requirements of the regulations and will help you to improve your compost facility’s operation.

Learn more about the NJ Compost Operator Certification Course.

Individuals who complete the NJ Certified Recycling Professional Series will also earn the nationally-recognized Sustainable Resource Management Professional certification.

Through Sustainable Resource Management strategies, individuals, communities, and businesses can learn how to reduce wasted resources, avoid product and transportation related greenhouse gas emissions, and work to create a green economy.

Learn more about the Sustainable Resource Management Professional Certification.

Per NJ Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) regulations, those seeking a Level 1 “T” (drinking water treatment) or “W” (drinking water distribution system) license must successfully complete an approved “Introduction to Water” course, such as this one.

Learn more about Introduction to Drinking Water.

Per NJ Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) regulations, those seeking a Level 1 “S” (wastewater treatment) or “C” (wastewater collection system) license must successfully complete an approved “Introduction to Wastewater” course, such as this one.

Learn more about Introduction to Wastewater.

If you’re planning to sit for a Level 2 or higher New Jersey “C” wastewater collection system license exam, you are required to complete and pass a 45-hour Advanced Wastewater Collection Systems course. Our class has been designed to meet the NJDEP requirement and help you prepare for success on your wastewater license exam.

Learn more about Advanced Wastewater Collection Systems.

If you’re planning to take the “N” wastewater operator licensing exam, the NJDEP requires that you complete and pass a 90-hour industrial wastewater treatment course. Our class has been designed to help you meet this requirement and give you the best chance for success on your industrial wastewater “N” licensing exam.

Learn more about Industrial Wastewater Treatment.

Complete three required courses and an exam to earn this highly respected certificate that will teach you how to accurately delineate wetland boundaries. Course topics include vegetation identification, hydric soils, and methodology for delineating wetlands and are taught by experts Ralph Tiner and Mallory Gilbert.

Learn more about the Wetland Delineation Certificate Program.