Why was the Society of Wetland Scientists Professional Certification Program developed?
The SWSPCP was developed as a separate nonprofit corporate program by the Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS), out of a recognized need for minimum standards of wetland science practice. The SWS is a non-profit scientific and educational organization formed to: (a) Operate solely and exclusively as a charitable and educational organization to foster conservation and understanding of wetlands. (b) Advance public education and enlightenment concerning the worlds wetland resources. (c) Provide an independent forum for an interchange of ideas and data developed within wetland science. (d) Develop and encourage wetland science as a distinct discipline by supporting student education, curriculum development, and research. (e) Encourage and evaluate the educational, scientific, and technological development and advancement of all branches of wetland science and practice. (f) Encourage the knowledgeable management of wetland resources. Encouraging and strengthening professional standards in al
