Certified Ground Water Professional

The Certified Ground Water Professional (CGWP) designation was started in 1986 for AGWSE members. It is designed to represent those individuals who are at the top of their fields and strive to uphold the dignity of their profession.

Applicants give information in three categories—education, experience, and other factors including examples of work recommendations of sponsors and general information.

Those who are granted certification are then asked to abide by seven cannons of professional practice. They shall:

• Perform services only in the areas of their competence
• Use their knowledge and skill for the enhancement of human welfare
• Serve the public, their employers, and their clients honestly, objectively, and impartially
• Avoidconflict of interest
• Act as faithful agents or trustees in professional matters for each employer or client
• Strive to uphold and enhance the honor, integrity, dignity, competence, and prestige of the ground water profession
• Maintain their competence current through continuing professional development.