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The Wildlife Society is committed to the sound stewardship of wildlife resources under the guidance of well-educated, experienced, and dedicated wildlife biologists.  To further this aim, The Wildlife Society has established standards for certifying the credentials of qualified wildlife biologists.

A professional wildlife biologist is a person with the educational background and demonstrated expertise in the art and science of applying the principles of ecology to the conservation and management of wildlife and its habitats. An applicant for professional certification who demonstrates this expertise through education and experience, and is judged to be able to represent the profession as an ethical practitioner will be designated as a Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB).  

Once approved as a CWB, the individual must stay abreast of new knowledge and practices through a self-directed, continuing education program, and apply for certification renewal every five years.

An applicant for professional certification who has limited experience but who has completed the rigorous academic standards and is judged to be able to represent the profession as an ethical practitioner will be designated as an Associate Wildlife Biologist (AWB). After sufficient experience is gained, the AWB may apply for the more advanced level of certification.

Evaluation of applications is conducted by The Wildlife Society’s Certification Review Board , composed of highly qualified wildlife biologists representing diverse backgrounds.

Associate and Certified Wildlife Biologists commit to conducting themselves in accordance with The Wildlife Society’s Code of Ethics and the Standards for Professional Conduct .

Certification of wildlife biologists is a service provided by The Wildlife Society for wildlife professionals and the public, who may desire a peer evaluation statement.

By its issuance of certification to a wildlife biologist, The Wildlife Society represents only that the individual receiving the certification has met the minimum educational, experience and ethical standards adopted by the Society for professional wildlife biologists. 

 

TWS certification is not intended to operate as a representation, warranty or guarantee of the quality of or performance of services provided by the certified wildlife biologist and TWS thereby disclaims any and all liability for any losses, damages, or injury or damage to persons or property arising out of such services.

The Wildlife Society maintains a registry of Certified and Associate Wildlife Biologists . Individuals and institutions seeking the services of a professional wildlife biologist may find this useful.

Please note, however, that the areas of expertise identified for each CWB and AWB are self-selected and are not officially sanctioned by The Wildlife Society.

 

• Download the Program for Certification of Professional Wildlife Biologists (PDF).  
• Download a Certification Application (Microsoft Word document).
• Access Certification Renewal Program

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For further information, please see the frequently asked questions list or contact Shannon Pederson, Subunit and Certification Coordinator, The Wildlife Society, 5410 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, Maryland 20814-2144; (301) 897-9770; FAX (301) 530-2471; e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .