Advancements in technology, changes in public awareness and expectations, and increasing pressures on wildlife habitats and populations require wildlife professionals continually to improve their knowledge and skills to remain effective.The Wildlife Society's Professional Development Program was developed to recognize individuals who commit themselves to life-long learning and enhanced professionalism.
The Professional Development Program is open to all wildlife professionals. Upon successful completion of the program, as evidenced by an approved Application and Personal Activity Record, The Wildlife Society will issue a Professional Development Certificate. Success of the Program depends upon individual integrity and widespread participation. Program goals are to:
Advance the technical and communication skills needed by wildlife professionals in an ever-changing world;
Integrate new knowledge, concepts, and techniques into the practice of wildlife management; and
Recognize, through issuance of a Professional Development Certificate, those individuals who demonstrate a commitment to excellence through continued learning.
Procedures
To obtain a Professional Development Certificate, an applicant must:
Complete a minimum of 150 Contact Hours of professional development during a 5-year period. Participants may complete the Program in less time.
Maintain a Personal Activity Record of participation in professional development activities.
Distribute Contact Hours within up to 5 accepted categories of activities.
Applicants who meet the requirements will be issued a Professional Development Certificate. The Wildlife Society will maintain a copy of all application materials from successful applicants for a limited period of time. Applicants are advised to retain a personal copy of all records for their files.
For further information please see our list of frequently asked questions or contact Shannon Pederson, Subunit and Certification Coordinator The Wildlife Society 5410 Grosvenor Lane, #200 Bethesda, Maryland 20814-2144; 301-897-9770 |Fax: 301-530-2471 e-mail:
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