Become Certified

To obtain the Certified Water Technologist (CWT) designation, please follow the process below.

1. You must have a minimum of five years acceptable field experience in the water treatment industry.
2. You must take and pass the CWT exam (see Exam Candidate Handbook on this page).
3. Upon passing the CWT exam, you must complete the CWT application. You have one year from the date you passed the CWT Exam to complete the CWT application process:
   • Complete and submit the application form and references.
   • A CWT Committee member will review your application and contact your references.
   • You will receive the results of your application within four weeks.
4. To maintain your CWT, you must recertify every five years.

For questions or concerns, contact Jeff Greenwald at help@awt.org.