The CWT program was begun in 1994. It is the first independent certification program of its kind in the industrial and commercial water treatment field.

Designed and tested by the Association of Water Technologies (AWT), it provides professional recognition for individuals involved in water treatment and technology to indicate to the general public, co-workers and others that an individual has achieved a certain level of experience, knowledge and education in the water treatment industry.

The CWT designation assures that water professionals possess a core body of knowledge and have extensive professional experience in all aspects of water treatment.

To attain the designation requires a minimum of five years of documented experience in the water treatment field and extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of water treatment.

There are currently 20 individuals with the CWT designation in Canada.

*) More information about the CWT program may be found at the Association of Water Technologies web site.