Certified Composting Professional (CCP)

The US Composting Council created the Certification Commission (USCC) as a quasi-independent body with a mission to develop and administer national, valid, credible, and vendor-neutral certification programs for organics recycling professionals, enhancing the profession of organics recycling facility management and, in turn, benefiting community business and environmental outcomes. The Commission researched and developed its program based on field data reflecting the knowledge, skills, performance, and expectations required of facility managers and operators. In order to be a Certified Composting Professional™ (CCP™), an individual must: 1. Complete the application 2. Meet the eligibility requirements 3. Take and pass the CCP™ test 4. Receive your certification 5. Maintain your certification through ongoing education. TEST ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 1. Experience: Minimum of 4 years of full time experience related to composting facility design, implementation and/or operations. 2. Training in Compost Operations: At least 5 days of training, including one course of at least 3 days in compost operations 3. Education: Graduation from high school or GED 4. Age: 21 years of age or older