Certification: Certified Well Driller (CWD)

601 Dempsey Road, Westerville, OH 43081

The NGWA Well Construction and Pump Installation Certification Program, started in 1970, is the only national certification program for contractors and pump installers in the ground water industry. The program is designed and governed by ground water contractors who understand the daily activities in the field. They have set realistic expectations and guidelines, but also high standards to ensure integrity. It is recognized as the leading program in the industry by numerous state agencies, which have adopted the tests for their own programs.
More information about this certification

More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 1 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
Yes
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
Yes

Core

  1. The certification does not have a minimum education level or has an education level below a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree and the certification does not have a minimum requirement for work experience or requires two or less years of work experience.
  2. The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher, but has a work experience requirement of less than 2 years of work experience.
  3. The certification has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years but does not require a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree.

  • This certification is related to military occupational specialties.