026 The One That's All About the CWT
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Currently on the show we are doing a multi-episode series on getting your Certified Water Technologist (CWT) designation. The CWT is the highest professional designation in the water treatment industry and is administered by the Association of Water Technologies (AWT). A CWT exam is a rigorous, 200-question, four-hour exam that water technologists can take after five years of experience in the industry. It may sound daunting, but having a CWT is a sure way to bump up your career and demonstrate your knowledge, ethics and commitment to the industry.
In this episode, we are going to be exploring all things CWT together with Angela Pike, self-proclaimed queen and Senior Service Manager at AWT. Angela works directly with the committee responsible for the CWT and has since become a guru on the entire AWT process. Together, we\\u2019ll be delving into the reasons why you should get your CWT, how to get it, how to study for it, how to pass the exam (not test,) as well as what to do if you do not pass the exam and how to re-certify. We\\u2019re going to be providing some tips and advice to help you prepare and pass the exam the first time around. By the end of this episode, you\\u2019ll have a new perspective on the value of a CWT certification and how to best go about the process. Take a listen!
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Learn more about Angela\\u2019s role at the AWT. [0:04:22.0]
Angela\\u2019s definition of a Certified Water Technologist. [0:05:49.0]
Why is the CWT an important certification? [0:08:30.0]
The elevated status that comes with having a CWT. [0:10:02.0]
How to begin the process of becoming a CWT. [0:11:50.0]
What to expect from the CWT exam. [0:15:25.0]
Advantages of taking a computer-based exam. [0:18:19.0]
Angela\\u2019s tips for passing the CWT exam. [0:21:02.0]
When is the best time to take or re-take a CWT exam? [0:25:10.0]
Find out what happens after you pass your CWT exam and hear Angela almost say \\u201ctest\\u201d instead of \\u201cexamination.\\u201d [0:26:50.0]
How long does a CWT certification last for? [0:33:47.0]
The CWT Continuing Education Unit (CEU). [0:37:04.0]
Remember: Your CWT does not automatically re-certify! [0:43:35.0]
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Quotes:
\\xa0\\u201cAt the moment we are 10% CWT certified. I would like to see us at least be 25%.\\u201d \\u2014 Angela Pike
\\xa0\\u201cA CWT proves that you are knowledgeable and ethical\\u2026 It\\u2019s a stamp of approval.\\u201d \\u2014 Angela Pike
\\xa0\\u201cWe\\u2019re proud of the people that take this step and finish the process.\\u201d \\u2014 Angela Pike
\\xa0\\u201cThe pass rate is typically one third of the class... Nobody said it was a simple exam but it\\u2019s well worth it.\\u201d \\u2014 Angela Pike
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Links Mentioned in Today\\u2019s Episode:
Association of Water Technologies
Certified Water Technologist Certification
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