MEEA offers certification for environmental educators

MEEA Certification

MEEA Certification Information Packet (62.8k pdf)
MEEA Certification Enrollment Forms (69.5k pdf)
MEEA Certification Frequently Asked Questions (23k pdf)
MEEA Category I Instructional Workshop Review Form for Facilitators (31.1k pdf)

Email certification@meea.org to contact the Certification Program Coordinator.

New for certification enrollees: Search the MEEA Online EE Database for programs based on certification categories!

What is the MEEA Certification Program?

The MEEA Certification Program recognizes formal and non-formal educators who have attained a certain level of proficiency in the field of environmental education. Certification is a voluntary program that provides recognition of an individual's knowledge and skills in environmental education. It constitutes acknowledgment by MEEA that a certified environmental educator has met standards of preparation, professional experience and continuing education.

What are the MEEA Certification Program’s Goals?

MEEA's mission is to advance environmental education in Missouri by providing professional development opportunities for educators. In accordance with that mission, the goals of the certification program are:

to provide an educational program that improves technical competency of environmental educators;
to create incentives for individuals to continue their professional development and excel in the field of environmental education;
to provide a standard that identifies professionals who have demonstrated a thorough knowledge of environmental education principles, practices and skills;
to implement a high level of skill, competency and education that enhances opportunities for growth, encourages new environmental educators and serves as support for professionals in the field.

What are the benefits of completing MEEA Certification?

Those who are certified will:

Maintain cutting edge skills and knowledge in the field of environmental education.
Meet and network with peers in the field of environmental education in Missouri.
Be competitive and may improve your chances of being hired, getting a promotion, making job changes and working as a consultant.

Additionally, you will receive:

A certificate and MEEA "Environmental Educator" name badge,
Recognition at a statewide presentation ceremony,
Recognition in the MEEA News email bulletin and the MEEA Newsletter,
One year of membership in MEEA,
Professional opportunities to assist with special environmental education and curriculum development projects, and
Priority on MEEA scholarships when available.

How do I become certified?

Submit an Enrollment Application along with a $40 application fee.
Complete requirements in five categories. Three categories involve acquiring knowledge and skills. Two categories involve sharing knowledge and skills.
Document completion of the requirements on the forms provided and submitted quarterly for review.
Complete the certification process within four years from the date you submit your application.

How do I enroll?

Individuals wishing to become certified may submit an enrollment application along with the $40 application fee. The application fee, made payable to MEEA, includes one year of membership in MEEA.

To enroll, contact Jan Weaver, MEEA Certification Program Administrator, 208 Tucker Hall, University of Missouri, Columbia MO 65211; <weaverjc AT missouri.edu> (replace the AT with @ and delete spaces to use this email); 573-882-3037; or download the Information Packet and Enrollment Form today!

What do participants say about the MEEA Certification Program?
In its 2nd year, MEEA’s Environmental Education Certification program has grown to over 90 participants, including 3 graduates. MEEA wants you to be a part of this success! This volunteer program recognizes formal and non-formal educators who have attained a certain level of proficiency in the field of environmental education. To find out about the benefits of the program directly from participants, read on!

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What's New:

Call for Proposals for 2008 Missouri Environmental Education Conference

The 2008 Missouri Environmental Education Conference will be in St. Louis, December 5 & 6. Deadline for proposal submission is May 15, 2008. The conference website and a link to the proposal submission form is here.

The Theme is Educating for Sustainability