{"id":557,"date":"2025-06-12T11:55:05","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T16:55:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uwsp.edu\/?post_type=program&#038;p=205842"},"modified":"2026-05-27T14:40:53","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T14:40:53","slug":"wetland-science","status":"publish","type":"uwsp_programs","link":"https:\/\/www.uwsp.edu\/academics\/programs\/wetland-science\/","title":{"rendered":"Wetland Science"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gain Specialized Skills in Wetland Identification, Evaluation, and Management  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested in working with one of the planet\u2019s most vital and sensitive ecosystems? The Wetland Science Certificate at the University of Wisconsin\u2013Stevens Point (UWSP) offers focused training in the physical, biological, and environmental sciences related to wetland ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the Wetland Science Certificate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This certificate recognizes successful completion of a set of courses that equip you with the skills needed to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify wetland types and characteristics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evaluate wetland functions and values<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand wetland regulations and policies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply sustainable wetland management practices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon completion, you will have fulfilled the academic requirements to apply for \u201cWetland Professional In Training\u201d certification through the Society of Wetland Scientists\u2014a valuable step toward professional recognition in the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Should Pursue This Certificate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All UWSP students are eligible to earn the Wetland Science Certificate. It is especially well-suited for students in the College of Natural Resources, particularly those majoring or minoring in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Soil and Waste Resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fisheries and Water Resources &#8211; <em>Water Resources<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental Science and Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wildlife Ecology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This certificate adds specialization and credibility to your degree, increasing your competitiveness for careers in environmental consulting, restoration ecology, and resource management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepare for Careers In: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wetland Delineation and Assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Habitat Restoration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental Consulting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Natural Resources Policy and Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water Quality and Watershed Protection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn More<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To explore course requirements, timelines, and how to get started, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwsp.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UWSP Catalog page<\/a> or speak with an academic advisor in the College of Natural Resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-3cfb458fbc917b5888ed92d60d1e7dc5\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwsp.edu\/college-of-natural-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">College of Natural Resources<br><\/a><\/strong>800 Reserve Street<br>Stevens Point, WI 54481-3897<br>715-346-4617<br><a href=\"mailto:cnr@uwsp.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cnr@uwsp.edu<br><\/a><br><strong>Follow Us<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links aligncenter has-icon-background-color is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li 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