The Board Certified Entomologist Program
BCE Certification can lead to better visibility, opportunities, and jobs.
In today's increasingly complex and highly-specialized economy, credentials are everything. Sure, you know you've got the skills to do the job, but how do you convince potential customers and employers? For many career-minded pest management professionals, certification is often the answer. You may know BCEs who live or work near you. Click here to see a roster of our current BCEs.
Board certification in entomology is a way for professionals to stand out from the crowd, to prove their capabilities to customers and employers, and differentiate themselves from others in the field. The steps to become a BCE are:
Step 1: Determine eligibility
Step 2: Application
Step 3: Study for your examinations
Step 4: Select a proctor
Step 5: Take your exam(s)
Step 6: Maintain your certification
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Frequently asked questions about BCE certification
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