American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists
130 Holiday Court, Suite 100
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone Number: (410) 266-3311
Fax Number: (410) 266-7653
Web Address: aaees.org
Independent , Accredited Third-Party Certification of Environmental Engineers and Scientists
AAEES helps environmental engineers and scientists verify and maintain their expertise and qualifications through independent testing and certification in 8 specialty areas of environmental engineering and 8 specialty areas of environmental science
AAEES also offers an organization-wide professional development program for firms, government agencies, utilities, and NGOs seeking to maintain qualified environmental engineers and scientists on staff.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
The American Academy of Environmental Engineers® was founded in 1955 for the principal purpose of serving the public by improving the practice, elevating the standards, and advancing public recognition of environmental engineering through a program of specialty certification of qualified engineers.
What is your primary product or service?
For more than 50 years, the Academy has been recognizing qualified Environmental Engineers as Board Certified Environmental Engineer (BCEE) and Board Certified Environmental Engineering Member (BCEEM). The Academy has the only specialty certification program in the Environmental Engineering profession. By joining this select group of professionals, you are not only enhancing your own career, you are also identifying yourself with the Best of the Best.
AAEE also works through ABET to accredit environmental engineering programs in 70 colleges and universities nationwide (and internationally), and works with NCEEs on environmental engineer PE exam and issues.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
The genesis of the Academy began in 1952 with a few dedicated professional sanitary engineers working in the public health and defense communities. Their concerns were addressed to the Committee for the Advancement of Sanitary Engineering of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Subsequent events led to the formation of the Joint Committee for the Advancement of Sanitary Engineering which was composed of the ASCE, American Public Health Association, American Society for Engineering Education, American Water Works Association and the Water Pollution Control Federation. With the sponsorship and support of these five organizations, the American Engineering Intersociety Board was created in 1955.
The American Sanitary Engineering Intersociety Board, the predecessor of the Academy, was officially incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware on October 21, 1955. So as not to compete with other associations or societies, it was provided that certified sanitary engineers would be identified as Diplomates (now known as Board Certified Environmental Engineers) of the American Academy of Sanitary Engineers yet be free to retain their memberships in other societies. The Board was responsible for annually preparing a Roster of current BCEEs and BCEEMs listing the names of each and the specialty(ies), recognized by the Board, in which they were certified. Other organizations joining as sponsors included the American Institute of Chemical Engineers in 1957 and the Air Pollution Control Association in 1962.
In 1966 the Articles of Incorporation were amended to change the name of the Board to the "Environmental Engineering Intersociety Board" (EEIB) and the name of the Roster from the "American Academy of Sanitary Engineers" to the "American Academy of Environmental Engineers" (AAEE). A year later, in 1967, the Board of Trustees changed the American Academy of Environmental Engineers from just a Roster of certified engineers to an organization with its own rights, bylaws and officers. This new organization was charged with working cooperatively with the EEIB in the advancement of all aspects of environmental engineering. The American Public Works Association joined as a sponsor of these organizations in 1969.
The AAEE and the EEIB were merged into one organization in 1973. Since that time all the objectives of both predecessor organizations have been carried out by the American Academy of Environmental Engineers®. In 1976 the National Society of Professional Engineers became a sponsor of the Academy and it was followed by the Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors in 1977, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers in 1981 and the Solid Waste Association of North America in 1988.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
The Academy has the only specialty certification program in the Environmental Engineering profession. The certification is an independent, third-party verification of expertise. A BCEE requires at least 8 years of experience including 4 years of responsible charge and a PE license. A BCEEM, for unlicensed practitioners, requires the same. Applicants must pass a written multiple choice exam and peer review in their chosen specialty area. Those with 16 years experience may request waiver of the written exam.
This year, AAEE has made available a new specialty certification in ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
The Academy is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland.
What type of payments do you accept?
AAEE accepts VISA, MC, AMEX, Discover, checks, and money orders.
What are your hours of operation?
AAEE hours of operation are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Mon-Fri.
During summer, AAEE closes at 12:00 pm on Fridays.
The deadline for applications is March 31st, 2010.
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