The Environmental Educator Certification (EEC) program allows new educators and career professionals the opportunity to invigorate and align their program objectives and set personal and professional goals to improve Michigan’s environmental education. The EEC is internationally recognized by and aligns with the requirements of the North American Association of Environmental Education (NAAEE).

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The original EEC program is now referred to as the EEC-Professional (or EEC-P), whereas the new certification track is called the EEC-Associate (EEC-A). Earning the EEC-P demonstrates that you are a highly competent environmental educator who has the capacity for creating, implementing, and evaluating EE initiatives to evoke positive social-ecological change. The EEC-P is recognized by NAAEE and the only certification in the state eligible for their accreditation.

Earning the EEC-A demonstrates an understanding of EE and a commitment toward restoring and protecting your local environment. This program option is for those people who are passionate and knowledgeable about EE but have not completed or pursued the EEC-Professional program.