Public Works Certificates

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Is this program right for you?

If you are a public works employee or municipal engineer who recently transitioned into a supervisory role, or a public works supervisor who wants to increase your knowledge and sharpen your supervisory skills, our Public Works PWSA and PWMI Certificate programs will bring your supervision and management skills to the next level.

Practical courses taught by experienced instructors, providing an opportunity to network and learn from other public works professionals
To earn an APWA Certificate, complete a final capstone course after getting your PWSA and PWMI Certificates
Our Public Works PWSA and PWMI Certificate programs are offered in collaboration with the Wisconsin Chapter American Public Works Association (APWA). The PWMI Certificate is one of 19 APWA approved institutes nationally, and requires the full 90 hours of training.

Education that works for you

Earn a PWSA Certificate upon completion of 9 core courses (54 class hours) and earn a PWMI Certificate by completing an additional 36 class hours offered

Program type

Professional certificate

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Certificate awarded

Public Works Supervisory Academy (PWSA), Public Works Management Institute (PWMI), American Public Works Association (APWA)

Commitment

1.5-2 years

Tuition

$1,705–$2,555, depending on certificates completed

Format

Hybrid

Credits

54 – 94 continuing education units (CEUs)

Offered by

College of Engineering

Interdisciplinary Professional Programs

STEM opt eligible

International eligibility

Yes

Application deadlines

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What you’ll learn

Become a more effective public works leader or supervisor by joining the comprehensive Public Works PWSA/PWMI/PWMI training program. Earn your certificate to develop skills and knowledge in areas including leadership, management assessment, public works operations, customer service, communication and budgeting.

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