SEEP Classes & Certification

SEEP Classes

Thank you for your interest in SEEP classes. Spring classes are now available! Register early as class size is limited. Confirmation of registration/payment, including classroom and field site address and directions will be emailed to you.

Meetings

SEEP Steering Committee meetings are open to the public and are held the second Thursday of the month from 9-11 a.m. To be added to the contact list for these meetings, email SEEP.

Register for SEEP Classes

Pay online with the link below OR fill out the form in the “Download Form” link below and mail in payment. As the class approaches, we will email an agenda, location and all other class information. Class size is limited to maximize learning experience for students. One week cancellation notice is required for refund. Substitutions are always welcome, but no-shows are responsible for full registration fee.

Pay Online Download Form

Basic Class

  • Coeur d’Alene, April 16-17 — Class is Full, email panhandleseep@uidaho.edu to join the waitlist
  • Sandpoint, May 14-15
  • Valley County, May 22-23

Introduction class to sediment and erosion control with a hands-on field component. Topics covered include site planning, Federal and Idaho regulations and Best Management Practices. Day one consists of morning classroom portion and afternoon, hands-on field portion. Day two consists of morning classroom portion and certification exam. Coffee, light snacks and lunch will be provided on day one.

Register early as class size is limited. Confirmation of registration/payment, including classroom and field site address and directions, will be emailed to you. 

SEEP Advanced and Recertification Class

  • Coming soon for Fall 2025

Renew your current SEEP certification through two, half-day, advanced SEEP courses. Topics covered include a review of regulatory requirements, hydroseeding, and how to develop a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan. Recertification is valid for three years, no exam required.

What does it mean to be SEEP certified?

Initially, the certification confirms the participant has completed the full training session and has demonstrated knowledge of the principles of sediment and control by passing an examination. The certification also carries a professional obligation of adherence to a Code of Conduct and a commitment to continued learning in the field of stormwater and erosion control. Participants who successfully meeting the certification criteria will have their names placed on a distribution list to be made available to the public. SEEP certificates must be renewed every three years — learn more about recertification options.

Certificate Holders Field Guide

Obtaining SEEP Certification

  • Register for the SEEP Basic Class, pay class registration fees and attend the full classroom and field session.
  • Successfully complete the examination with a passing score of at least 70%.
  • Subscribe to the Code of Conduct.



Who should take a SEEP class?

  • Contractors
  • Excavators
  • Developers
  • Design professionals
  • Public Works staff
  • Planners
  • Individuals involved in growth and/or water quality issues

Revocation of Certificate: The right to revoke a certification is vested in the SEEP Steering Committee. Revocation of a certificate may occur under the following circumstances:

  1. The SEEP Steering Committee is notified by a regulatory agency of a completed enforcement action against the certificate holder. Upon notification, the SEEP Steering Committee will conduct an evaluation process to determine if the infraction is in violation of the Code of Conduct. The certificate holder under review will have the opportunity to address the committee. Revocation of the certificate will result in removal from the distribution list. Under this infraction, the SEEP Steering Committee may consider reinstatement of the certificate after a period of two years. Full class work testing must be completed prior to consideration of reinstatement.
  2. Failing to meet the renewal requirements will result in a lapse of the certificate and removal from the distribution list. In this case, registering, paying class registration fees, attending a SEEP class and successfully passing the examination will accomplish certificate renewal.

SEEP certificates must be renewed every 3 years

Renew your SEEP certification by doing one of the following:

  • Attend a one-day SEEP Level II Class for Recertification before your certification expires
  • Accumulate 10 continuing education points through home study, public service, etc., and submit certification renewal form to SEEP Steering Committee before your certification expires
  • Attend the two-day SEEP Basic Class and pass certification exam
Recertification Form

What are continuing education points?

Here are examples of how to earn continuing education points. 
Download the SEEP certification renewal form for more information.

Category

Description

Points

Educational Programs

Attend educational programs such as seminars, webinars, regulatory sessions, conferences, etc.

1-3 hours = 1 point
4-6 hours = 2 points
>6 hours = 3 points

7 points maximum

Home Study

Read articles on related topics or watch relevant online videos and provide write-up.

1 point per article

5 points maximum

Public Service

Give presentation to a group on SEEP-related topics.

3 points per presentation

6 points maximum

SEEP-Related Meetings

Attend SEEP Steering Committee meetings or Watershed Advisory Group meetings.

1 point per meeting

7 points maximum

Job Experience

Submit photos or successful BMPs on your job site.

1 point per submission

3 points maximum