What is Diplomate, Water Resources Engineer (D.WRE)?
Diplomate, Water Resources Engineer (D.WRE) credential is a voluntary, post-license credential that provides recognition of advanced expertise in a specialty discipline of water resources engineering, advanced professional experience, strong ethics and a commitment to life-long learning and continuing professional development. To view current Diplomate roster.
What are the benefits of D.WRE?- D.WRE is a certification of recognition beyond licensure recognized by clients, employers, peers and the public.
- D.WRE provides a tangible advantage for water resources engineers looking to standout.
- D.WRE demonstrates mastery of a specialty(s) within the broad field of water resources engineering and commitment to stay up to date on new technological innovations.
- D.WRE demonstrates a strong commitment to professionalism through ethics and continuing professional development requirements.
- D.WRE adheres to and supports AAWRE's mission to "Raise the Bar" in civil engineering.
- Licensure as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in U.S. or foreign equivalent if outside U.S. territories.
- A minimum of at least 10 years of professional work experience in an aspect(s) of water resources engineering.
- A bachelors degree plus either a masters or doctoral degree or at least 30 hours in advanced/masters level curriculum.
- Strong professional ethics.
No, AAWRE is not a membership organization. Associations have membership dues that pay for subscription to its' journals, publications, offer discounts to attend conferences, etc. However, the annual fees ($100) that Diplomates are required to pay every year to AAWRE, the fees pay for the D.WRE credential and the right for the Diplomate to use the D.WRE designation after their name.
How long does it take to fill out the online application?The online application process normally takes about 45 minutes to complete. It is helpful for a speedy process if you have an electronic copy of your resume and/or CV readily available to provide information from. A resume or CV will also need to be uploaded into the online application.
Could I save portions of the online application and go back later to complete?Yes, you will be able to save portions/sections to your online application and then go back later to complete. You will need to remember your Username and Password in order to log in each time you sign out.
How long is the application process once I have submitted the online application?If you have completed all necessary sections of the online application and submitted your payment for the program, the application process depends on when you submitted your online application. There are two review cycles per year: once in the spring and once in the fall. Typically, applicants are notified of the application status after full review either in mid April or mid October.
What should I do if I obtained my educational degree(s) from a foreign country?Please contact your educational institution(s) overseas and request for your transcript(s) to be translated into English (if different from English language) regarding the degree curriculum courses and hours, and have sent directly to AAWRE.
Where are the interviews held each application review cycle?The Academy attempts to provide interviews in reasonably convenient locations, usually at a largely attended water conference (and within the state or region of a state where the applicant resides). However, this may not always be possible. By completing the application, the applicant agrees to travel (at his/her cost) to the closest available interview site provided by the Academy. However, we will work and coordinate with the candidate(s) for the best possible location(s) for the interview. The Academy provides multiple interview locations biannually.
If you have a question that is not listed or answered on this page, please email your question to AAWRE at certification@aawre.org
American Academy of Water Resources Engineers
1801 Alexander Bell Drive, Reston, VA 20191 USA
Phone:703-295-6414 Fax:703-295-6415
E-mail:certification@aawre.org