Credentialing

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All IRWA members are encouraged to partake in Continuing Education courses and opportunities to maintain their professional stature.

IRWA offers two career paths for Right of Way Professionals: A Generalist Path and a Specialist Path. Certifications can be achieved as either a Generalist or as a Specialist. IRWA’s premier designation, the SR/WA Senior Right of Way Professional, is the highest achievement for the right of way professional.

• Right of Way Professional (New Path)
• Right of Way Professional Career Path (Generalist)
• Right of Way Professional Career Path (Specialist)

• Demonstrates professional stature
• Expands employment opportunities
• Increases potential for financial reward
• Heightens chances for rapid career advancement

• Helps identify employees with proven initiative, dedication, and knowledge
• Increases morale by giving employees a sense of direction and continued growth
• Creates a training ladder
• Prepares employees for promotion through multi-disciplined training and examination
• Enhances the status of right-of-way professionals
• Assures continuous update of professional skills through recertification

• Individuals who earn R/W or SR/WA designations are authorized to display these designations on individual letterhead, business cards, and other professional forms for increased prestige.