CMPS Certification Grant

The Central Mountains and Plains Section (CMPS) of The Wildlife Society (TWS) supports individuals to become certified to better uphold the standards of the wildlife profession. Certification indicates that a member meets the minimum educational, experience, and ethical standards adopted by the Society for professional wildlife biologists.

However, CMPS understands that one barrier to certification may be cost. 

That is why CMPS is excited to offer a Certification Program Grant to help defer the cost of certification.

Certification Program Grants of up to $155 for individuals are available. Individuals that have recently applied and received any of the certification levels offered (Associate Wildlife Biologist®, Certified Wildlife Biologist®, Upgrade from AWB® to CWB®, or Associate Wildlife Biologist® Extension) are eligible but preference will be given to students and early career professionals that have previously applied and have been awarded Associate Wildlife Biologist®. Receipt and proof of certification acceptance are required for reimbursement.

Grant eligibility criteria require meeting Student / CMPS / TWS membership requirements. 

The 2025 CMPS Certification Program Grant application can be found HERE. Submit completed applications and/or questions to the CMPS Student and Early Career Professional Committee Chair, Rachel Shively.  Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with applications considered as they are received.