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Energy & Natural Resources Essential Credentials

All Massachusetts Career Technical Education (CTE) programs must (1) prepare all students in the program to take, and (2) provide an opportunity for them to achieve at least one essential credential and all essential safety credentials unless otherwise noted.

Essential Safety Credentials

Student Information Management System (SIMS) Code	Credential Name	Issuing Organization
724	Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA 10 General Industry	Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Essential Credentials by Career Area

Career Area: Environmental Science and Technology

Student Information Management System SIMS Code	Credential Name	Issuing Organization
832	HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) 40-Hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA	Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
849	Municipal Wastewater Operator Grade I (Operator in Training (OIT), or When and If (W&I)	Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
851	Drinking Water Operator Certification Grade I Treatment (Operator in Training OIT)	Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)

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Last Updated: September 17, 2026