Certified Recycling Professional (CRP/SCRP) / Certified Compost Professional (CCP)
Re-certification Opportunities
To remain certified, Certified Recycling Professionals (CRP)'s and Certified Compost Professionals (CCP)'s are responsible for completing thirty hours (3.0 CEU's) of PROP-approved courses or activities every three years following their initial date of certification. Select from the following events to add hours toward your recertification. If you are a current Senior Certified Recycling Professional (SCRP) you will need to complete fifteen hours (1.50 CEU's) of PROP-approved Classes/sessions/webinars to remain certified every three years.
Please contact the PROP office if you need a copy of your current PROP transcript.
Questions? Please call the PROP office (717-441-6049) or email Marcy Robey and we will be happy to assist in your personal journey to achieving the Certified Recycling Professional status. We look forward to working with you!
If you know of an upcoming event and wish to submit information to the Certification Committee to see if the event may be used towards Re-certification credits, please contact [email protected] at least 14 days prior to the event.
Other PROP Opportunities
Please check back often as we continuously update this section
Non-PROP Events
If you are in need of re-certification credits the following Non-PROP events have been approved as an event that PROP members may take to receive recertification credits.
- If you are requesting Non-PROP CEUs for a webinar/event that is not listed below; please contact Marcy Robey for more information so she may submit the request to the Certification Committee to be approved or denied.
If the webinar/event you are requesting CEUs/Credit Hours is listed below, you must use the following
Re-Certification Credits Registration/Payment form to submit and pay for your re-certification credits or be invoiced
for the CEUs/Credit Hours.
- You will be given the option to pay by credit card or be invoiced for the requested amount.
- Once payment is received the CEUs/Credit Hours will be added to your transcript. If paying by check, please send a copy of your invoice along with the payment. Make checks payable to - PROP, 908 N 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102
- You will need to choose where these credits will be applied, if the class/webinar/session is Organics related, you can choose to have the credits applied towards your Certified Compost Professional (CCP) Re-Certification. If you are not CCP Certified, you can choose to have the credits applied to your Certificated Recycling Professional (CRP) Re-Certification.
Sessions / Webinars / Conferences will be listed below along with the amount of re-certification credit they are worth.
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WASTE101
WASTE101 provides a foundational knowledge of various waste-related regulatory programs, with an emphasis on the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The program covers the history of waste-related regulations and an overview of regulatory programs that impact industrial operations including pulp and paper, food and beverage, consumer products, cement, chemicals and pharmaceuticals, waste management, power, oil and gas, data centers, automotive, and more. The topics covered by WASTE101 will be those encountered by environmental personnel in their real-world projects.
WASTE101 is delivered via six 1-hour webinar sessions, so no out of facility or office time is required for WASTE101 participation. The training program is geared towards professionals with limited or no experience in the field of industrial waste with the goal of helping individuals understand the obligations that may impact regulated facilities on a day-to-day basis. It may also be helpful for professionals with experience in a specific sub-discipline of industrial waste who are looking to expand their knowledge.
Numerous professional designations require continuing education/professional development. Upon completing WASTE101, a certificate will be provided identifying ALL4’s WASTE101 as 6 hours of continuing education/professional development.
*All sessions are from 2-3 PM ET (1-2 PM CT) on Thursdays.
September 11, 2025 - Session 1 – History and Introduction to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
September 25, 2025 - Session 2 – Hazardous Waste Definitions and Determinations
October 9, 2025 - Session 3 – Hazardous Waste Generator Requirements
October 23, 2025 - Session 4 – Universal Waste, Used Oil, and State Specific Waste
November 6, 2025 - Session 5 – RCRA Air Emissions Standards
November 20, 2025 - Session 6 – Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities (TSDFs), Transfer Facilities, and Landfills
WASTE101 is $700/user - Discounts are available for groups of 4 or more.
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You can acquire 0.60 CEU's or 6.0 hours of re-certification credits towards your CRP/SCRP by taking these webinars. Once you complete all the webinars, Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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 Hazardous Materials in the Waste Stream: Impacts and Mitigation Strategies
November 17th, 2025 | 1:30 - 3:00 PM ET
This webinar will explore the rising risks posed by hazardous materials, including lithium-ion batteries and pressurized tanks, across waste and recycling. From fires and explosions to worker safety and downtime, these hazards are impacting operations across MRFs, C&D facilities, e-scrap processors, scrap yards, and more.
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You can acquire 0.15 CEU's or 1.5 hour of re-certification credits towards your CRP/SCRP by taking this webinar. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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 Evolving Dirty MRFs: Improving Separation of Compostable
and Non-Organic Materials
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. ET
Municipal solid waste (MSW) systems across the U.S. face mounting pressure to recover more material, reduce contamination, and find scalable solutions for organics diversion. This webinar will focus on the role of Dirty MRFs (single-stream MSW facilities) and how they can evolve to better separate compostable and non-organic fractions. We’ll highlight BIOMAK’s approach to transforming the organic fraction into a valuable product, while improving efficiency in non-organic recovery. A key focus will be on how communities can utilize much of their existing infrastructure to achieve these outcomes, making the transition more cost-effective and realistic. Attendees will gain insight into both the challenges and opportunities that exist in reshaping MSW infrastructure and the pathway toward higher diversion rates.
Free for SWANA Members | $99 for Non-members
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You can acquire 0.10 CEU's or 1.0 hours of re-certification credits towards your CCP/CRP/SCRP by taking this webinar. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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Stakeholder Engagement with Local Farms and Agriculture Partners
Thursday November 20th, 2025 | 1:30 - 3:00 PM ET
This webinar will explore the critical role of local farms in sustainable food systems and how policy decisions impact community connections. Using some case studies, we’ll examine how funding cuts disrupted local food purchasing in schools and what that means for food access and waste. Learn how engaging agricultural partners and aligning with food policy can strengthen the local food cycle.
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You can acquire 0.15 CEU's or 1.5 hour of re-certification credits towards your CCP by taking this webinar. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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 Redefining Responsibility Over Packaging: An Overview of U.S. Extended Producer Responsibility Laws
Thursday Nov 20th, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
This webinar will provide an overview of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws, which require manufacturers and distributors to manage the full lifecycle of their product packaging and related waste. Many food, feed, in agricultural input manufacturers and distributors have been caught off-guard because obligations under EPR laws are triggered by the sale of products in a jurisdiction, regardless of the state-of-origin. This webinar will cover the origins and key terms of EPR, highlight the states that have enacted EPR laws, and outline compliance deadlines and requirements for food and packaging producers. The presenters will discuss forthcoming state deadlines, pending legislation in other states, and the lack of a comprehensive federal EPR law, emphasizing how rapidly evolving regulations require companies to stay informed and proactive in meeting new sustainability and reporting obligations.
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Foundations of Sustainable Materials and Recycling
December 1st, 3rd, and 5th (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) 1:00 - 3:30 PM Eastern
Cost: (Non-Profit, Government, Academia) Member $235.00 / Non-member $295.00
A comprehensive introduction to sustainable materials management and recycling practices, ideal for those new to the field. The course explores the history and evolution of recycling, dynamics of materials markets, and key industry terminology. Covering everything from the circular economy to the fundamentals of commodity markets, this course offers the essential building blocks for a deeper understanding of sustainable materials. Expert instructors will guide participants through individual and group exercises, case studies, and real-world examples, so you will leave equipped with the tools to achieve waste reduction goals. Classes are 2.5 hours each.
Schedule/ Syllabus
Class 1 - December 1st
- Module 1: History of Recycling and Sustainable Materials
- Module 2: Recycling and Trash Relationship
Class 2 - December 3rd
- Module 3: Supply Chain Overview
- Module 4: Commodity Market Dynamics
Class 3 - December 5th
- Module 5: Connecting SMM to Mega Trends
- Module 6: Best Practices for Recycling and Sustainable Materials Programs
- Module 7: Performance Metrics and Goals
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You can acquire 0.75 CEU's or 7.5 hour of re-certification credits towards your CRP/SCRP by taking this webinar. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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Material Reuse Forum 11: Government Policies to Elevate Reuse
Tuesday December 2nd 2025 - 1:30 - 3:00 PM
This webinar will highlight how U.S. state-level policies and Canada are advancing reuse. From solid waste programs to funding initiatives and action plans, taking concrete steps to embed reuse into their sustainability strategies. Hear examples from Minnesota’s Pollution Control Agency, Massachusetts’ Reduce and Reuse Action Plan, and Canadian efforts that are driving innovation and investment in reuse.
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You can acquire 0.15 CEU's or 1.5 hour of re-certification credits towards your CRP/SCRP by taking this webinar. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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Collection Safety Webinar 
Thursday December 4th 2025 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm EST
All solid waste employers – big nationals, major regional companies, haulers, and municipal sanitation departments – face similar safety challenges. Workers at smaller waste collection companies and municipal sanitation departments are more likely to die on the route or in an accident at a disposal facility.
Focusing on Collection Safety, this Webinar will go beyond best practices and provide actionable tools and information to reduce improper behavior that contributes to fatalities injuries, and collisions.
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You can acquire 0.10 CEU's or 1.0 hour of re-certification credits towards your CRP/SCRP by taking this webinar. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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Sustainable Materials and Recycling Policy
December 8th, 10th, and 12th (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) 1:00 - 3:30 PM Eastern
Cost: (Non-Profit, Government, Academia) Member $235.00 / Non-member $295.00
This course offers a deeper dive into the policies and frameworks that govern recycling and sustainable materials management in the U.S. Participants will examine key policy drivers and how these regulations shape recycling initiatives, compliance requirements, and sustainable practices. Through live sessions and case studies, participants will explore best practices for implementing new legislation and how to navigate the evolving landscape of sustainability regulations. This course offers valuable insights for policy advocates, environmental professionals, and business leaders. Classes are 2.5 hours each.
Schedule/ Syllabus
Class 1
- Module 1: History of Recycling Policy
- Module 2: Main Trends of Past Policies
Class 2
- Module 3: History of DRS in the U.S.
- Module 4: EPR Past & Present ((Packaging & Paper Products (PPP) and Other Materials))
Class 3
- Module 5: Additional Packaging Policies
- Module 6: Education and Outreach Best Practices with Policy Changes
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You can acquire 0.75 CEU's or 7.5 hour of re-certification credits towards your CRP/SCRP by taking this webinar. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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 Keep Compost Local: A Roadmap for Public-Private Partnerships
Tuesday December 9 2025 - 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm ET
Are you with a local government or agency interested in reducing and recycling wasted food and curious to learn how you can help spur local composting? Are you a community-oriented composter or micro hauler searching for public-private partnerships? Or perhaps you’re an advocate interested in how a local circular economy can actually be implemented.
This webinar will share lessons learned and tips for replication from three local government and community composter partnerships in Providence, Rhode Island; New York City; and Philadelphia. These partnerships serve as successful models for local governments and communities across the country, highlighting how composting goals can be achieved while also generating numerous other environmental, social, and economic local benefits. Speakers from Groundwork RI, Compost Power, and Bennett Compost will present, along with local government representatives. These partnerships are part of the 17 local government programs featured in ILSR’s upcoming 2026 report, Keep Compost Local.
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You can acquire 0.15 CEU's or 1.5 hours of re-certification credits towards your CCP/CRP/SCRP by taking this webinar. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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Certified Compostable Products: Perspectives
Thursday December 11th 2025 - 1:30 - 3:00 pm
This webinar will examine the role of certified compostable products in the waste stream and their impact on composting infrastructure and MRFs. We’ll explore regional differences in management approaches, recent legislation like Colorado’s labeling requirements, and challenges such as public confusion, lack of home compostable options, and the need for a clear visual identity. Panelists will also discuss solutions to overcome barriers to effective use and recovery.
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You can acquire 0.15 CEU's or 1.5 hours of re-certification credits towards your CCP/CRP/SCRP by taking this webinar. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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Leadership Development Workshop
"Challenge Your Assumptions"
January 13th, 2026
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority / 253 Transfer Road / Bellefonte, PA 16823
What Assumptions Are Holding You Back?
As the world feels increasingly more divided, the ability to communicate and work effectively with different personalities and viewpoints is critical to long-term success. Using research-backed methods and award-winning humor, Dallin helps organizations challenge their assumptions, learn to respect and understand others, and find harmony in their life and relationships.
Facility Tour and Lunch follow
Cost: $150/pp by December 1, 2025
After 12/1/2025 $175/pp
Seating is limited, sign up early! Click here to access the registration form
You can acquire 0.40 CEU's or 4.0 hours of re-certification credits towards your CRP/SCRP by attending this workshop. Please fill in the form and submit it with payment for the recertification credits.
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