CEPSCI SCDOT Certification 2026 - Contractor

The Certified Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI) Program’s SCDOT Certification will qualify participants to conduct compliance inspections, under the current NPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from South Carolina Highway and Roadway Construction Activities (SCR160000), upon completion of the CEPSCI course and the passing of the certification exam.

Please contact cepsci@clemson.edu for Course Only option.
Certification Process
1. Series of classroom or online trainings
2. Qualifying exam (typically the morning or afternoon following the class)
3. Grading and SCDES notification
4. Issuance of certification (generally takes 1-2 weeks)

The one-day initial certification class will:

· Address techniques for construction site erosion prevention and sediment control
· Cover regulatory requirements related to NPDES Construction General Permit compliance in South Carolina
· Introduce environmentally effective techniques for different terrain and topography
· Demonstrate how to review grading and drainage plans and BMP details
· Provide an overview of techniques and practices for conducting a thorough field inspection
· Help prepare attendees for the exam, which is part of the process for becoming a SC Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector

Individuals will be automatically registered for the corresponding examination date at no additional cost.

Qualifying exams will be offered the morning following the class. Alternate test dates are available. Dates and Location

May 20-21, 2026
October 6-7, 2026

River Center at Saluda Shoals Park 5605 Bush River Road
Columbia, SC 29212

All classes will begin at 8:30am and conclude by 5:00pm

Please visit the CEPSCI SCDOT Certification webpage for more information. If you have any questions, please contact us