DEQ Exam Cost Increases to become Effective July 1, 2025

The costs to take DEQ’s stormwater management (SWM) and erosion and sediment control (ESC) certification exams will increase about 20% after July 1st. 

Candidates sitting for exams starting on July 1, 2025, will pay the new cost.

• Program Administrator = $105
• Inspector = $105
• Plan Reviewer = $125
• Combined Administrator = $140

For more information on the certification exams, which are administered by Pearson Vue, please visit  SWM/ESC Exam Information.