Atmospheric Air Protection Certification Program
Master the science and regulation of air quality management with hands-on training from industry experts who've worked on major environmental protection projects across the country.
Get Program DetailsReal-World Environmental Science Training
This isn't your typical classroom course. We built this program after seeing too many environmental graduates struggle to bridge theory and actual fieldwork. You'll work with the same monitoring equipment used by EPA contractors and learn regulations that actually matter in daily practice.
- Air quality monitoring with professional-grade instruments
- EPA compliance frameworks and reporting procedures
- Industrial emission assessment and control strategies
- Data analysis using environmental monitoring software
- Stakeholder communication for policy implementation
Our instructors currently work as environmental consultants and have managed air quality projects for manufacturing facilities, municipal governments, and federal agencies. They bring real case studies and current regulatory challenges into every session.
What You'll Actually Learn
Six months of focused training designed around what environmental professionals actually do on the job. No fluff, no outdated theory — just practical skills you can use immediately.
Monitoring & Measurement
Get comfortable with the equipment you'll encounter in the field, from basic particulate monitors to complex gas analyzers.
- PM2.5 and PM10 sampling techniques
- Continuous emission monitoring systems
- Calibration procedures and quality assurance
- Field safety protocols and equipment maintenance
Regulatory Compliance
Navigate the maze of federal and state regulations with confidence. Learn which rules apply when and how to document everything properly.
- Clean Air Act implementation strategies
- State Implementation Plan requirements
- Permit application processes and reviews
- Violation response and corrective action planning
Data Analysis & Reporting
Turn raw environmental data into actionable insights that actually help decision-makers understand air quality issues.
- Statistical analysis for environmental datasets
- Trend identification and forecasting methods
- Report writing for technical and non-technical audiences
- Visualization techniques for complex environmental data
Project Implementation
Practice managing real environmental projects from initial assessment through final reporting and ongoing monitoring.
- Site assessment and monitoring network design
- Stakeholder engagement and community outreach
- Budget planning and resource allocation
- Long-term monitoring program development
Dr. Henrik Lindberg
Senior Environmental Consultant
Henrik spent twelve years with the EPA's Office of Air Quality Planning before launching his consulting practice. He's managed air quality assessments for over 200 industrial facilities and specializes in helping companies navigate complex permitting processes. His approach focuses on practical compliance strategies that actually work in real-world situations.
Dr. Petra Kowalski
Air Quality Research Specialist
Petra leads atmospheric monitoring programs for three state environmental agencies and has published extensively on urban air quality trends. She brings hands-on experience with the latest monitoring technologies and a talent for explaining complex atmospheric chemistry in ways that make sense to field professionals working on practical solutions.
Marcus Fitzgerald
Environmental Policy Coordinator
Marcus has worked with municipal governments across Montana and Wyoming to develop air quality management programs that balance environmental protection with economic development. He understands the political and practical challenges of implementing air quality policies and helps students navigate these complex dynamics.
Start Your Environmental Career This Fall
Our next cohort begins September 15th, 2025 with classes meeting twice weekly for six months.
Application deadline is July 30th, 2025. Limited to 24 students for personalized attention.