Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI) Program
While erosion is a natural process, it can be dramatically accelerated by activities such as farming, timber harvesting and construction. Each year thousands of acres of land in South Carolina are exposed during the course of construction and land development. Everyone who lives in or visits South Carolina wants to enjoy clean and healthy waterways. Without properly installed protective practices during construction, the land is left vulnerable to erosion and sediment runoff.
The purpose of the Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI) Program is to educate field personnel on the proper installation, maintenance and inspection of erosion prevention and sediment control measures at construction sites. Preventing sediment-laden runoff not only protects our rivers, creeks and streams, but is also a trademark of a quality construction project.
Upcoming Events
Initial Certification:
February 25, 2026 (Columbia)
Exam - February 26, 2026 (Columbia)
March 25, 2026 (Online)
Exam - March 26, 2026 (Online)
Recertification (Online):
Section 1: May 1-15, 2026
Section 2: May 16-31, 2026
Section 3: June 1-15, 2026
Section 4: June 16-30, 2026
Retest:
February 6, 2026 (Columbia)
March 6, 2026 (Online)
April, 10, 2026 (Columbia)
April 17, 2026 (Columbia)
SCDOT Certification:
May 20-21, 2026 (Columbia)
SCDOT Recertification:
Resuming Spring 2026
SCDOT Retest:
February 26, 2026 (Columbia)
April 16, 2026 (Columbia)
May 21, 2026 (Columbia)
June 12, 2026 (Columbia)
