Credentialing

The value of IRWA membership is experienced through being current, credentialed, and connected. The IRWA’s members are:

• Current, on the changing trends in right-of-way through our annual Federal Agency Update, International Education Conference, Right of Way magazine, and the Right of Way Professional Career Path.
• Credentialed, as a specialist in one of six right-of-way disciplines including our highest designation, the SR/WA or Senior Right of Way Professional, increasing their value to employers, clients, and the profession.
• Connected, at the local, regional, and international levels with access to a network of industry experts and right-of-way professionals.

Start on the path to a higher level of professionalism. Whether you are new to the right-of-way profession or a seasoned veteran, the IRWA Right of Way Career Path will enhance your skills and acknowledge your commitment to the profession to employers, clients, and yourself.

• Right of Way Agent (RWA)
• Right of Way Professional (RWP)
• Senior Right of Way Professional (SR/WA)

The IRWA Professional Career Path has been developed with a curriculum that ensures a clear understanding of the highest levels of right-of-way principles and ethical standards.

Each tier in the generalist certification path has unique coursework that is not repeated as a person progresses to the next level of certification toward the SR/WA designation.