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Geoscientist In Training

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Example of a GIT Certification

Geoscientist in Training, or GIT is a professional designation from the National Association of State Boards of Geology (ASBOG) and other organizations, used in U.S. States which regulate the practice of Geology and related earth science fields.[1]

Requirements for GIT certification are generally as follows:[2]

  • Completion of an accredited four year degree program with a minimum of 30 hours of geoscience coursework.
  • Passing scores on the ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology exam, CSSE Fundamentals of Soil Science exam, or State Geophysics exam.
  • References attesting to the applicant's ethical character.

Actual requirements may vary state to state, and upon completion a Geoscientist in Training (GIT) may be required to complete annual continuing education hours, as well as follow rules associated with their particular state board.[3] Receiving a GIT designation is one step along the path towards a Professional Geologist (PG) licensure.[4]

The Geoscientist in Training (GIT) certification and advancement to Professional Geologist (PG) is similar in structure to the Engineer in Training process.

References

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  1. ^ "Licensure Information". ASBOG. ASBOG. Archived from the original on 2016-04-23. Retrieved 2016-05-16.
  2. ^ "Geoscientist-in-Training Certification Requirements and Application Procedure". Texas Administrative Code. State of Texas. Retrieved 2016-05-16.
  3. ^ "Use of the Title "Geoscientist-in-Training"". Texas Administrative Code. State of Texas.
  4. ^ "Geoscientist-in-Training (GIT)". Texas Administrative Code. State of Texas. Retrieved 2016-05-16.