Earn IHMM Credentials that Open Doors to Professional Success
The Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM) provides student and professional credentials that recognize excellence in environmental protection, health and safety management, and hazardous materials handling.
For students beginning their career journey, IHMM's student track sets you apart by validating your knowledge, building your professional credibility early, and connecting you to a global community of EHS leaders before you even graduate.
Student Credential Pathways
Student Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (Student CHMM™)
For undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a career in hazardous materials and environmental management
The Student CHMM credential recognizes students in approved Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, or related programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels who wish to demonstrate their developing knowledge and skills in hazardous materials management. After you graduate with your Student CHMM designation, you can advance to the Associate Hazardous Materials Manager (AHMM™) credential. This AHMM recognizes early-career professionals who have demonstrated foundational expertise in hazardous materials management and environmental compliance — setting them on the path to obtaining the full Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM®) credential. With the CHMM, you are considered an “Environmental Professional" under EPA regulation 40 CFR §312.10 and are recognized for your expertise and the significant impact you make on your community and your country.
Student CHMMs are also eligible for the IHMM Dr. John H. Frick Memorial Scholarship—a $32,000 scholarship fund that is divided among eligible recipients to help offset educational costs for students earning IHMM credentials.
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Student Associate Safety and Health Manager (Student ASHM™)
For undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a career in workplace safety and health management
The Student ASHM credential recognizes students in approved Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health (ESOH) programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.Additionally, students can apply for IHMM's Associate Safety and Health Manager (ASHM™) credential six months after graduation, and the application fee will be waived. There's no exam required to earn the ASHM. The ASHM credential is an important steppingstone to IHMM's accredited CSHM™ certification. Students earning a bachelor's degree from an approved institution only need to demonstrate two years of experience, instead of four, to sit for the CSHM® exam.
Student ASHMs are also eligible for the IHMM Dr. John H. Frick Memorial Scholarship—a $32,000 scholarship fund that is divided among eligible recipients to help offset educational costs for students earning IHMM credentials.
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Professional Advancement Pathways
Invest in Your Future
Behind every credentialed EHS professional is a story of determination, opportunity, and growth. IHMM and the IHMM Foundation are committed to ensuring that cost is never a barrier for students pursuing these impactful careers.
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