Meteorologists

Certification or Licensing

The American Meteorological Society provides the following certification designations: certified broadcast meteorologist, certified consulting meteorologist, and certified digital meteorologist.

To become a certified broadcast meteorologist, applicants must have a degree in meteorology (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university, pass a written examination, have their work reviewed to "assess technical competence, informational value, explanatory value, and communication skills," and pass an examination. The certified consulting meteorologist designation is awarded to meteorologists who meet educational requirements, have at least two years’ full-time or three years' part-time experience in the field, meet character requirements, and pass an examination. The certified digital meteorologist requires a meteorology degree or equivalent and the designation is granted to those who meet the criteria for scientific competence and effective communication skills in weather presentations for all forms of digital media. Contact these American Meteorological Society for information on certification requirements.