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Becoming a Technical Service Provider (TSP)To become certified or renew certification, go to the Minnesota NRCS TSP web page What is a TSP?A TSP is a certified professional from the private sector, a non-profit organization, or a public agency who provides private landowners with the technical services necessary to plan and implement conservation activities funded by federal Farm Bill conservation programs, Minnesota's Clean Water Legacy Act, and other sources. Opportunities for TSPsThe USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and local conservation districts have traditionally provided conservation technical services and will continue to do so. Due to a significantly higher conservation workload since 2002, however, the NRCS now reimburses producers for certain technical services provided by certified TSPs and may contract directly with certified TSPs for other technical services. More business opportunities for certified TSPs are also anticipated as local governments begin using Minnesota Clean Water Legacy funds to implement water quality practices of private lands. Becoming certified gives private consultants an additional service to offer their clients. How to Become CertifiedThe NRCS certifies TSPs for many different technical service categories. Read through the criteria for each category to determine if you can meet the criteria and want to become certified. Depending on the category, requirements include being licensed in your field, coursework, experience or demonstrated skills, and/or references. For a step-by-step description of the certification process, go to the Minnesota NRCS TSP web page and click on “Minnesota NRCS Overview”. The courses offered by the TSP Training Initiative are designed to help you meet certification requirements, but are not the only requirements for certification. |
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The Extension Water Quality Program in Minnesota is a part of the Great Lakes Regional Water Program and the CSREES National Water Program of the United States Department of Agriculture. Extension Water Quality programming in Minnesota is coordinated by the University of Minnesota Water Resources Center and delivered by the University of Minnesota Extension. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer. |