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Introduction to Wetland Determination - 2025


In this course you will gain a basic understanding of how to properly recognize wetlands in Pennsylvania and at the conclusion you will be able to identify and evaluate the three components that make up a wetland; hydrology, hydrophytic vegetation and hydric soil. This course was designed specifically to meet DEP’s regulatory programs related to wetland identification and the 1987 Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual and the associated Regional Supplements. 


DISCLAIMER: This training is meant to be foundational educational information on wetland identification. This is not a substitute for field experience. Completion of these online lessons alone do not provide adequate knowledge and experience to delineate wetlands.



Clean Water Academy estimates 9 to 10 hours to complete this entire course.  A Completion Certificate is available only to users with a login, so please create an account first if you desire a Completion Certificate. 

Introduction to Wetland Determination - 2025

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  • Overview
  • Introduction
  • Hydrology
  • Hydrophytic Vegetation
  • Hydric Soils
  • Summary
  • Hydric Soils

    • SCORM packagePA Hydric Soils Introduction (1.5 hours)
      At the conclusion of this lesson, you will be able to explain the concept and definition of hydric soils. Identify key characteristics of hydric soil indicators that are appliable in Pennsylvania, and explain the connection between soil descriptions and indicator choice and meaning.
    • SCORM packagePA Hydric Soil Indicators Pt1 (1 hour)

      At the conclusion of this lesson, you will be able to identify and describe some common hydric soil indicators seen in Pennsylvania using industry best practices.

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