Continuing Education Certificates - Atlanta Geological Society

Atlanta Geological Society (AGS) provides self-download of Continuing Education Certificates for Professional Development Hours (PDH) to its to AGS members who participate in monthly lectures, field trips, or PG study group classes based on an Honor Code. Members must complete and sign an affidavit of authenticity regarding claims for PDH. The AGS Secretary shall maintain a record of attendance for each AGS activity which may be requested by boards of licensure and certification for verification of attendance (effective January 1, 2022).

In accordance with the Registration of Geologists Act of 1976, Section 43-19-12: Qualifications of applicants, “To be eligible for a certificate of registration, an applicant shall meet each of the following minimum qualifications: 1) Be of good ethical character…”

Because registered geologists in Georgia are required to be of good ethical character, forms are available for professionals to download to help comply with requirements for continuing education as required by states or other professional organizations. By downloading a certificate, you certify that you attended the entire duration of the specified meeting, course, or field trip. The number of hours credited are based on guidelines established by the Alabama board of Licensure for Professional Geologists (2005).

PDH Certificates: To have a personal record of your attendance at a AGS activity please download and complete certificate: PDH_Certificate2025 Attendees should keep a copy of their certificate to document attendance. Secretary shall maintain a database of attendees in the event of an audit by a professional society or licensing board. You must sign in at the event you attended to ensure the Secretary has a record of your attendance.