Is TWS changing the originally agreed upon rules to require membership as a condition for certification?
Yes. Non-members paid a slightly higher fee to become TWS-certified and, furthermore, CWBs and AWBs were told that membership in TWS would not be required to maintain certification. TWS Council therefore understands why some individuals are disappointed with the recent bylaws modification. However, in the 32 years since the program began, times and circumstances have changed. It is clear now that the TWS certification program needs to be updated, and this change is believed to be a necessary step to improve communication with all AWBs and CWBs.
