| 01/05/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Waterworks Certification Training: Iron & Manganese Removal Exam Review
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. We will cover the principle, structure, and function of iron and manganese removal. We will also cover operation and maintenance as well as monitoring and troubleshooting. We will conclude the training with safety and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 01/06/2026 | Virtual, MI |
Water Quality in the Distribution System
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This class provides a comprehensive overview of factors which influence water quality within dist systems and highlights key practices that operators use to protect public health and maintain WQ. Discuss pathogens and water quality factors that can impact human health. Apply disinfection and flushing principles to solve water quality problems. Analyze corrosion control applications used in distribution systems. Explain WQ sampling reqs. Identify cross connections and sanitary deficiencies.
| Great Lakes Environmental Infrastructure Center, Phone: (906)487-2102, Email: gleic@mtu.edu, Website: https://gleic.org/training [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 4.5 |
| 01/07/2026 | Wisconsin Dells, WI |
2026 WWWA Annual Conference Day 1
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Attendance at Day 1 will offer a maximum of the following credits: PIP - 2; WDP - 2; WDRO - 2. This training provides information about safety and updates pertinent to the groundwater industry.
| Wisconsin Water Well Association, Phone: (414)488-3908, Email: kilpatrick@wisconsinwaterwell.com, Website: http://www.wisconsinwaterwell.com [exit DNR] | Pump Installer hours: 2, Water Well Driller hours: 2, Water Well Rig Operator hours: 2 |
| 01/08/2026 | Wisconsin Dells, WI |
2026 WWWA Annual Conference Day 2
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Attendance at Day 2 of the conference will offer a maximum of the following credits: PIP - 7; WDP - 7; HEDI - 7; WDRO - 7; HEDRO - 7. This training provides information about safety and updates pertinent to the groundwater industry.
| Wisconsin Water Well Association, Phone: (414)488-3908, Email: kilpatrick@wisconsinwaterwell.com, Website: http://www.wisconsinwaterwell.com [exit DNR] | Heat Exchange Driller hours: 7, Heat Exchange Rig Operator hours: 7, Pump Installer hours: 7, Water Well Driller hours: 7, Water Well Rig Operator hours: 7 |
| 01/09/2026 | Wisconsin Dells, WI |
2026 WWWA Continuing Education Road Show - Wisconsin Dells
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Attendance at the Dells Road Show will offer a maximum of the following credits: PIP - 6; WDP - 6; HEDI - 3;
WDRO - 6; HEDRO - 3. This training provides information about safety and updates pertinent to the groundwater industry.
| Wisconsin Water Well Association, Phone: (414)488-3908, Email: kilpatrick@wisconsinwaterwell.com, Website: http://www.wisconsinwaterwell.com [exit DNR] | Heat Exchange Driller hours: 3, Heat Exchange Rig Operator hours: 3, Pump Installer hours: 6, Water Well Driller hours: 6, Water Well Rig Operator hours: 6 |
| 01/09/2026 | Wausau, WI |
Marathon County 2026 Septage Operator Meeting
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3 hours of Marathon County POWTS Maintenance Program updates, summary of current program status, regulatory reminders re reporting requirements to county & authority to perform POWTS repairs/evaluations per certification holdings, and round-table discussion on program updates.
| Marathon County Conservation, Planning, & Zoning Dept., Phone: (715)261-6000, Email: cpz@marathoncounty.gov | General Septage hours: 3 |
| 01/12/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Basic General Wastewater
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The training will cover terminology, influent wastewater, wastewater treatment, biosolids, effluent discharge, safety, and calculations. This class will also prepare attendees to take the Basic General Wastewater exam.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 01/20/2026 | Live, virtual format, MS Teams, WI |
Distribution Certification
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Provides skills and knowledge to effectively operate a potable water distribution system. Students explore regulations, chemistry, system components, cross-connections, mathematics and laboratory work. This course also addresses the WDNR Classification D certification objective for those who desire information necessary to achieve this certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 12 |
| 01/21/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Engineering and Ethics Virtual Seminar
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This seminar provides a great opportunity to discuss topics that are important for today's Local Government Officials, Design Engineers, Operators, Managers and Students
| Wisconsin Section AWWA, Website: https://www.wiawwa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2015385 [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3.5 |
| 01/21/2026 | Fox Lake, WI |
Pump & Valve O&M
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This training provides an overview of pumps, including submersible pump parts, key components, motor basics, stator work, and maintenance of bearings, shafts, rotors, and valves. Attendees will participate in hands-on pump demos, component reviews, and a full tear-down and rebuild. Materials include presentations, videos, and the Flygt Pump Product Education Manual. Casual attire is recommended.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association & Xylem, Inc. , Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6, Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 01/22/2026 | Live, virtual format, MS Teams, WI |
Lime Softening Certification
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Determines operational and maintenance procedures necessary to produce a safe and aesthetically appropriate water supply for human consumption. Designed for students already having experience at a treatment facility who are seeking WDNR certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 01/22/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Green Asset Management for Small Drinking Water Systems
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This workshop introduces operators and decision-makers to green asset management—a proactive approach that incorporates natural assets like forests, wetlands, and recharge areas into drinking water system management. Participants will learn to build asset inventories, assess criticality and service levels, and integrate life cycle costing and funding strategies, with emphasis on Wisconsin-specific regulations and opportunities.
| University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center, Phone: (517)881-5225, Email: cgcrew@syr.edu, Website: https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/03um6YE0RJ-RTttfEQ4epA [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 2 |
| 01/22/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Addressing Natural Hazards in RRAs & ERPs
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This webinar will focus on natural hazards, highlighting useful data sources and free technical assistance from EPA’s Strengthening Water Infrastructure for Tomorrow (SWIFT) initiative to help drinking water, wastewater, or stormwater utilities address natural hazards in their RRAs and ERPs.
| EPA's Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity, Website: https://gdit.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/GusI4iIpTcqnKuD7m9VtIA#/registration [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1 |
| 01/22/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Emerging Groundwater and Well Contaminants: PFAS and Others
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This course was developed to cover the issue of emerging contaminants in drinking water systems. This course is intended for municipal small water system operators, "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of emerging contaminants, system sampling for these compounds, basic laboratory analysis overview, and treatment options should you detect them.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 01/27/2026 | Virtual, WI |
A Day in the Life of a Small Water Operator
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“A Day in The Life”: This course was developed to cover an operator’s daily procedures, inspections, and routine maintenance expected in a water system. This course is intended for Small Water Systems (OTM/NN) Certified Operators: "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of system sampling, basic laboratory analysis, inspections, and distribution maintenance.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 01/27/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Disinfection
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A 2 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 01/27/2026 | Green Bay, WI |
Groundwater Supply and Distribution Certification
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Provides environmental and treatment information necessary to operate a potable groundwater well system. Basic distribution system design and component use also will be detailed. Students make operational assessments of a groundwater treatment plant based on established industry criteria.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 36 |
| 01/28/2026 | Virtual, WI |
2026 OTM/NN Exam Review
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Attendees will become familiar with the “Small Water System Operator Certification Manual.” Attendees will learn information that will assist them to prepare to take the small (OTM & NN) water system operator certification exam to become a Certified Operator. This class will cover all areas of operation and maintenance of a small water system including the hydrologic cycle, water chemistry, water system regulations, water contamination & treatment and water system components.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 4 |
| 01/29/2026 | Virtual, WI |
From Pipeline to Hydrant- Installation Standards, Iron Fittings, & Advanced Repair Techniques
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Training provides operators w/ a comprehensive review of AWWA C600 requirements for pipeline installation and hydrostatic testing, including proper joint assembly, polyethylene encasement, test preparation, test execution, and field troubleshooting. Ductile iron fittings, reviewing applicable AWWA standards, the manufacturing process, and common fitting types. Hydrant repair, maintenance, and pressure monitoring, emphasizing proper operational procedures, troubleshooting, and field applications.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association & McWane Ductile, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 01/29/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Well Water System Sanitary Survey 101
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The Sanitary Survey OTM/NN session will investigate the various components that make-up a well water sanitary survey. The session will also explore common system deficiencies, solutions, and technology to help operators prepare for a survey, understand the survey, and prevent any issues that may be found during a sanitary survey. Case studies and a 'life in the day' will explore some public water systems through the eyes of the operators by goin through their systems with them.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 02/03/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Well Disinfection
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So you have bacteria in your system? How did the bacteria get there? How can we get rid of it? What are the options for disinfection? The basics of well chlorination and a discussion of the factors influencing the success of well disinfection will be examined. Results from resent research and advanced chlorination techniques will be discussed.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 02/03/2026 | Virtual, WI |
2026 Virtual Operator Conference
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This virtual event was created to specifically target operators of small and rural public water systems who may not have the means or ability to travel.
| RCAP, Website: https://event.gotowebinar.com/event/5e5b5c68-b7b0-44d0-804a-4da101ba906c [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 12 |
| 02/03/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Ponds, Lagoons and Natural Systems
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A 2 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 02/04/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Pumps: Centrifugal and Positive Displacement
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This course will cover the varying types of pumps utilized by water work systems. Centrifugal pumps and positive displacement pumps will be discussed. Pump discussion will include types, options, parts, ancillary equipment requirements and uses.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 02/04/2026 | Wisconsin Dells, WI |
Can You Pass the DNR's Test for Septic Operator?
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Training would be questions and answers pertaining to the NR113 Code. This would allow us and the DNR to see what parts of the NR113 that need to have more and better training for operators.
| WLWCA Board Members: Emily Pierson, Rick Walters and Lance Petrasek, Website: http://www.wlwca.com [exit DNR] | Septage Compliance hours: 3 |
| 02/05/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Basic Water Works Mathematics
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This course will introduce the participant to basic math concepts and formulas that are common in the water works industry. The course will discuss water works mathematics used daily in the operation of water works systems. Common formulas, conversion factors, and examples of their use will be thoroughly covered during this course.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 02/05/2026 | Wisconsin Dells, WI |
Joint Winter Conference Day 1
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Day one of the WLWCA/WOWRA Joint Winter Conference. Day one compliance sessions include: DNR Updates; DNR- Records Training; and Small Septic Storage.
| WLWCA, Website: http://www.wlwca.com [exit DNR] | Septage Compliance hours: 3 |
| 02/05/2026 | Wisconsin Dells, WI |
Joint Winter Conference Day 1
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Day one of the WLWCA/WOWRA Joint Winter Conference. Day one general sessions include: Legislative & Regulatory Impacts on Businesses; Truck Emission and Component Maintenance; and exhibit hall hour.
| WLWCA, Website: http://www.wlwca.com [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 3 |
| 02/06/2026 | Wisconsin Dells, WI |
Joint Winter Conference Day 2
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Day two of the WLWCA/WOWRA Joint Winter Conference. Day two general sessions include: How Jetting Can Be Very Useful in the Septic Industry; Why WWTP's Can or Cannot Accept Septic Waste; DOT Compliance and Clearinghouse; and Portable Restrooms.
| WLWCA, Website: http://www.wlwca.com [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 4.3 |
| 02/09/2026 | Mequon, WI |
Activated Sludge Microbiology: Classroom & Hands-On Lab Experience
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Water used for commercial and industrial processes becomes tainted with contaminants, such as: metals, cleaners, solvents, chemicals and oils. This event will focus on pretreatment processes to remove harmful pollutants from wastewater to help meet permit requirements prior to discharge.
| Watertech of America, Inc., Phone: (414)573-0203, Email: lisa@watertechusa.com, Website: https://www.watertechusa.com/watertech-u-feb-2026-concordia [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 3 |
| 02/10/2026 | Online, WI |
Customer Affordability
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ONLINE TRAINING: Tuesday February 10th 9:00-10:00 AM Training will focus on water conservation techniques and connecting customers to financial assistance programs to help reduce financial burden for customers. Cost: Free & Registration: required
| RCAP, GLCAP, Website: https://glcap-ohiorcap.webex.com/weblink/register/r061eb626c23ceb3b7617e2c509fd5173 [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1, Wastewater hours: 1 |
| 02/10/2026 | Virtual, WI |
3 hour CCC Assembly Tester Refresher ONLINE class 101
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Students will learn about cross connection controls and backflow prevention. Students will also learn about pressure differential gauge calibration and maintenance.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 02/10/2026 | Spooner, WI |
2026 OTM/NN Exam Review
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Attendees will become familiar with the “Small Water System Operator Certification Manual.” Attendees will learn information that will assist them to prepare to take the small (OTM & NN) water system operator certification exam to become a Certified Operator. This class will cover all areas of operation and maintenance of a small water system including the hydrologic cycle, water chemistry, water system regulations, water contamination & treatment and water system components.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 4 |
| 02/10/2026 | Madison, WI |
Groundwater Supply and Distribution Certification
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Provides environmental and treatment information necessary to operate a potable groundwater well system. Basic distribution system design and component use also will be detailed. Students make operational assessments of a groundwater treatment plant based on established industry criteria.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 36 |
| 02/10/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Biological Treatment - Suspended Growth
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A 2 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 02/12/2026 | East Peoria, IL |
IAGP Winter Continuing Education Event Day #1
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Continuing education courses for Water Well Drilling in Illinois provided by the Illinois Association of Groundwater Professionals.
| Illinois Association Of Groundwater Professionals, Email: dschulenberg@ngwa.org | Heat Exchange Driller hours: 3, Heat Exchange Rig Operator hours: 3, Pump Installer hours: 5, Water Well Driller hours: 5, Water Well Rig Operator hours: 5 |
| 02/16/2026 | Indianapolis, IN |
2026 WWETT (Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport) Show
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The 2026 WWETT Show will offer more than 100 education sessions, workshops, and a technical tour specifically designed to educate water, wastewater, and environmental service professionals about the industry's latest best practices, trends, and technologies.
| Various speakers will present, representing industry trade associations, municipalities, and private businesses. , Email: info@wwettshow.com, Website: http://www.wwettshow.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, General Septage hours: 24.8, Municipal Waterworks hours: 13.5, Wastewater hours: 22 |
| 02/17/2026 | Indianapolis, IN |
2026 WWETT (Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport) Show
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The 2026 WWETT Show will offer more than 100 education sessions, workshops, and a technical tour specifically designed to educate water, wastewater, and environmental service professionals about the industry's latest best practices, trends, and technologies.
| Various speakers will present, representing industry trade associations, municipalities, and private businesses. , Email: info@wwettshow.com, Website: http://www.wwettshow.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, General Septage hours: 24.8, Municipal Waterworks hours: 13.5, Wastewater hours: 22 |
| 02/17/2026 | Virtual, WI |
3 hour CCC Assembly Tester Refresher ONLINE Class 102
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Training will cover regulations and issues for cross connection control assembly testers. Training will include installation assessments and test data management.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 02/18/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Investigating and Solving Water Quality Issues from Source to Tap
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This course reviews common source water and distribution system problems, including equipment failures, discoloration events, sudden water quality changes, corrosion, loss of disinfectant residual, and rising DBP, lead, or copper levels. Customer concerns such as turbidity and odors are addressed, along with documentation practices that support effective troubleshooting.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association & Water Quality Investigations, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3, OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 02/18/2026 | Indianapolis, IN |
2026 WWETT (Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport) Show
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The 2026 WWETT Show will offer more than 100 education sessions, workshops, and a technical tour specifically designed to educate water, wastewater, and environmental service professionals about the industry's latest best practices, trends, and technologies.
| Various speakers will present, representing industry trade associations, municipalities, and private businesses. , Email: info@wwettshow.com, Website: http://www.wwettshow.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, General Septage hours: 24.8, Municipal Waterworks hours: 13.5, Wastewater hours: 22 |
| 02/19/2026 | Virtual, WI |
A Day in the Life of a Small Water Operator
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“A Day in The Life”: This course was developed to cover an operator’s daily procedures, inspections, and routine maintenance expected in a water system. This course is intended for Small Water Systems (OTM/NN) Certified Operators: "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of system sampling, basic laboratory analysis, inspections, and distribution maintenance.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 02/19/2026 | Indianapolis, IN |
2026 WWETT (Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport) Show
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The 2026 WWETT Show will offer more than 100 education sessions, workshops, and a technical tour specifically designed to educate water, wastewater, and environmental service professionals about the industry's latest best practices, trends, and technologies.
| Various speakers will present, representing industry trade associations, municipalities, and private businesses. , Email: info@wwettshow.com, Website: http://www.wwettshow.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, General Septage hours: 24.8, Municipal Waterworks hours: 13.5, Wastewater hours: 22 |
| 02/23/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Basic General Wastewater
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The training will cover terminology, influent wastewater, wastewater treatment, biosolids, effluent discharge, safety, and calculations. This class will also prepare attendees to take the Basic General Wastewater exam.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 02/24/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Utility Infrastructure Funding Options
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ONLINE TRAINING: Tuesday February 24th 9:00-10:00 AM Training focusing on funding options available to water and wastewater utilities for funding infrastructure projects. Also a discussion on available funding assistance provided through the RCAP Network. Cost: Free & Registration: required
| RCAP, GLCAP, Website: https://glcap-ohiorcap.webex.com/weblink/register/r2ac503cef806509a36d48cf1b7075d09 [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1, Wastewater hours: 1 |
| 02/24/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Well Disinfection
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So you have bacteria in your system? How did the bacteria get there? How can we get rid of it? What are the options for disinfection? The basics of well chlorination and a discussion of the factors influencing the success of well disinfection will be examined. Results from resent research and advanced chlorination techniques will be discussed.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 02/24/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Advanced Wastewater
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A 3 day class going over the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR Advanced certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 18 |
| 02/24/2026 | Chippewa Falls, WI |
Groundwater Supply and Distribution Certification
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Provides environmental and treatment information necessary to operate a potable groundwater well system. Basic distribution system design and component use also will be detailed. Students make operational assessments of a groundwater treatment plant based on established industry criteria.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 36 |
| 02/24/2026 | Plover/Virtual, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Sanitary Sewage Collection System
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. Operators will learn the terminology that goes with Sanitary Sewage, as well as safety tips. There will be training on components of the collection system as well as record retention, regulations and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 02/25/2026 | Elkhart Lake, WI |
Wisconsin Integrated Resource Management Conference
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WIRMC is Wisconsin's premier conference for solid waste and recycling professionals, covering topics ranging from landfill operations, recycling operations, education & outreach, worker safety, and resource management issues and/or regulations.
| AROW / SWANA-Badger Chapter / WCSWMA, Phone: (715)343-0722, Email: wirmc@wirmc.org, Website: https://www.wirmc.org/rates [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Landfill hours: 9.8 |
| 02/25/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Suspended Growth Processes and Nutrient Removal - Total Phosphorus
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. Operators will learn theories and principles of suspended growth, while also learning the operation, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting in an Activated Sludge plant. The afternoon will then have the nutrient removal portion.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 02/26/2026 | Elkhart Lake, WI |
Wisconsin Integrated Resource Management Conference
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WIRMC is Wisconsin's premier conference for solid waste and recycling professionals, covering topics ranging from landfill operations, recycling operations, education & outreach, worker safety, and resource management issues and/or regulations.
| AROW / SWANA-Badger Chapter / WCSWMA, Phone: (715)343-0722, Email: wirmc@wirmc.org, Website: https://www.wirmc.org/rates [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Landfill hours: 9.8 |
| 02/26/2026 | Stevens Point, WI |
2026 CSWEA Wisconsin Section Operations Seminar
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Every year we bring together operations professionals, facility managers, engineers, and education leaders to share ideas and find solutions to our industry's leading challenges. This year's seminar will focus on wastewater operations optimization/efficiency, energy use efficiency, and tertiary filtration operations. This will be an in person conference and will include a variety of presentations, panels, and roundtables.
| Central States Water Environment Association, Phone: (715)342-4150, Email: aclark@stevenspoint.com, Website: https://members.cswea.org/members/evr/reg_event.php?evid=59588065&orgcode=CNTW [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 5.3 |
| 02/26/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations Biological Solids and Sludges - Handling, Processing, and Reuse
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The training will cover theory and principles of biosolids and sludges, operation and maintenance, monitoring, process control, troubleshooting, residuals management, safety, and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 6, Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 02/27/2026 | Elkhart Lake, WI |
Wisconsin Integrated Resource Management Conference
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WIRMC is Wisconsin's premier conference for solid waste and recycling professionals, covering topics ranging from landfill operations, recycling operations, education & outreach, worker safety, and resource management issues and/or regulations.
| AROW / SWANA-Badger Chapter / WCSWMA, Phone: (715)343-0722, Email: wirmc@wirmc.org, Website: https://www.wirmc.org/rates [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Landfill hours: 9.8 |
| 03/02/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Basic General Wastewater
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A 5 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 30 |
| 03/02/2026 | Plover, WI |
Water System Operations Basics: Groundwater, Wells & Pumps
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover the water cycle, water properties, geology and aquifers of Wisconsin. The afternoon session will cover well drilling and well components as well as different pumps commonly used in water systems.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 03/03/2026 | Plover, WI |
Water System Operations Basics: Cross Connection Control and Sampling
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover cross connection controls and the regulations that pertain to them. The afternoon session will cover sampling requirements for water utilities to remain in compliance.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 03/04/2026 | Plover, WI |
Waterworks Certification Training: Drinking Water Treatment and Distribution
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover the various components of a water utility distribution system including pipes, pumps, valves, and storage reservoirs. The afternoon session will cover the basics of drinking water treatment including water chemistry, disinfection strategies, disinfection byproducts, corrosion control, fluoridation, and filtration.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 03/04/2026 | Chippewa Falls, WI |
2026 OTM/NN Exam Review
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Attendees will become familiar with the “Small Water System Operator Certification Manual.” Attendees will learn information that will assist them to prepare to take the small (OTM & NN) water system operator certification exam to become a Certified Operator. This class will cover all areas of operation and maintenance of a small water system including the hydrologic cycle, water chemistry, water system regulations, water contamination & treatment and water system components.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 4 |
| 03/05/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Lead and Copper Sampling, Monitoring Procedures and Requirements
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This course is to be developed to cover all aspects of lead and copper sampling, and in particular provide Small water system operators who work at an "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system or a non–transient non–community (NN) water system, with updated lead and copper sampling, monitoring procedures, and requirements, as well as the opportunity to earn continuing education credits.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 03/05/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Lead & Copper - Lead Service Line Inventory & Removal
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This course will cover how to properly inventory & remove lead service lines for potable water systems & how to get funding necessary to complete this work. Intended for municipal small water system operators, "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of lead service lines, proper inventory & removal procedures, & how to secure funding to complete and possibly accelerate this work
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 03/05/2026 | Plover, WI |
Water System Operations Basics: Math Basics and O&M Regulations
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover math basics for water utility operators. The afternoon session will cover operation and maintenance regulations for water utilities.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 03/06/2026 | Sparta, WI |
CST & Plubming Seminar
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This is an annual training that the counties of Jackson, Monroe, La Crosse and Vernon put on for our local plumbers, soil testers, pumpers etc. It provides them with the necessary continuing education credits for the licenses they hold.
| Jackson, Monroe, La Crosse and Vernon counties, Phone: (715)284-0220, Email: dustin.mccune@jacksoncountywi.gov, Website: http://contact Jackson County Zoning at (715)284-0220 for registration [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 6.3 |
| 03/09/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Lab Exam Review
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. This training will cover the material found in the DNR Laboratory Study Guide to help prepare for operator lab certification.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 03/10/2026 | Fond du Lac, WI |
Surface Water Certification
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Focuses on operational procedures necessary to produce safe and aesthetically acceptable water for human consumption. Methods of handling human and natural environmental contamination of raw water is emphasized and analyzed. Specific treatment technologies include preliminary processes, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration and chemical conditioning. Designed for students already having experience at a treatment facility who are seeking WDNR certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 18 |
| 03/12/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Well Disinfection
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So you have bacteria in your system? How did the bacteria get there? How can we get rid of it? What are the options for disinfection? The basics of well chlorination and a discussion of the factors influencing the success of well disinfection will be examined. Results from resent research and advanced chlorination techniques will be discussed.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 03/17/2026 | Virtual, WI |
A Day in the Life of a Small Water Operator
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“A Day in The Life”: This course was developed to cover an operator’s daily procedures, inspections, and routine maintenance expected in a water system. This course is intended for Small Water Systems (OTM/NN) Certified Operators: "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of system sampling, basic laboratory analysis, inspections, and distribution maintenance.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 03/18/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Emerging Groundwater and Well Contaminants: PFAS and Others
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This course was developed to cover the issue of emerging contaminants in drinking water systems. This course is intended for municipal small water system operators, "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of emerging contaminants, system sampling for these compounds, basic laboratory analysis overview, and treatment options should you detect them.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 03/24/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Basic Water Works Mathematics
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This course will introduce the participant to basic math concepts and formulas that are common in the water works industry. The course will discuss water works mathematics used daily in the operation of water works systems. Common formulas, conversion factors, and examples of their use will be thoroughly covered during this course.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 03/31/2026 | Live, virtual format, MS Teams, WI |
Iron, Zeolite, and VOC Certification
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Provides information and procedures necessary to treat water with excessive levels of calcium and magnesium. Addresses mineral source, treatment options, mechanisms of cation exchange and laboratory control. . Designed for students already having experience at a treatment facility who are seeking WDNR certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 12 |
| 03/31/2026 | Janesville, WI |
Well Disinfection
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So you have bacteria in your system? How did the bacteria get there? How can we get rid of it? What are the options for disinfection? The basics of well chlorination and a discussion of the factors influencing the success of well disinfection will be examined. Results from resent research and advanced chlorination techniques will be discussed.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 03/31/2026 | Janesville, WI |
Emerging Groundwater and Well Contaminants: PFAS and Others
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This course was developed to cover the issue of emerging contaminants in drinking water systems. This course is intended for municipal small water system operators, "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of emerging contaminants, system sampling for these compounds, basic laboratory analysis overview, and treatment options should you detect them.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 04/01/2026 | Plover, WI |
Operations Maintenance Class
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Operators will learn a general overview of water and wastewater facilities; plant maintenance fundamentals; SOP development and use; how to understand and apply O&M manuals; equipment and material availability challenges; operator roles and responsibilities; case studies; and an open discussion with Q&A.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Donohue & Associates, Inc., Staab Construction, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6, Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 04/07/2026 | Live, virtual format, MS Teams, WI |
Distribution Certification
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Provides skills and knowledge to effectively operate a potable water distribution system. Students explore regulations, chemistry, system components, cross-connections, mathematics and laboratory work. This course also addresses the WDNR Classification D certification objective for those who desire information necessary to achieve this certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 12 |
| 04/08/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Basic Water Works Mathematics
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This course will introduce the participant to basic math concepts and formulas that are common in the water works industry. The course will discuss water works mathematics used daily in the operation of water works systems. Common formulas, conversion factors, and examples of their use will be thoroughly covered during this course.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 04/08/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Pumps: Centrifugal and Positive Displacement
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This course will cover the varying types of pumps utilized by water work systems. Centrifugal pumps and positive displacement pumps will be discussed. Pump discussion will include types, options, parts, ancillary equipment requirements and uses.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 04/09/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Well Water System Sanitary Survey 101
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The Sanitary Survey OTM/NN session will investigate the various components that make-up a well water sanitary survey. The session will also explore common system deficiencies, solutions, and technology to help operators prepare for a survey, understand the survey, and prevent any issues that may be found during a sanitary survey. Case studies and a 'life in the day' will explore some public water systems through the eyes of the operators by goin through their systems with them.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 04/14/2026 | Virutal, WI |
Wastewater Reporting: Filling out Forms
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Operators will learn about important wastewater forms and how to fill them out. We will discuss My WI ID & Signatory Authority. The forms will include:
• Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WPDES)
• Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) – Long and Short Forms
• Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET)
• Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR)
• Sludge Characteristics and Sludge Use/Disposal Forms
• Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO)/ Treatment Facility Overflow (TFO)
• Permit Application
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 3 |
| 04/14/2026 | Green Bay, WI |
Surface Water Certification
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Focuses on operational procedures necessary to produce safe and aesthetically acceptable water for human consumption. Methods of handling human and natural environmental contamination of raw water is emphasized and analyzed. Specific treatment technologies include preliminary processes, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration and chemical conditioning. Designed for students already having experience at a treatment facility who are seeking WDNR certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 18 |
| 04/15/2026 | Virtual, WI |
A Day in the Life of a Small Water Operator
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“A Day in The Life”: This course was developed to cover an operator’s daily procedures, inspections, and routine maintenance expected in a water system. This course is intended for Small Water Systems (OTM/NN) Certified Operators: "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of system sampling, basic laboratory analysis, inspections, and distribution maintenance.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 04/15/2026 | Plover, WI |
Hands-On PVC Pipe Joining for Water and Wastewater Operators
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Water and wastewater operators will learn a comprehensive introduction to ASME B31.3 bonder qualification requirements for plastic piping systems. Participants learn the fundamental principles of solvent cementing, and proper installation methods for solvent-welded, threaded, flanged, and grooved joints, with emphasis on preventing common joint failures. The course includes a hands-on joint make-up practical and a short written assessment to verify competency.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3, Wastewater hours: 3 |
| 04/20/2026 | Plover, WI |
WRWA Cross Connection Control Assembly Tester Certification Course
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This is a hands-on 40-hour certification course that will take an advanced look into cross connection controls. Training topics will include backflow prevention, cross connection control programs, hands-on repair of assemblies, and state regulations pertaining to cross connections. Class attendees will become certified to test cross connection control assemblies in the State of Wisconsin.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 40 |
| 04/21/2026 | Madison, WI |
Iron, Zeolite, and VOC Certification
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Provides information and procedures necessary to treat water with excessive levels of calcium and magnesium. Addresses mineral source, treatment options, mechanisms of cation exchange and laboratory control. . Designed for students already having experience at a treatment facility who are seeking WDNR certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 12 |
| 04/23/2026 | La Crosse, WI |
Well Disinfection
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So you have bacteria in your system? How did the bacteria get there? How can we get rid of it? What are the options for disinfection? The basics of well chlorination and a discussion of the factors influencing the success of well disinfection will be examined. Results from resent research and advanced chlorination techniques will be discussed.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 04/23/2026 | La Crosse, WI |
Well Water System Sanitary Survey 101
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The Sanitary Survey OTM/NN session will investigate the various components that make-up a well water sanitary survey. The session will also explore common system deficiencies, solutions, and technology to help operators prepare for a survey, understand the survey, and prevent any issues that may be found during a sanitary survey. Case studies and a 'life in the day' will explore some public water systems through the eyes of the operators by goin through their systems with them.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 04/28/2026 | Live, virtual format, MS Teams, WI |
Iron, Zeolite, and VOC Certification
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Provides information and procedures necessary to treat water with excessive levels of calcium and magnesium. Addresses mineral source, treatment options, mechanisms of cation exchange and laboratory control. . Designed for students already having experience at a treatment facility who are seeking WDNR certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (800)472-4554, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 12 |
| 04/29/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Pumps: Centrifugal and Positive Displacement
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This course will cover the varying types of pumps utilized by water work systems. Centrifugal pumps and positive displacement pumps will be discussed. Pump discussion will include types, options, parts, ancillary equipment requirements and uses.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 05/05/2026 | Plover, WI |
Residential Cross Connection Surveyor Class
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Training will cover cross connections, administrative code, backflow prevention, cross connection surveys, and hands-on survey exercises.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 05/07/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Basic Water Works Mathematics
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This course will introduce the participant to basic math concepts and formulas that are common in the water works industry. The course will discuss water works mathematics used daily in the operation of water works systems. Common formulas, conversion factors, and examples of their use will be thoroughly covered during this course.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 05/13/2026 | Virtual, WI |
A Day in the Life of a Small Water Operator
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“A Day in The Life”: This course was developed to cover an operator’s daily procedures, inspections, and routine maintenance expected in a water system. This course is intended for Small Water Systems (OTM/NN) Certified Operators: "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of system sampling, basic laboratory analysis, inspections, and distribution maintenance.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 05/14/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Emerging Groundwater and Well Contaminants: PFAS and Others
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This course was developed to cover the issue of emerging contaminants in drinking water systems. This course is intended for municipal small water system operators, "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of emerging contaminants, system sampling for these compounds, basic laboratory analysis overview, and treatment options should you detect them.
| Moraine Park Technical College, Phone: (920)924-3449, Email: training@morainepark.edu, Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 05/26/2026 | Plover, WI |
2026 OTM/NN Exam Review
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Attendees will become familiar with the “Small Water System Operator Certification Manual.” Attendees will learn information that will assist them to prepare to take the small (OTM & NN) water system operator certification exam to become a Certified Operator. This class will cover all areas of operation and maintenance of a small water system including the hydrologic cycle, water chemistry, water system regulations, water contamination & treatment and water system components.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 4 |
| 06/02/2026 | Superior , WI |
WET testing and Duluth Wastewater Talk & Tour
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Attendees will tour the WET testing lab and learn about culturing the organisms, WET testing basics and what happens when you fail. Retests and TRE (toxicity reduction evaluations) and TIEs (toxicity identification evaluations. The afternoon session is at Duluth's Resource Renew’s Water Resource Recovery Facility where they will do an indoor session to get an overview then a tour of the processes and facility.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Environmental Consulting and Testing, Inc., Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 06/03/2026 | Plover, WI |
Advanced Backflow Tester Refresher - Continuing Education Workshop
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Attendees will learn about Backflow/Backpressure/Back-siphonage, Hazards of Cross-Connections/Interconnections, DNR 810.15 Cross-Connection Control Program requirements, Plumbing Code Chapter SPS 382, 381, 384, Review changes to plumbing code related to backflow prevention, ASSE approval standard methodology, 3 valve gauge test procedures, 5 valve gauge test procedures, Annual Calibration & Paperwork, Do’s & Don’ts, Assembly animations, Hands-on exercises, Repair & Maintenance.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 07/06/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Basic General Wastewater
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The training will cover terminology, influent wastewater, wastewater treatment, biosolids, effluent discharge, safety, and calculations. This class will also prepare attendees to take the Basic General Wastewater exam.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 08/31/2026 | Plover, WI |
Water System Operations Basics: Groundwater, Wells & Pumps
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover the water cycle, water properties, geology and aquifers of Wisconsin. The afternoon session will cover well drilling and well components as well as different pumps commonly used in water systems.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 09/01/2026 | Plover, WI |
Water System Operations Basics: Cross Connection Control and Sampling
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover cross connection controls and the regulations that pertain to them. The afternoon session will cover sampling requirements for water utilities to remain in compliance.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 09/02/2026 | Plover, WI |
Waterworks Certification Training: Drinking Water Treatment and Distribution
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover the various components of a water utility distribution system including pipes, pumps, valves, and storage reservoirs. The afternoon session will cover the basics of drinking water treatment including water chemistry, disinfection strategies, disinfection byproducts, corrosion control, fluoridation, and filtration.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 09/03/2026 | Plover, WI |
Water System Operations Basics: Math Basics and O&M Regulations
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover math basics for water utility operators. The afternoon session will cover operation and maintenance regulations for water utilities.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 09/08/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Waterworks Certification Training: Iron & Manganese Removal Exam Review
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. We will cover the principle, structure, and function of iron and manganese removal. We will also cover operation and maintenance as well as monitoring and troubleshooting. We will conclude the training with safety and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 09/08/2026 | Virtual, WI |
3 hour CCC Assembly Tester Refresher ONLINE class 101
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Students will learn about cross connection controls and backflow prevention. Students will also learn about pressure differential gauge calibration and maintenance.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 09/14/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Basic General Wastewater
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A 5 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 30 |
| 09/15/2026 | Virtual, WI |
3 hour CCC Assembly Tester Refresher ONLINE Class 102
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Training will cover regulations and issues for cross connection control assembly testers. Training will include installation assessments and test data management.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 09/17/2026 | Virtual, WI |
2026 OTM/NN Exam Review
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Attendees will become familiar with the “Small Water System Operator Certification Manual.” Attendees will learn information that will assist them to prepare to take the small (OTM & NN) water system operator certification exam to become a Certified Operator. This class will cover all areas of operation and maintenance of a small water system including the hydrologic cycle, water chemistry, water system regulations, water contamination & treatment and water system components.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 4 |
| 09/22/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Solids Separation
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A 2 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 09/28/2026 | Plover, WI |
WRWA Cross Connection Control Assembly Tester Certification Course
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This is a hands-on 40-hour certification course that will take an advanced look into cross connection controls. Training topics will include backflow prevention, cross connection control programs, hands-on repair of assemblies, and state regulations pertaining to cross connections. Class attendees will become certified to test cross connection control assemblies in the State of Wisconsin.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Municipal Waterworks hours: 40 |
| 09/29/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Biosolids/Sludge Handling, Processing and Reuse
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A 2 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 10/06/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Lab
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A 2 day class going over notes, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 10/19/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Basic General Wastewater
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The training will cover terminology, influent wastewater, wastewater treatment, biosolids, effluent discharge, safety, and calculations. This class will also prepare attendees to take the Basic General Wastewater exam.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/20/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Phosphorus Removal
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A 2 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions, Phone: (608)770-5144, Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com, Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event, Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 10/20/2026 | Plover/Virtual, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Sanitary Sewage Collection System
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. Operators will learn the terminology that goes with Sanitary Sewage, as well as safety tips. There will be training on components of the collection system as well as record retention, regulations and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/21/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Suspended Growth Processes and Nutrient Removal - Total Phosphorus
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. Operators will learn theories and principles of suspended growth, while also learning the operation, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting in an Activated Sludge plant. The afternoon will then have the nutrient removal portion.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/22/2026 | Plover, WI |
Residential Cross Connection Surveyor Class
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Training will cover cross connections, administrative code, backflow prevention, cross connection surveys, and hands-on survey exercises.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 10/22/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations Biological Solids and Sludges - Handling, Processing, and Reuse
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The training will cover theory and principles of biosolids and sludges, operation and maintenance, monitoring, process control, troubleshooting, residuals management, safety, and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 6, Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 11/05/2026 | Janesville, WI |
2026 OTM/NN Exam Review
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Attendees will become familiar with the “Small Water System Operator Certification Manual.” Attendees will learn information that will assist them to prepare to take the small (OTM & NN) water system operator certification exam to become a Certified Operator. This class will cover all areas of operation and maintenance of a small water system including the hydrologic cycle, water chemistry, water system regulations, water contamination & treatment and water system components.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association, Phone: (715)344-7778, Email: wrwa@wrwa.org, Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 4 |