Frequently Asked Questions

Drinking Water Operator-in-Training Certification Preparation covers drinking water treatment and distribution. Wastewater Operator-in-Training Certification Preparation covers wastewater collection and treatment. Each has three modules.

Each program costs $650 in total: $290 for learning materials (ILP) and three modules at $120 per module. The $290 materials fee is non-refundable.

The programs are self-paced online. The average completion time for either program is approximately 10 weeks of part-time study, totaling about 60 hours.

Upon successful completion of either program, you earn a certificate and 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), with 2 CEUs for each of the three modules.

The Drinking Water program prepares students to write the Drinking Water Operator-in-Training certification examination. The Wastewater program prepares students to write the Operator-in-Training certification examination. Completing a preparation program does not itself grant operator certification.

Full registration includes tuition and learning materials for all three modules of the chosen program, plus access to learning resources, tutorial and technical support, online testing and the Student Resource Center.

Yes. Both programs offer flexible, self-paced online learning that lets students study anytime and anywhere.