This course provides an in-depth understanding of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water and wastewater systems (focusing on water treatment and distribution and sludge biosolids). Students will explore the sources, environmental impact, and treatment methods for PFAS, as well as the regulatory framework governing their management.
Taught by Shantelle Clarke with ERWoW
CEUs: 0.3 Water and Wastewater
No Cost! Thanks to Funding from USDA
At this 2-day course, we will review the information needed to prepare the attendee for the CCCS Exam. We will discuss how cross connections affect public health, the potential risks and liabilities, how to conduct surveys and carry out enforcement actions, the two types of hydraulic condition which cause backflow, and backflow prevention assemblies and their applications. Taught by Backflow Management Inc
CEUs: 1.4 CEUs
Costs: Members $225 / Non Members $300 *Class will be closed for registrations on May 27 to allow time for books to be mailed
This is a 3 day course for applicants preparing for the Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Exam. The review includes an in depth review on math for the treatment plant operator, water sources and treatment coagulation and flocculation, corrosion control, and overview of plant operation and treatment, softening systems and laboratory procedures. Taught by Ernie Klimek, Evergreen Rural Water
1.9 Water Only CEUs
Costs: $350 ERWoW Members / $425 Non-Members
Learn all about large distribution booster and centrifugal pumps, hydraulics, head and pressure, and chemical feed pumps. Course will cover the differences between positive displacement and centrifugal pumps, and their operation, maintenance and repair. A review of horsepower calculations and pump curves is also included. Taught by John Schwartz with USABlueBook
Attend this 3-day course and learn how to prepare for the levels I-2 Water Distribution Manager Exam. This class includes an extensive math and water chemistry review, review of disinfection rules and procedures, review of basic well construction, including well development; along with the review of water utility management, operation and maintenance principles. Several practice tests will be given and reviewed in class.
Taught by Evergreen Rural Water
1.9 Water Only CEUs
Costs: $350 ERWoW Members / $425 Non-Members
Attend this 3-day course and learn how to prepare for the levels I-2 Water Distribution Manager Exam. This class includes an extensive math and water chemistry review, review of disinfection rules and procedures, review of basic well construction, including well development; along with the review of water utility management, operation and maintenance principles. Several practice tests will be given and reviewed in class.
Taught by Evergreen Rural Water
1.9 Water Only CEUs
Costs: $350 ERWoW Members / $425 Non-Members
This course covers the components of the Sanitary Survey, and what you need to look for prior to the inspection. It also addresses which records should be made available to the regulator who will be performing the survey. Recommended for regulators, utility office staff and field staff. Taught by John Schwartz with USABlueBook
CEUs: 0.5 Water (pending approval)
Costs: Members- $160
Non Members- $190
Enhanced Members- $0
Learn the basics of operation and maintenance for lagoon systems. This course will discuss the food web and nutrient cycles throughout the limited control treatment of the lagoon system and cover understanding the different zones, biology, and chemistry within the lagoon. Taught by John Schwartz with USABlueBook
CEUs: 0.5 Wastewater Only (pending approval)
Costs: Members- $160
Non Members- $190
Enhanced Members- $0
At this 2-day course, we will review the information needed to prepare the attendee for the CCCS Exam. We will discuss how cross connections affect public health, the potential risks and liabilities, how to conduct surveys and carry out enforcement actions, the two types of hydraulic condition which cause backflow, and backflow prevention assemblies and their applications. Taught by Backflow Management Inc
CEUs: 1.4 CEUs Water
Costs: Members $225 / Non Members $300 *Class will be closed for registrations on August 6 to allow time for books to be mailed
The 2025 Fall Conference and Tradeshow will be August 26-28, 2025 at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick WA. The agenda should be available early Summer. ERWoW encourages Operators, Utility Board Members, Mayors, Council Members, Public Works Directors, and other leaders to attend our conference. We have specific classes scheduled to help officials in their responsibilities as managers of their community's most important assets. It is imperative that today's leaders have a firm understanding of their role in their water and wastewater utility systems. Please plan on attending!
Earn up to 1.5 CEUs in water and/or wastewater!
Costs: ERWoW Members $375 / Non Members: $450 *After August 7, 2025 $50 late fee is added to all registrations
This is a 3 day course for applicants preparing for the Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Exam. The review includes an in depth review on math for the treatment plant operator, water sources and treatment coagulation and flocculation, corrosion control, and overview of plant operation and treatment, softening systems and laboratory procedures. Taught by Ernie Klimek, Evergreen Rural Water
1.9 Water Only CEUs
Costs: $350 ERWoW Members / $425 Non-Members
Location: TBD (we will notify you of location)
At this 2-day course, we will review the information needed to prepare the attendee for the CCCS Exam. We will discuss how cross connections affect public health, the potential risks and liabilities, how to conduct surveys and carry out enforcement actions, the two types of hydraulic condition which cause backflow, and backflow prevention assemblies and their applications.
Taught by Backflow Management Inc
CEUs: 1.4 CEUs
Costs: Members $225 / Non Members $300
Attend this 3-day course and learn how to prepare for the levels I-2 Water Distribution Manager Exam. This class includes an extensive math and water chemistry review, review of disinfection rules and procedures, review of basic well construction, including well development; along with the review of water utility management, operation and maintenance principles. Several practice tests will be given and reviewed in class.
Taught by Evergreen Rural Water
1.9 Water Only CEUs
Costs: $350 ERWoW Members / $425 Non-Members
Attend this 3-day course and learn how to prepare for the levels I-2 Water Distribution Manager Exam. This class includes an extensive math and water chemistry review, review of disinfection rules and procedures, review of basic well construction, including well development; along with the review of water utility management, operation and maintenance principles. Several practice tests will be given and reviewed in class.
Taught by Evergreen Rural Water
1.9 Water Only CEUs
Costs: $350 ERWoW Members / $425 Non-Members
The first half of this class will address common distribution issues along troubleshooting of the system. Review includes disinfection by-products, chloramines, taste and odor issues, system flushing and flushing safety. After that discussion we will head over to Boil Advisory vs Boil Order Water Emergencies. We will go over information everyone needs to know about Boil Orders, Do Not Drink Advisories and returning your system back to routine operations. Taught by John Schwartz with USABlueBook
CEUs: 0.3 Water Only (pending approval)
Costs: Members- $100
Non Members- $130
Enhanced Members- $0
This is a great course for both veteran and beginning operators to review sampling regulations and practices. It covers bacteria, organics, inorganics, lead & copper, TTHM & HAA5s, and radionuclides. Taught by John Schwartz with USABlueBook
CEUs: 0.3 Water Only (pending approval)
Costs: Members- $100
Non Members- $130
Enhanced Members- $0
Attend this 3-day course and learn how to prepare for the levels I-2 Water Distribution Manager Exam. This class includes an extensive math and water chemistry review, review of disinfection rules and procedures, review of basic well construction, including well development; along with the review of water utility management, operation and maintenance principles. Several practice tests will be given and reviewed in class.
Taught by Evergreen Rural Water
1.9 Water Only CEUs
Costs: $350 ERWoW Members / $425 Non-Members
