Registration

Before you register, make sure to purchase a BCWWA Membership first ($129) - you will then receive a $140 discount on ALL courses and other select products for 1 year!  Click here for Membership information.

• Member: $729.00 + GST
• Non-member: $869.00 + GST*

*Course registrations are $140 extra if the registrant does not have an active membership. To secure the lower member pricing, ensure the registrant has purchased a membership prior to registering for this course. 

Upon registering and providing payment, you will receive a link to our online learning platform within three (3) business days. 

If you are unable to register online, please contact our office for assistance. By registering for this class, you are agreeing to the terms of our customer policy.

Registration Deadline

Jun 7, 2024

Course Format

Online courses at the BCWWA are designed to be completed on your own time, and at your own pace. They are organized as a series of modules that include interactive sections, videos, readings and quizzes.

Additionally, the Wastewater Treatment 1 online course includes access to a seasoned instructor, who is available for questions and clarification throughout your learning experience. In this way you get the best of both worlds - instructor support AND learning at your own pace and time. 

Learning Objectives 

After completing this course, you will be able to: 

• Evaluate physical characteristics of a waste stream including colour, flow, odour, temperature, etc.
• Perform related security, safety and administrative procedures involving chemical hazards, personal protective equipment, general health and safety procedures, and emergency preparedness.
• Evaluate and maintain related equipment including preventative and corrective maintenance and equipment evaluation.
• Operate equipment including hydraulics, pumps, valves, etc.
• Understand how domestic water systems impact wastewater treatment.
• Understand the metric system, measurements and solving equations.

Who Should Attend

You should take this course if you:

• Require an understanding of how wastewater treatment systems work;
• Operate or maintain a facility classified as Wastewater Treatment 1; or
• Are preparing to write the Environmental Operators Certificate Program (EOCP) certification exam for Wastewater Treatment 1.

Certification and CEUs

This course provides 2.4 core CEUs for the following Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) certifications:

• small wastewater systems (SWWS)
• wastewater treatment (WWT)

This course provides 2.4 related CEUs for the following EOCP certifications:

• small water systems (SWS)
• wastewater collection (WWC)
• water distribution (WD)
• water treatment (WT)

Certifications and exams are administered by the EOCP - please contact them for more information or to register for an exam.