Operator CEU Approvals per State
AWWA offers Certificates of Completion for our educational programs.
Regardless of your profession, certificates of completion can support your career. We partner with many operator licensing agencies to provide continuing education for water operators. While this page is specific to operators, you can learn more about certificates of completion in general at awwa.org/credits.
Choose your state or province from the dropdown menu to explore approved operator education!
Certificates of Completion By State
Alabama
Alabama’s ADEM will generally accept most AWWA Certificates of Completion. Per the ADEM website:
“ADEM does not pre-approve training courses and has no control over the training content or of the posting of any material on these websites…It is the Operator’s responsibility to identify valid CEH classes that are appropriate for the operator’s individual level or grade of certification.”
eLearning Courses
Alabama does not pre-approve continuing education programs; instead, operators should submit their AWWA eLearning Certificates of Completion to ADEM for credit. View our course catalog at awwa.org/eLearning.
In-Person Events
ADEM did explicitly approve the following event:
Alaska
Operators must take AK DEC pre-approved courses to earn Alaska CEUs. AWWA has applied for and received AK DEC pre-approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Backflow Prevention & Cross-Connection Control – EL227 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Basic Math 1 and Chemistry 1 – EL228 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Corrosion Control Theory & Treatment Options – EL285 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Cybersecurity in the Water Sector – EL264 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Disinfection Basics – EL320 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Drought Preparedness and Response | Developing a Water Shortage Plan – EL297 | 0.3 DW Core CEUs
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Water Compliance & Enforcement – EL252 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Water Supplies & Demand Management – EL-155 | 0.5 DW Core CEUs
Small Systems Courses:
Access the courses below via the AWWA Small Systems webpage:
- AWIA Small Systems Certificate Program, Course 1 | Introduction to Resiliency and America’s Water Infrastructure Act of 2018 – EL272 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- AWIA Small Systems Certificate Program, Course 2 | Operational Measures for Resiliency – EL273 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- AWIA Small Systems Certificate Program, Course 3 | How to Develop a Risk and Resilience Assessment – EL274 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- AWIA Small Systems Certificate Program, Course 4 | How to Develop a Small System Emergency Response Plan – EL275 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- AWIA Small Systems Certificate Program, Course 5 | Cybersecurity for Water Systems – EL276 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Contaminant of Concern – Manganese – EL301 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Contaminant of Concern – Nitrates – EL300 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Contaminant of Concern – PFAS – EL284 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Controlling Non-revenue Water in Small Water Utilities, Course 1 | Water Supply Operations and Non-Revenue Water – EL290 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Controlling Non-revenue Water in Small Water Utilities, Course 3 | How to Track Your Progress at Controlling Non-Revenue Water for Small Utilities – EL292 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Controlling Non-revenue Water in Small Water Utilities, Course 4 | Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL293 | 0.3 DW Core CEUs
- Controlling Non-revenue Water in Small Water Utilities, Course 5 | Effective Leakage and Pressure Management to Contain System Leakage – EL294 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Controlling Non-revenue Water in Small Water Utilities, Course 6 | Customer Metering and Billing Operation for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL295 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Controlling Non-revenue Water in Small Water Utilities, Course 7 | Keeping an Effective Non-revenue Water Management Program Going – EL296 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Disinfection By-Products (DBPs) – EL299 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Financial Sustainability for Small Systems – EL226 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Fire Hydrant Basics for Pressurized Water Systems – EL208 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Flushing & Bacteriological Testing – EL 211 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Internal Corrosion Control for the Management Lead and Copper at Customer Taps – EL302 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Introduction to Rural Development Apply – EL281 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Maintaining and Achieving RTCR Compliance for Small Systems – EL219 | 0.3 DW Core CEUs
- Optimizing Performance and Accessing Funding to Improve Small Systems – EL280 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Predicting Contaminant Removal in Activated Carbon Systems for Small Systems – EL279 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
- Regulatory Review – EL271 | 0.1 DW Core CEUs
- Revised Total Coliform Rule – EL178 | 0.4 DW Core CEUs
- Setting the Right Rates for Your Water System – EL251 | 0.2 DW Core CEUs
In-Person Events
Arizona
Arizona’s ADEQ will generally accept most AWWA Certificates of Completion and does not require program pre-approval.
AWWA has requested and received explicit AZ ADEQ approval for the programs listed.
Agency website:
eLearning Courses
In-Person Events
Arkansas
AWWA has applied for and received Arkansas Dept of Health pre-approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
In-Person Events
British Columbia
AWWA will seek EOCP approval each year for our Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE).
Agency website:
In-Person Events
California
The California Water Boards may accept many AWWA Certificates of Completion and does not strictly require program pre-approval.
AWWA has sought and received explicit CA Water Boards approval for programs listed.
Agency website:
eLearning Courses
- Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL312 – 1 CH
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – 4 CH
- Assessing Non-Revenue Water with the AWWA Water Audit Method – EL311 – 2 CH
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – 2 CH
- Controlling Non-Revenue Water in Drinking Water Utilities Certificate Program – EL316 – 8 CH (5 courses)
- Corrosion Control Theory & Treatment Certificate Program – EL289 – 9 CH (3 courses)
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 – 2 CH
- Customer Metering and Billing Operations for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL314 – 2 CH
- Disinfection Basics – EL320 1 CH
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211 – 2 CH
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321 – 1 CH
- Membrane Processes – EL229 – 2 CH
- Performing a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL287 – 3 CH
- Sustaining the Non-Revenue Water Management Program – EL315 – 1 CH
Colorado
Colorado’s CCWP prefers that operators select pre-approved training for their TUs. Please contact CCWP if you have questions regarding a program not listed.
AWWA has applied for and received CCWP pre-approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL312 | Course Approval #: 25-09404; Max TUs: 0.1
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 | Course Approval #: 25-09259; Max TUs: 0.4
- Assessing Non-revenue Water with the AWWA Water Audit Method – EL311 | Course Approval #: 25-09403; Max TUs: 0.2
- Contaminants of Concern – PFAS – EL306 | Course Approval #: 25-10817; Max TUs: 0.1
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 | Course Approval #: 25-09258; Max TUs: 0.2
- Customer Metering and Billing Operations for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL314 | Course Approval #: 25-09406; Max TUs: 0.2
- Disinfection Basics – EL320 | Course Approval #: 25-11238; Max TUs: 0.1
- Effective Leakage and Pressure Management – EL313 | Course Approval #: 25-09405; Max TUs: 0.2
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321 | Course Approval #: 25-11239; Max TUs: 0.1
- Performing a Corrosion Control Treatment Evaluation – EL287 | Course Approval #: 25-09260; Max TUs: 0.3
- Sustaining the Non-Revenue Water Management Program – EL315 | Course Approval #: 25-09407; Max TUs: 0.1
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – CCWP Course ID 11099
- 2025 AWWA Water Infrastructure Conference & Exposition (WIC) – CCWP Course ID 11255
- 2025 AWWA WaterSmart Innovations Conference & Exposition (WSI) – CCWP Course ID 11256
- 2025 AWWA Water Quality Technology Conference & Exposition (WQTC) – CCWP Course ID 11257
- 2025 AWWA Partnership for Safe Water Summit – CCWP Course ID 11291
- 2025 AWWA North American Water Loss Conference (NAWL) – CCWP Course ID 11290
Note to Colorado operators: If you would like AWWA to submit your conference TUs into the CCWP portal on your behalf, please email your request to EducationServices@awwa.org. Include your name, your CCWP ID #, the name of the event, and number of certificate hours earned. We are happy to help!
Connecticut
CT Department of Health has not responded to AWWA applications. At this time, no AWWA programs are pre-approved in Connecticut; please contact CT DOH directly for operator renewal hours information.
Agency website:
Delaware
Applications are reviewed by the DHSS DPH Advisory Council during their quarterly meetings.
AWWA has applied for and received Advisory Council approval for the programs listed.
Agency website:
eLearning Courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – 4 hours
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 – 2 hours
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – 4 hours
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261 – 1 hour
Pending review at upcoming Delaware DPH Advisory Council Meeting :
- Disinfection Basics – EL320 – 1 hour
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321 – 1 hour
In-Person Events
Florida
Important note for Florida operators: the Florida Section of AWWA is contracted by Florida DEP to process operator CEUs. To comply with state deadlines, you must contact the Florida Section within 14 days of completing any program.
Florida DEP will accept most AWWA certificates of completion. Specific approval has been established for the programs listed.
Agency website:
eLearning Courses
- Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL312
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286
- Assessing Non-Revenue Water with the AWWA Water Audit Method – EL311
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228
- Contaminants of Concern: PFAS – EL306
- Controlling Non-Revenue Water in Drinking Water Utilities Certificate Program – EL316
- Corrosion Control Theory & Treatment Certificate Program – EL289
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285
- Customer Metering and Billing Operations for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL314
- Disinfection Basics – EL320
- Effective Leakage and Pressure Management – EL313
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321
- Membrane Processes – EL229
- Performing a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL287
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261
- Sustaining the Non-Revenue Water Management Program – EL315
Georgia
AWWA is listed as an Approved Continuing Education Provider by the Georgia State Board of Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators. Since moving to their new online GOALS system, the State has not responded to AWWA’s requests for specific program applications. Please contact the Board with any questions regarding acceptance.
Agency website:
Hawaii
The State of Hawaii DOH Safe Drinking Water Branch (SDWB) will accept most AWWA programs for continuing education. This includes webinars, eLearning courses, and in-person events. The State maintains a short list of approved programs here. For programs not listed, SDWB asks that operators verify CEU approval with SDWB prior to enrolling.
Idaho
As of July 1, 2024, the Idaho Board of Drinking Water & Wastewater Professionals no longer reviews and approves continuing education courses for drinking water and wastewater operators. Per the state, as long as the course content is germane to the license type, it is acceptable as continuing education for licensees. This applies to both in-person and online programs.
Thus, most AWWA programs will be accepted for CE Hours in Idaho.
Illinois
Illinois EPA will accept AWWA webinars without an IEPA number. Other program types (eLearning courses and in-person events) are assigned an IEPA number.
The AWWA programs listed are approved for operator CEUs in Illinois.
eLearning Courses
- Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL312 – 1 hour – IEPA# 20770
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – 4 hours – IEPA# 16978
- Assessing Non-Revenue Water with the AWWA Water Audit Method – EL311 – 2 hours – IEPA# 20769
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – 2 hours – IEPA# 17187
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228 – 2 hours – IEPA# 17186
- Contaminants of Concern: PFAS – EL306 – 1 hour – IEPA# 20759
- Controlling Non-Revenue Water in Drinking Water Utilities Certificate Program – EL316
- Corrosion Control Theory & Treatment Certificate Program – EL289
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 – 2 hours – IEPA# 16964
- Customer Metering and Billing Operations for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL314 – 2 hours – IEPA#20772
- Disinfection Basics – EL320 – 1 hour – IEPA# 22041
- Effective Leakage and Pressure Management – EL313 – 2 hours – IEPA# 20771
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211 – 2 hours – IEPA# 17188
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321 – 1 hour – IEPA# 22255
- Membrane Processes – EL229 – 2 hours – IEPA# 17185
- Performing a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL287 – 3 hours
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – 4 hours – IEPA# 17183
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209 – 2 hours – IEPA# 17189
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261 – 1 hour – IEPA# 17184
- Sustaining the Non-Revenue Water Management Program – EL315 – 1 hour – IEPA# 20773
In-person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – IEPA# 21682
- 2025 AWWA Water Infrastructure Conference & Exposition (WIC) – IEPA# 22330
- 2025 AWWA Water Quality Technology Conference & Exposition (WQTC) – IEPA# 22333
- 2025 AWWA Partnership for Safe Water Summit – IEPA# 22634
- 2025 AWWA North American Water Loss Conference – IEPA# 22633
Webinars
While AWWA headquarters webinars do not have IEPA numbers, per the State of Illinois Operator Certification Division, operators can still receive CEUs for participating.
After attending an AWWA webinar, operators should download the Illinois Operator Training Submission Form pdf and submit it along with their certificate of attendance and a brief course description, agenda, or webinar presentation slide deck. Per IEPA, leave the ‘Course ID’ field blank for webinars, and submit the form along with the supporting documents to the IEPA.
Visit awwa.org/webinars to get signed up!
Indiana
Indiana’s IDEM suggests that operators select pre-approved training for their CEUs, however operators may also self-apply to IDEM for programs not listed. To receive credit for approved programs operators must submit State Form 45674, available on the IDEM website.
AWWA has sought and received explicit IDEM approval for the programs listed.
eLearning courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – IDEM# PWST22-7789
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – IDEM# PWST22-7837
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228 – IDEM# PWST22-7843
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 IDEM# PWST22-7790
- Disinfection Basics – EL320 – IDEM# PWST25-9358
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211 – IDEM# PWST22-7838
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321 IDEM# PWST25-9357
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209 – #PWSG22-7830
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261 IDEM# PWST22-7845
- Membrane Processes – EL229 IDEM# PWST22-7844
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – IDEM# PWST22-7877
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – IDEM# PWT25-9189
- 2025 AWWA North American Water Loss Conference – IDEM# PWST25-9429
Iowa
The AWWA programs listed are approved by IA-DNR for operator CEUs in Iowa.
Per the DNR website, if you would like to take an AWWA course not on this list, please fill out the “Groundwater Professional Continuing Education Approval Form” and submit it to ustlicensing@dnr.iowa.gov with link to the course.
eLearning Courses
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227
- Additional courses pending IA-DNR response
In-Person Events
Kansas
AWWA has applied for and received Kansas DHE approval for the programs listed.
In-person Events
Kentucky
AWWA has applied for and received Kentucky EEC’s Division of Water approval for the programs listed.
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA North American Water Loss Conference – KY DCA Event # PWST25-9429
- 2025 AWWA Partnership for Safe Water Summit KY DCA Event # 32729
Louisiana
AWWA is included on the Louisiana DOH’s list of associations offering ‘Online and Correspondence Courses to assist Operator in the earning of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Licensure’.
AWWA has applied for and received LA DOH approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – LA Approval# 65322
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – LA Approval# 65668
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228 – Approval# 65698
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 – Approval# 65319
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211 – Approval# 65670
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209 – Approval# 65666
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261 – Approval# 65686
- Membrane Processes – EL229 – Approval# 65685
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – Approval# 65776
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – Approval #68522
Maine
AWWA has applied for and received Maine Board of Licensure of Water System Operators approval for the programs listed.
Alternatively, per the Board’s TCH Fact Sheet, operators may submit a “Request for TCH Approval” form to the Board, for an AWWA program not listed here. AWWA is listed on the State’s website as an eLearning training provider.
eLearning Courses
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – ME Approval# 72-2022
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – ME Approval #074-2025
Maryland
AWWA has applied for and received Maryland Board of Waterworks and Waste System Operators approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – MD Code 7203-3-22
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – MD Code 7268-05-22
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228 – MD Course Code 7267-05-22
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 – MD Code 7204-3-22
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211 – MD Code 7264-05-22
- Membrane Processes – EL229 – 7266-05-22
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – MD Code 7277-07-22
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261 – MD Code 7265-05-22
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209 – MD Code 7263-05-22
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – MD Non-process hours
Massachusetts
AWWA has applied for and received Massachusetts Board of Certification approval for the programs listed.
Most Massachusetts operators receive TCHs through the completion of Board-approved courses, however the Board does offer alternative options to receive TCHs for additional courses not listed here.
eLearning Courses
- Contaminants of Concern: PFAS – EL306 – Mass CourseID # DWT-2024-43
The Board also allows operators to receive TCHs in several additional ways:
- Completing a drinking water-related training that issues continuing education units (CEUs). 1 CEU = 10 TCHs.
- Membership in one or several of the these professional organizations (AWWA included) = 1 TCH annually per membership, maximum of 3 TCHs per renewal period.
- Visit the state website for additional information.
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – Mass CourseID # DWT-2025-37
Michigan
AWWA has applied for and received Michigan EGLE approval for the programs listed.
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – EGLE Course Code 2385
Minnesota
AWWA has applied for and received Minnesota DOH pre-approval for the programs listed.
Per the state website, other AWWA courses may be approved. If a training program is not pre-approved, the operator must submit the program agenda along with the renewal application for credit determination. Operators can refer to Relevancy of Training for Certified Water Operators.
eLearning Courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285
- Disinfection Basics – EL320
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261
- Membrane Processes – EL229
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262
In-Person Events
Mississippi
AWWA has been granted blanket approval from the Mississippi State Department of Health. Operators should simply submit their AWWA Certificates of Completion to the state for credit.
Missouri
AWWA has applied for and received Missouri DNR approval for the programs listed.
Montana
Montana DEQ has assigned AWWA the Approved Training Provider number (ATP#) 41. Important note for MT operators: Upon completion of any AWWA program, you must complete the MT CEC Report Form and email it to EducationServices@awwa.org. AWWA staff will then sign and forward to the Montana DEQ.
In addition to the ATP, AWWA has specifically applied for and received approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
In-Person Events
Nebraska
AWWA has applied for and received Department of Environment & Energy approval for the programs listed. The State reminds operators to submit their AWWA certificates of completion to NDEE.
In-Person Events
Nevada
AWWA has applied for and received Nevada DEP approval for the programs listed. For additional AWWA programs, operators may submit their certificate of completion along with program agenda to DEP for review.
eLearning Courses
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262
- Additional AWWA self-paced eLearning Courses for Water Ops: AWWA is on NVDEP’s online Excel list of On-Demand Course approved providers: “To receive credit attendees must receive a signed certificate from the program with the course title, name of instructor, attendee’s name, date and location of the course, and number of hours approved and attended.”
New Hampshire
AWWA has applied for and received NH DES approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261
- Membrane Processes – EL229
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262
In-Person Events
New Jersey
Per the NJDEP, “the New Jersey section of AWWA is an approved provider for continuing education courses in NJ and given this pre-approved status, national training events for AWWA are also approved for continuing education credits for NJ licensed operators.”
Operators should submit their Certificates of Completion along with their renewal application.
eLearning Courses
AWWA self-paced eLearning courses have been granted blanket approval for TCHs by the NJ DEP. Operators should submit their AWWA Certificates of Completion along with their renewal application to DEP.
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25)
- Per the NJDEP, “the New Jersey section of AWWA is an approved provider for continuing education courses in NJ and given this pre-approved status, national training events for AWWA are also approved for continuing education credits for NJ licensed operators.”
New Mexico
AWWA has applied for and received NM Drinking Water Bureau approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285
- Disinfection Basics – EL320
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261
- Membrane Processes – EL229
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262
In-Person Events
New York
AWWA self-paced eLearning courses have been granted blanket approval by NYDOH. Per the State, no ATC# is required for eLearning.
Additionally, the in-person events listed have been pre-approved and assigned state ATC numbers.
eLearning Courses
Per NY DOH: “For AWWA courses, all that is required is that the course completion certificate be included in the operators renewal application for us to accept. We do not require ATC numbers for AWWA courses as we accept them.”
In-person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – DOH ATC #20-10326-23648
- 2025 AWWA Partnership for Safe Water Summit – DOH ATC #20-20251018
- 2025 AWWA North American Water Loss Conference (NAWL) – DOH ATC #20-20251017
North Carolina
AWWA has applied for and received NC DEQ approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
In-Person Courses
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25)
- 2025 AWWA Partnership for Safe Water Summit
- 2025 AWWA North American Water Loss Conference (NAWL)
Note: NC DEQ does not assign Course ID#’s for multi-session conferences. Instead, operators should simply send their AWWA Certificate(s) of Completion to DEQ.
North Dakota
AWWA has applied for and received ND DEQ approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
Per North Dakota DEQ, an operator should contact either DEQ or AWWA Education Services if they are interested in an AWWA program. ND DEQ prefers to evaluate programs on an as-requested basis.
Feel free to reach out!
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – Maximum 12 CECs.
Note: North Dakota limits CEC to 12, for any single program.
Ohio
The Ohio EPA will review and approve AWWA programming on a post-event or post-completion basis. Ohio operators should submit their AWWA Certificates of Completion to OHEPA within 30 days of program completion.
eLearning Courses
Per the Oklahoma DEQ, “Oklahoma operators are more than welcome to submit their certificate of completion for consideration for training credit on any AWWA courses. This has proven to be the most reliable method for self-paced, continuous enrollment classes”.
Please contact the Oklahoma DEQ with questions.
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – OK DEP Class ID# 20861
Ontario
AWWA has applied for and received OWWCO approval for the programs listed.
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – OWWCO Course Code: AMER 5184, Course ID: 17656
Oregon
AWWA has applied for and received OESAC approval for the programs listed.
Oregon operators may used the OESAC ID#s provided for each program when completing their OESAC Operator CEU Self-Certification Form at renewal time.
eLearning Courses
- Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL312 OESACID# 6331
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 OESACID# 6356
- Assessing Non-Revenue Water with the AWWA Water Audit Method – EL311 OESACID# 6330
- Contaminants of Concern: PFAS – EL306 OESACID# 6328
- Controlling Non-Revenue Water in Drinking Water Utilities Certificate Program – EL316
- Corrosion Control Theory & Treatment Certificate Program – EL289
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 OESACID# 6355
- Customer Metering and Billing Operations for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL314 OESACID# 6333
- Disinfection Basics – EL320 OESACID# 7525
- Effective Leakage and Pressure Management – EL313 OESACID# 6332
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321 OESACID# 7526
- Performing a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL287 – OESACID# 6357
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 OESACID# 6334
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261 OESACID# 6329
- Sustaining the Non-Revenue Water Management Program – EL315 OESACID# 6335
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – OESACID# 6443
- 2025 AWWA Water Quality Technology Conference & Exposition (WQTC) – OESACID# 7524
Pennsylvania
AWWA has applied for and received PA-DEP approval for the programs listed.
Important note for PA operators: you must email AWWA Education Services within 15 days of completing any AWWA program. Upon receiving your request, AWWA staff will then enter your completion data into the Pennsylvania Earthwise system.
eLearning Courses
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321 – PA DEP Course # 9775
In-Person Events
Note: Pennsylvania DEP awards 1.0 PA CH for every 1/2 day spent in conference or seminar session.
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – PA DEP Course ID Numbers 10877 thru 10883
Pending state’s response:
- 2025 AWWA North American Water Loss Conference – PA DEP Course # pending
- 2025 AWWA Partnership for Safe Water Summit PA DEP Course # pending
Rhode Island
AWWA has applied for and received RIDOH approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211
- Membrane Processes – EL229
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261
Note: per the RIDOH website’s ‘Find Approved Training Courses’, it does indicate “Entire Course Catalog” approved for AWWA. Please check with the State for clarification if needed.
In-Person Events
Note: per the RIDOH website’s ‘Find Approved Training Courses’, it does indicate “Entire Course Catalog” approved for AWWA. Please check with the State for clarification if needed.
South Carolina
The State of South Carolina Environmental Certification Board does not pre-approve continuing education courses. South Carolina operators should keep records of all courses attended. A CE Reporting Form along with information regarding acceptable course criteria can be found on the State website below. Please contact the State with any questions.
South Dakota
Per the SDDANR, South Dakota operators may take any AWWA education program that is relevant to their license. The operator must submit an AWWA Certificate of Completion showing first & last name, course title, date completed, and number of contact hours to be accepted for continuing education credit.
Tennessee
AWWA has applied for and received Tennessee Operator Certification Program approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL312 TN Activity Number R25396
- Assessing Non-Revenue Water with the AWWA Water Audit Method – EL311 – TN Activity Number R25395
- Controlling Non-Revenue Water in Drinking Water Utilities Certificate Program – EL316
- Customer Metering and Billing Operations for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL314 – TN Activity Number R25393
- Disinfection Basics – EL320 – TN Activity Number R25346
- Effective Leakage and Pressure Management – EL313 – TN Activity Number R25394
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321 – TN Activity Number R25347
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 TN Activity Number R22303
- Sustaining the Non-Revenue Water Management Program – EL315 – TN Activity Number R25399
In addition, AWWA is listed on the TN website as a ‘State Approved External Providers’. Additional courses can be approved – please contact us at EducationServices@awwa.org if you are interested in a course not listed above.
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – (Max 12 hours, TN Activity #25141)
- 2025 AWWA North American Water Loss Conference – (Max 11 hours, TN Activity #26036)
- 2025 AWWA Partnership for Safe Water Summit – (Max 12 hours, TN Activity #26035)
Texas
Texas operators will only receive credit for taking pre-approved programs. Be sure to check for TCEQ pre-approval!
AWWA has applied for and received pre-approval for the programs listed.
Note: TX operators must email AWWA upon completing an AWWA program. Include name, TCEQ license number, and the title of the program(s). Hours will not be applied in STEERS if this step is not completed within 30 days.
eLearning Courses
Very important note for Texas operators: You must email EducationServices@awwa.org whenever you complete an AWWA course. Include your name, your TCEQ license number, and the exact title of the program(s) you have completed. Your hours will not be applied in STEERS if you do not take this step within 30 days of completion.
- Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL312 – 1 hour – TCEQ Course Code 1642
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – 4 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1647
- Assessing Non-Revenue Water with the AWWA Water Audit Method – EL311 – 2 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1641
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – 2 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1634
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228 – 2 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1653
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 – 2 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1646
- Customer Metering and Billing Operations for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL314 – 2 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1643
- Effective Leakage and Pressure Management – EL313 – 2 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1649
- Emergency Planning – EL263 – 2 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1562
- Facilitating Compliance with America’s Water Infrastructure Act of 2018 – EL260 – 1 hour – TCEQ Course Code 1632
- Fire Hydrant Basics for Pressurized Water Systems – EL208 – 1 hour – TCEQ Course Code 1651
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211 – 2 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1635
- Performing a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL287 – 3 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1648
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – 4 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1631
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209 – 2 hours – TCEQ Course Code 1650
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261 – 1 hour – TCEQ Course Code 1633
- Sustaining the Non-Revenue Water Management Program – EL315 – 1 hour – TCEQ Course Code 1644
In-Person Events
Very important note for Texas operators: You must email EducationServices@awwa.org after attending an AWWA event. Include your name, your TCEQ license number, and the exact title of the program(s) you have completed. Your hours will not be applied in STEERS if you do not take this step within 45 days after the event.
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – Approved with exceptions. See important TCEQ details for ACE25.
Utah
AWWA has applied for and received Utah DEQ pre-approval for the programs listed.
For AWWA programs not listed, operators can complete the state’s Individual CEU Application and attach course documentation in order to receive CEU credit.
eLearning Courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – 4 hours
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – 2 hours
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 – 2 hours
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211 – 2 hours
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – 4 hours
For AWWA programs not listed, operators can complete the state’s Individual CEU Application and attach course documentation in order to receive CEU credit.
In-Person Events
For AWWA programs not listed, operators can complete the state’s Individual CEU Application and attach course documentation in order to receive CEU credit.
Vermont
AWWA has applied for and received Vermont DEC pre-approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL312 – 1 hour
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – 4 hours
- Assessing Non-Revenue Water with the AWWA Water Audit Method – EL311 – 2 hours
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – 2 hours
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228
- Contaminants of Concern: PFAS – EL306
- Controlling Non-Revenue Water in Drinking Water Utilities Certificate Program – EL316
- Corrosion Control Theory & Treatment Certificate Program – EL289
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285
- Customer Metering and Billing Operations for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL314
- Disinfection Basics – EL320
- Effective Leakage and Pressure Management – EL313
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321
- Membrane Processes – EL229
- Performing a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL287
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261
- Sustaining the Non-Revenue Water Management Program – EL315
In-Person Events
Virginia
The State of Virginia does not review or pre-approve any programs. VA water operator licensees can take any training within the acceptable subject areas. A list of acceptable CPE subject matter is available on the Virginia law website.
Washington
Washington State will only approve trainings of 3 hours or greater. In addition, Washington will only pre-approve in-person events that take place in-state. Out-of-state events can be approved after completion: operators should complete the form available at the state’s Green River website below.
AWWA has applied for and received Washington DOH/Green River pre-approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – 4 hours
Note: WADOH will only approve eLearning courses of 3 hours or longer. Self-paced training not found on the state’s Approved Self-Paced Study Course List will not be accepted towards the Waterworks professional growth requirement.
Please email EducationServices@awwa.org if you are interested in a course not listed above. We will investigate feasibility with Green River/WADOH.
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Water Quality Technology Conference & Exposition (WQTC) – held in Tacoma, WA
Note: WADOH will only pre-approve in-state events. Operators that attend out-of-state AWWA events should instead complete the State’s Waterworks Self-Paced Training Submittal Form to be awarded CEUs.
West Virginia
AWWA has applied for and received West Virginia DHHR pre-approval for the programs listed.
eLearning Courses
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – 4 hours – WV CEH2022-008
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – 2 hours – WV CEH2022-044
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228 – 2 hours – WV CEH2022-046
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 – 2 hours – WV CEH2022-007
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211 – 2 hours – WV CEH2022-043
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209 – 2 hours – WV WW2022-043
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261 – 1 hour – WV CEH2022-050 & WW2022-054
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – WV CEH2025-070 water / WW2025-067 wastewater
Wisconsin
Per the DNR, Wisconsin water operators should simply submit their AWWA Certificate of Completion along with the WI-DNR Operator Training Report form (4400-190), which is found on the DNR’s Training page under the For Operators tab.
eLearning Courses
Wisconsin DNR will accept AWWA eLearning courses for CECs. Per the DNR, Wisconsin water operators should simply submit their AWWA Certificate of Completion along with the WI-DNR Operator Training Report form (4400-190), which is found on the DNR’s Training page under the ‘For Operators’ tab.
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – WI Training Approval ID #bhgd-97gh
Note: If you attend an AWWA event and would like AWWA to submit hours to Wisconsin DNR on your behalf, please email EducationServices@awwa.org. Include your name, your operator ID number, title of program or event, and number of hours earned.
Wyoming
AWWA has applied for and received Wyoming DEQ pre-approval for the programs listed.
For specific information on Wyoming’s Subject Areas (water, ww, distribution, collection), visit the state’s detailed list of approved training on the DEQ webpage below.
eLearning Courses
- Accurate Metering of Water Production Flows – EL312 – 1 hour
- Assessing Need for a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL286 – 4 hours
- Assessing Non-Revenue Water with the AWWA Water Audit Method – EL311 – 2 hours
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control – EL227 – 2 hours
- Basic Math and Chemistry – EL228 – 2 hours
- Contaminants of Concern: PFAS – EL306
- Controlling Non-Revenue Water in Drinking Water Utilities Certificate Program – EL316
- Corrosion Control Theory & Treatment Certificate Program – EL289
- Corrosion Control Theory and Treatment Options – EL285 – 2 hours
- Customer Metering and Billing Operations for Optimized Revenue Capture – EL314 – 2 hours
- Cybersecurity in the Water Sector – EL264
- Disinfection Basics – EL320
- Effective Leakage and Pressure Management – EL313 – 2 hours
- Emergency Planning – EL263 – 2 hours
- Facilitating Compliance with America’s Water Infrastructure Act of 2018 – EL260 – 1 hour
- Fire Hydrant Basics for Pressurized Water Systems – EL208 – 1 hour
- Flushing, Disinfection & Bacteriological Tests – EL211 – 2 hours
- Management of Low Pressure in Distribution Systems – EL321
- Membrane Processes – EL229
- Performing a Corrosion Control Evaluation – EL287 – 3 hours
- Risk and Resilience for Water and Wastewater Systems – EL262 – 4 hours
- Sanitary Sewer Components Gravity Sewer Collection Piping Systems and Appurtenances – EL209 – 2 hours
- Security Practices for Operations and Management – EL261 – 1 hour
- Stormwater Best Practices for Rural Communities – EL309
- Sustaining the Non-Revenue Water Management Program – EL315 – 1 hour
- Utility Risk and Resilience Certificate Program – EL265
In-Person Events
- 2025 AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25) – WY Course #2025.0064
Disclaimer and FAQ’s
Important Disclaimer!
Remember: All approvals are at the discretion of your licensing agency, and every state and province is different.
While AWWA has taken great strides to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this page, your agency has the final say in the issuance of continuing education hours. AWWA always recommends that individuals check with their agency prior to registering to uncover the rules and requirements for their unique situation. Acceptance will vary with each state, each profession, and every agency.
Additional Progam Approvals
Are you interested in an AWWA program not listed above? Let’s talk!
Your state may not require explicit pre-approval, or we may be able to submit an application upon your request. Please email us at EducationServices@awwa.org and we will be happy to explore this with you.
When emailing, please include the state or province that you are licensed in, and the title(s) of the AWWA programs you are interested in.
How to Access Certificates of Completion
Downloading Your Certificates of Completion
- Visit www.awwa.org*
- Click My Account in upper right corner to login (reset password tutorial, if needed)
- In My Account, select ‘My Transcripts and Certificates‘ from left-hand menu
- Click ‘Go to Transcripts & Certificates of Completion’
- Click ‘Download‘ next to each program
*eLearning and webinar certificates are available same-day. Please allow 45 days for in-person events.
Important disclaimer: Every state is different. An AWWA Certificate of Completion does not guarantee that your state licensing agency will award you credit. You must check with your agency prior to registering to uncover the rules and requirements for your unique situation. Acceptance will vary with each state, each profession, and every agency.
Visit awwa.org/credits for more details.
I am not an Operator
Are you an engineer or other non-operator professional?
Great news! Most engineering licensing agencies will accept AWWA Certificates of Completion for PE renewal Professional Development Hours (PDHs).
Pre-approval is not required for most PE PDHs.
New York State (New York State Education Department (“SED”)) is one exception – if you are an engineer licensed by NYSED, please contact them to inquire.
When in doubt, AWWA always recommends that individuals check with their agency prior to registering to uncover the rules and requirements for their unique situation. Acceptance will vary with each state, each profession, and every agency.
Converting Hours
Calculate or Convert Hours
As you can see in the lists above, states and provinces use all sorts of abbreviation and nomenclature to address continuing education for water industry professionals. The unit will vary for each state, each profession, and every agency. Please become familiar with your own unique situation. Here are some of the most common ways to represent one hour:
1 PDH – Professional Development Hour
0.1 CEU – Continuing Education Unit*
1 CEH – Continuing Education Hour
1 CEC – Continuing Education Credit
1 CH – Contact Hour
0.1 TU – Training Unit
1 TCH – Training Contact Hour
1 TC – Training Credit
1 TH – Training Hour
*AWWA Certificates of Completion will download in CEU, along with a conversion to hours noted. Your agency should be familiar with this concept and can convert to any necessary metric.
