NAWT Education & Certification
BUILDING A MORE PROFESSIONAL
ONSITE WASTEWATER WORKFORCE.
NAWT provides education, training, certification, and
continuing professional development for people working
throughout the onsite wastewater treatment industry.
Whether you are entering the field, expanding your skills,
or maintaining an existing certification, NAWT provides
a pathway to keep moving forward.
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NAWT Professional Training
Training designed around professional competency.
Certification
Successful completion of applicable NAWT training
and certification requirements can lead to
certification in the corresponding subject area.
National Registry
Certified professionals are listed in NAWT's
National Registry of NAWT Certified Professionals.
Continuing Education
NAWT certifications require approved continuing
education to remain current.
Two-Year Renewal Cycle
Certifications are renewed every two years with
approved continuing education units.
Find Your Training Path
START WHERE YOU ARE.
KEEP MOVING FORWARD.
NAWT supports professionals at every stage of the
education and certification cycle—from first-time
training and certification through continuing education,
renewal, and becoming an instructor or local training host.
01 / GET CERTIFIED
Build Your Professional Credentials
Explore NAWT training and certification programs
designed for professionals across the onsite
wastewater treatment industry.
Review available NAWT training courses
Complete applicable training requirements
Pursue certification in your subject area
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02 / FIND TRAINING
Find an Upcoming Course
Browse scheduled NAWT training and other education
opportunities available through NAWT and its
training partners.
NAWT training schedule
Webinars and NAWT CEU courses
State conferences and other opportunities
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03 / MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION
Earn CEUs & Renew
Keep your NAWT certification current through
approved continuing education and the certificate
renewal process.
Find CEU opportunities
Submit outside training for approval
Submit your certificate renewal application
Maintain Your Certification →
04 / TEACH & HOST
Bring NAWT Training to Your Area
Help expand access to professional education by
becoming a NAWT Certified Trainer or creating a
training program in your area.
Become a NAWT Certified Trainer
Create a local training program
Support regional professional development
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Need continuing education outside a NAWT course?
NAWT recognizes continuing education can come from
multiple sources. Outside training may be submitted
for approval, and the site also maintains state
conference and other training-opportunity resources.
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NAWT Certification Programs
TRAIN FOR THE WORK.
BUILD PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS.
NAWT offers professional training across core areas of
onsite wastewater practice. Courses are designed around
the terminology, standards, technologies, applications,
and competencies associated with the subject area being
studied.
01
Inspection
OWTS Inspection Standards
Professional training focused on inspection standards
and the knowledge required to evaluate onsite
wastewater treatment systems.
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02
Installation
Installer I
Foundational installer training for professionals
developing their knowledge of onsite wastewater
system installation practices.
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03
Installation
Installer II
The next level in NAWT's installer training pathway,
extending professional development beyond the
Installer I program.
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04
Operations & Maintenance
Operations & Maintenance I
Entry-level professional development in the
operation and maintenance of onsite wastewater
treatment systems.
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05
Operations & Maintenance
Operations & Maintenance II
Continued professional development for practitioners
advancing beyond the first level of NAWT operations
and maintenance training.
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06
Vacuum Truck Operations
Vacuum Truck Technician Training
Training for owners and operators of vacuum trucks
used to service septic tanks, aerobic treatment units,
holding tanks, and grease traps. The program is useful
for new personnel as well as experienced operators
seeking a refresher.
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07
System Design
Introduction to Principles of OWTS Design
An introductory training pathway centered on the
principles used in onsite wastewater treatment
system design and professional design practice.
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Training is only one part of the certification process.
NAWT states that certification courses include a
comprehensive study of the subject matter. Participants
may also need to demonstrate field competency, and a
course examination is required to receive final
certification. Current certifications require approved
continuing education and renewal every two years.
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How NAWT Certification Works
FROM TRAINING
TO PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION.
NAWT certification is built around structured subject-matter
training, demonstrated knowledge, and ongoing professional
development. The exact requirements depend on the program,
but the overall pathway follows a consistent process.
01
Choose a Program
Select the Training That Fits Your Work
Start with the NAWT course that matches your role,
responsibilities, and the subject area in which you
want to build professional competency.
02
Complete the Training
Study the Core Subject Matter
NAWT courses provide comprehensive study of the
certification subject and cover basic terminology,
industry standards, currently used technologies,
and applications.
03
Demonstrate Competency
Meet Applicable Field Requirements
Depending on the certification, participants may
also be required to demonstrate a degree of
competency in the field before qualifying for
certification.
04
Pass the Exam
Demonstrate Knowledge of the Course Material
Participants must complete the required examination
covering the material presented in the course to
receive final certification.
05
Earn Certification
Join the National Registry
After successful completion of the applicable
training and certification requirements, you
receive certification in the corresponding subject
area and are listed in the NAWT National Registry
of NAWT Certified Professionals.
06
Maintain Certification
Earn CEUs & Renew Every Two Years
NAWT certifications require approved Continuing
Education Units to remain valid. Certifications
must be renewed with approved continuing education
every two years.
Continuing Professional Development
Certification is an ongoing professional commitment.
NAWT recognizes continuing education from a range
of approved sources and works with training partners,
training providers, conferences, conventions, and
other organizations to support professional development.
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Upcoming Training & Events
FIND YOUR NEXT
TRAINING OPPORTUNITY.
NAWT training is delivered through association partners,
regional programs, virtual opportunities, conferences,
and other professional education events. Use the live
schedule below to see what is coming up next.
In-Person Training
Regional and state-association training opportunities.
Virtual Options
Select events may include virtual participation.
Live Schedule
Event information is pulled from NAWT's current training calendar.
Current NAWT Training Calendar
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labels or select an event for registration details.
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19 - 21
Oct
UA Soil & Site Evaluation for Onsite Wastewater Systems
Monday, Yavapai County Development Services Building - Verde Room
22 - 23
Oct
UA Advanced Soil & Site Evaluation of Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems
Thursday, Yavapai County Development Services Building - Verde Room
No event found!
Total Events: 51
Looking for additional continuing education?
NAWT also maintains online and webinar-based CEU
opportunities, annual state education conferences,
and other training resources beyond the scheduled
NAWT certification courses shown above.
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Other Training Opportunities
Continuing Education & Renewal
KEEP LEARNING.
KEEP YOUR CERTIFICATION CURRENT.
NAWT certifications require approved Continuing
Education Units to remain valid. NAWT also recognizes
that professional development can come from many sources,
including training partners, conferences, conventions,
webinars, and other approved education opportunities.
Certification Maintenance
Make continuing education part of your certification cycle.
NAWT requires certifications to be renewed with
approved continuing education every two years.
Use the resources below to find professional
development opportunities, request approval for
outside training, and complete your renewal.
01
Earn CEUs
Complete applicable approved professional
development.
02
Document Training
Keep the information needed to support
your renewal.
03
Renew Certification
Submit the NAWT certificate renewal
application.
Renewal Cycle
2
YEARS
Maintain your professional credential.
The current NAWT Education & Training page states
that each certification must be renewed with approved
continuing education units every two years.
01 / ONLINE LEARNING
Webinars & NAWT CEU Courses
Explore NAWT's dedicated resource for webinar-based
and other CEU course opportunities.
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02 / OUTSIDE TRAINING
Submit Training for Approval
Completed professional development outside NAWT?
Use the outside-training approval process to request
recognition toward your NAWT continuing education.
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03 / CONFERENCES
Annual State Education Conferences
Find state-level education and conference
opportunities that support continued professional
development in the onsite wastewater industry.
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04 / MORE OPPORTUNITIES
Other Training Opportunities
Browse additional professional education resources
and training opportunities available outside the
primary NAWT course schedule.
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Ready to renew your NAWT certification?
Once you have completed the applicable approved
continuing education for your certification cycle,
use NAWT's online certificate renewal application
to submit your renewal information.
Submit Renewal Application →
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Training Where You Need It
BRING NAWT TRAINING
TO YOUR REGION.
NAWT works with state associations and other industry
partners to expand access to professional education.
Local training can address regional needs while still
supporting consistency and quality across NAWT programs.
For Associations & Local Organizers
Create a Training Program in Your Area
NAWT works directly with state associations to help
develop training programs that respond to local needs
while maintaining national consistency and quality.
Expand professional education in your region
Address local and regional training needs
Connect local professionals with NAWT education
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For Experienced Professionals
Become a NAWT Certified Trainer
NAWT's training model includes opportunities to
develop qualified instructors who can help deliver
professional education within their own regions.
Help grow access to NAWT education
Support ongoing regional training
Strengthen the industry's instructor network
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01 / LOCAL NEEDS
Regional Relevance
NAWT's current education materials describe
collaboration with state associations to help
address training needs within their regions.
02 / NATIONAL CONSISTENCY
Consistent Quality
Customized regional programs are intended to
address local needs while maintaining national
consistency and quality.
03 / LOCAL CAPACITY
Grow Qualified Instructors
NAWT describes a train-the-trainer component that
can help state associations grow their own base of
qualified instructors for ongoing education.
Train the Trainer
Build sustainable training capacity close to home.
NAWT's current Education & Training content
specifically describes workshops with a
train-the-trainer component, giving state
associations an opportunity to build a qualified
instructor base and support ongoing education in
their region.
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Become a Certified Trainer
Education Impact
TRAINING THAT HAS REACHED
THOUSANDS OF PROFESSIONALS.
NAWT's education and certification programs have
trained professionals across several core areas of
onsite wastewater practice—from inspection and
installation to operations, maintenance, and vacuum
truck service.
Inspection Training
200K+
Inspector Technicians Trained
Inspection education represents the largest
published training figure in NAWT's current
Education & Training statistics.
11K
Installer I Technicians Trained
Foundational professional training in the
NAWT installer pathway.
11K
Installer II Technicians Trained
Continued development for professionals
advancing through NAWT installer training.
400+
Operations & Maintenance Technicians Trained
Professional development for practitioners
responsible for ongoing OWTS operation and care.
100
Vacuum Truck Technicians Trained
Training focused on professional vacuum truck
service and related sanitary waste operations.
Education is a core part of NAWT's mission.
The scale of NAWT's published training numbers
reflects decades of investment in professional
education. The goal is not simply course completion,
but a better-trained workforce equipped with stronger
technical knowledge, professional standards, and
continuing education opportunities.
Professional certification
Practical skill development
Continuing education
National training consistency
Education Resources
EVERYTHING YOU NEED
TO KEEP MOVING FORWARD.
Use NAWT's education resources to find a course,
locate upcoming training, maintain a certification,
become an instructor, bring training to your region,
or review your professional profile.
01 / PROGRAMS
NAWT Training Courses
Review the professional training and certification
programs offered through NAWT.
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02 / SCHEDULE
Training Schedule
Find upcoming NAWT education and certification
events on the current training calendar.
View Training Schedule →
03 / CONTINUING EDUCATION
Webinars & CEU Courses
Explore NAWT's webinar and continuing-education
resources for ongoing professional development.
Find CEU Opportunities →
04 / RENEWAL
Renew Your Certification
Submit the online NAWT certificate renewal
application after completing the applicable
continuing education requirements.
Start Certificate Renewal →
05 / INSTRUCTORS
Become a NAWT Certified Trainer
Explore the pathway for experienced professionals
interested in helping deliver NAWT education.
Explore Trainer Opportunities →
06 / MY NAWT
Professional Profile
Access your NAWT profile and available professional
certification information through the member system.
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Education Questions?
Connect with NAWT Education.
Questions about training, certification, renewal,
local programs, or instructor opportunities can be
directed to NAWT's Educational Coordinator.
Educational Coordinator
Kim Seipp
Email
education@nawt.org
Phone
1-800-236-NAWT (6298)
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