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Education & Training

Training Schedule

View the latest NAWT training schedule for wastewater professionals. Find upcoming courses, conferences, and webinars for certification and education.

Upcoming Training

Training Schedule

Browse upcoming training, conferences, and wastewater education opportunities listed by NAWT. Use the available location filters to narrow the live schedule.

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NAWT Training Impact

Training Across the Industry

A snapshot of the training figures currently reported by NAWT across inspection, installation, design, operations and maintenance, and vacuum truck programs.

200k+
Inspector Technicians Trained
11k
Installer I Technicians Trained
89%
Designers Trained
400+
Operations & Maintenance Technicians Trained
100
Vac Truck Technicians Trained
11k
Installer II Technicians Trained
Online Training

Training You Can Take Online

NAWT currently offers online training options for vacuum truck technicians and DOT CDL pre- and post-trip inspection.

6 CEU Credit Hours

Vacuum Truck Technician Training

This course is designed for owners and operators of vacuum trucks used to clean septic tanks, aerobic treatment units, holding tanks, or grease traps. It provides a solid foundation for those newer to the work while also serving as a practical refresher for experienced operators.

Online course
6 CEU credit hours
Vacuum truck operations focus
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1 CEU Credit Hour

NAWT DOT CDL Pre and Post Trip Inspection

Participants can register for the online NAWT DOT CDL Pre and Post Trip Inspection course presented by instructor Fred Yuhasz.

Instructor
Fred Yuhasz
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Teach or Host NAWT Training

NAWT provides pathways for qualified individuals to become trainers and for state groups to bring education courses to their area.

Train the Trainer Workshops

Become a NAWT Trainer

These workshops are intended to train individuals to teach the “Certificate of Completion” program. Individuals interested in becoming NAWT trainers are requested to prepare a letter of request to the Educational Coordinator.

Your request should address:
01
The reasons for participation in the program and your future role in training sessions.
02
A current Inspector Certificate of Completion, having completed the existing course work.
03
College degree or advanced equivalent courses.
04
Public speaking experience, degree, or certificate.
05
Industry affiliation of at least five years.
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In lieu of the requirements above, equivalent experience and the ability to train may be demonstrated to the NAWT Education Committee.
Submit letters of request
education@nawt.org
For training-date availability, contact the NAWT office at 1-800-236-NAWT (6298).
Email Education Coordinator
Bring NAWT Training to Your State

Host an Education Course

State groups desiring to host an education course should contact the NAWT office. The current hosting criteria include the following:

Ability to obtain a minimum group of 20–40 participants.
A reasonably priced meeting room where participants can sit schoolroom style, such as a government training room, community center, or educational institution.
Discounted lodging for participants with restaurants nearby.
Less than a four-hour driving distance to the location.
Additional mailing lists that can be used in marketing the course.
Interested in hosting?
info@nawt.org
NAWT Office: 1-800-236-NAWT (6298)
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Training Questions

Common Training Questions

Answers to common questions currently included with NAWT training information.

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Why should I attend?

You will have the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of septic inspections from experienced professionals.

What if I haven’t been in a classroom for years?
What if I can’t afford to take 2 days away from my business?