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Alabama Water Operator Continuing Education

AYPO Tech provides high-quality continuing education for water operators in the state of Alabama. Licensed Alabama Water Operators are required to complete their CE hours within the three year period prior to their license expiring: that's where we come in!

This education will not only fulfill the requirements you need to continue to be licensed by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) or Albama Onsite Wastewater Board, but it also gives you high quality training to be successful in your profession. Once you finish your course, you will have an official certificate of completion available to print or save for your records.

Wastewater

$99 TOP SELLER

10-Hour Package for Onsite Wastewater Operators

clock hour icon 10h course

Save with our 10 Hour Package for Onsite Wastewater Operators. This package includes the following courses:

  • Wastewater Treatment Processes
  • Maintaining Wastewater Equipment

This package is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$69

AL Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)

clock hour icon 6h course

This course equips electricians and other workers exposed to electrical hazards with knowledge needed to apply safety requirements from the NFPA 70E. We start by detailing the arrangement, scope, and purpose of the document, as well as define common terms. Then, we discuss securing an electrically safe work condition, lockout/tagout, energized work, grounding electrical equipment, arc flash and more. In summary, we clarify NFPA 70E safety practices used in the electrical industry. This course has no prerequisites.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$59

AL Introduction to Water Technology

clock hour icon 5h course

This course introduces operators to the hydrologic cycle and its effects on the structure and functions of water and wastewater systems. From there, we discuss water collection, treatment, and distribution, as well as the physical, chemical, and biological properties of water.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$59

AL Wastewater Treatment Processes

clock hour icon 5h course

This course provides an overview of wastewater treatment, including the physical separation of solids, chemical treatment processes, biological processes, and solids treatment and disposal.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$59

AL Maintaining Wastewater Equipment

clock hour icon 5h course

This course provides details on a variety of wastewater equipment, including pumping stations, screening equipment, grinding equipment, grit removal systems, sludge and scum collection apparatus, and flow measurement devices. For each piece of equipment, we will cover major parts, start-up, operation, shutdown, maintenance, and safety.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$59

AL Piping Systems: Part 1

clock hour icon 5h course

This course introduces operators to piping systems and familiarizes them with the larger components that make piping systems function, including metallic and nonmetallic piping, tubing, and hoses.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$59

AL Piping Systems: Part 2

clock hour icon 5h course

This course dives further into piping systems by discussing the smaller components that make piping systems function, including fittings, common and special valves, strainers, filters, traps, and accessories. Preventative and repair maintenance for these components are also discussed.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$59

AL Pumps: Part 1

clock hour icon 5h course

This course introduces operators to pumping systems, hydraulics, basic pumping terminology, and pump curves. We will also look at a number of pump types, including end-suction centrifugal pumps, propeller pumps, turbine pumps, and rotary pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$59

AL Pumps: Part 2

clock hour icon 5h course

This course continues looking at additional pump types, including reciprocating pumps, metering pumps, and special purpose pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation. We also discuss sealing devices, including packing and mechanical seals, bearings, lubrication, and installation.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$59

6-Hour Package for Onsite Wastewater Operators

clock hour icon 6h course

Save with our 6 Hour Package for Onsite Wastewater Operators. This package includes the following courses:

  • Wastewater Treatment Processes
  • Fluid Mechanics

This package is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$19

AL Fluid Mechanics

clock hour icon 1h course

This course explains how fluids behave, especially under pressure and in motion. This lesson is divided into two major parts. The first concerns fluids at rest and describes the properties fluids have when they are standing still. The second half treats the subject of fluids in motion.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$10

AL Pipelines

clock hour icon 1h course

In our Pipelines course, students will discover the many important factors of operating, installing or maintaining a water distribution pipeline system.

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

$10

AL Pumps and Motors

clock hour icon 1h course

Pumps and Motors is a course that details the types, components of and the proper maintenance steps for water pumps and the motors that drive them

This course is for ONSITE WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.

Water

$180

AL 24-Hour Package for ADEM Water Operators

clock hour icon 24h course

Save on our 24-hour package for licensees with a single water certificate:

Includes:

  • Pumps: Part 1
  • Pumps: Part 2
  • Piping Systems: Part 1
  • Piping Systems: Part 2
  • Valve Maintenance and Piping System Protection

This package is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only.

$299

AL 30-Hour Package for Multiple Certifications

clock hour icon 30h course

Save on our 30-hour package for licensees with multiple certifications.

Includes:

  • Pumps: Part 1
  • Pumps: Part 2
  • Introduction to Water Technology
  • Maintaining Wastewater Equipment
  • Wastewater Treatment Processes
  • Pipelines
  • Basic Electrical Concepts for Water Operators

This package is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only.

$69

AL Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)

clock hour icon 6h course

This course equips electricians and other workers exposed to electrical hazards with knowledge needed to apply safety requirements from the NFPA 70E. We start by detailing the arrangement, scope, and purpose of the document, as well as define common terms. Then, we discuss securing an electrically safe work condition, lockout/tagout, energized work, grounding electrical equipment, arc flash and more. In summary, we clarify NFPA 70E safety practices used in the electrical industry. This course has no prerequisites.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$59

AL Maintaining Wastewater Equipment

clock hour icon 5h course

This course provides details on a variety of wastewater equipment, including pumping stations, screening equipment, grinding equipment, grit removal systems, sludge and scum collection apparatus, and flow measurement devices. For each piece of equipment, we will cover major parts, start-up, operation, shutdown, maintenance, and safety.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$59

AL Introduction to Water Technology

clock hour icon 5h course

This course introduces operators to the hydrologic cycle and its effects on the structure and functions of water and wastewater systems. From there, we discuss water collection, treatment, and distribution, as well as the physical, chemical, and biological properties of water.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$59

AL Pumps: Part 2

clock hour icon 5h course

This course continues looking at additional pump types, including reciprocating pumps, metering pumps, and special purpose pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation. We also discuss sealing devices, including packing and mechanical seals, bearings, lubrication, and installation.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$59

AL Pumps: Part 1

clock hour icon 5h course

This course introduces operators to pumping systems, hydraulics, basic pumping terminology, and pump curves. We will also look at a number of pump types, including end-suction centrifugal pumps, propeller pumps, turbine pumps, and rotary pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$59

AL Piping Systems: Part 2

clock hour icon 5h course

This course dives further into piping systems by discussing the smaller components that make piping systems function, including fittings, common and special valves, strainers, filters, traps, and accessories. Preventative and repair maintenance for these components are also discussed.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$59

AL Piping Systems: Part 1

clock hour icon 5h course

This course introduces operators to piping systems and familiarizes them with the larger components that make piping systems function, including metallic and nonmetallic piping, tubing, and hoses.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$59

AL Wastewater Treatment Processes

clock hour icon 5h course

This course provides an overview of wastewater treatment, including the physical separation of solids, chemical treatment processes, biological processes, and solids treatment and disposal.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$49

AL Valve Maintenance and Piping System Protection

clock hour icon 4h course

Covers maintenance and operation of gate, globe, ball, plug, check, and special-purpose valves. Details actuators and various accessories. Explains valve selection based on application. Describes methods of protecting piping systems. This course has no prerequisites

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$49

AL Pump Installation and Maintenance

clock hour icon 4h course

This course introduces operators to pumping systems, hydraulics, basic pumping terminology, and pump curves. We will also look at a number of pump types, including end-suction centrifugal pumps, propeller pumps, turbine pumps, and rotary pumps. For each pump type, we’ll discuss internal parts, construction, and operation. This course has no prerequisites.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

$30

Alabama Pipelines - 3 CEH

clock hour icon 3h course

This course will fulfill 3 of your required hours for Alabama water operators.

In our Pipelines course, students will discover the many important factors of operating, installing or maintaining a water distribution pipeline system.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

4.5 23 Reviews
$30

Alabama Meters Valves and Hydrants - 3 CEH

clock hour icon 3h course

This course will fulfill 3 of your required hours for Alabama water operators.

Discover how meters, valves and hydrants play vital roles in the delivery of safe drinking water to the public.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

4.6 27 Reviews
$20

Alabama Basic Electrical Concepts for Water Operators - 2 CEH

clock hour icon 2h course

This course will fulfill 2 of your required hours for Alabama water operators.

This course is intended to provide water operators with information on basic electrical concepts they will need in their career.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

4.8 9 Reviews
$20

Alabama Membrane Processes - 2 CEH

clock hour icon 2h course

This course will fulfill 2 of your required hours for Alabama water operators.

A membrane is a sheet of natural or synthetic material that is partially permeable to substances in solution. Membranes are used in various methods of water treatment. Students who take our Membrane Processes course will learn the uses and types of membrane processes including reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, and electrodialysis reversal.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

4.6 9 Reviews
$20

Alabama Advanced Oxidation & UV Disinfection - 2 CEH

clock hour icon 2h course

This course will fulfill 2 of your required hours for Alabama water operators.

Our Advanced Oxidation and UV Disinfection course will introduce water treatment and distribution operators to the operation, uses, and types of advanced oxidation and UV processes including ozonation and ultraviolet treatment.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

4.4 10 Reviews
$19

AL Fluid Mechanics

clock hour icon 1h course

This course explains how fluids behave, especially under pressure and in motion. This lesson is divided into two major parts. The first concerns fluids at rest and describes the properties fluids have when they are standing still. The second half treats the subject of fluids in motion.

This course is approved for ADEM WATER OPERATORS only. 

What are the CE requirements for renewing an Alabama water operator certificate?

WATER

To renew your Alabama water operator certification(s) you must:

  1. Attain the required number of Continuing Education Hours (CEH) described in ADEM's Division 10 regulation:
    • Operators with one water certificate must demonstrate 24 continuing education hours (CEH) of actual training in the water field.
    • Operators with more than one certificate must obtain 15 continuing education hours (CEH) of training in the proper field for each certificate for the renewal period.
  2. Complete & send a renewal application and nonrefundable fee for certification renewal to ADEM at least thirty days prior to the expiration date of the certificate to be renewed.
  3. Once your application and renewal fee are received, your application will be processed, and if approved a renewal certificate will be issued to you.

Courses approved by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM).

 

WASTEWATER

Alabama Wastewater Operators are required to complete 6-10 continuing education hours for renewal every year, depending on license type.

The deadline is December 31st every year.

  • Basic, pumper, manufacturer or portable restroom (or any combination of the 4) = 6 hours
  • Advanced Level I Installer, pumper manufacturer or portable restroom (or any combination of the 4) = 8 hours
  • Advanced Level II Installer, pumper, manufacturer or portable restroom (or any combination of the 4) = 10 hours

 

Wastewater courses approved by the Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board.

Agency Requirements for licensure