New York Water Operator Continuing Education
Our New York water operator license continuing education online courses allow you to work at your own pace on your own time, from anywhere you’d like. Work from your desktop, laptop, tablet, or even a smartphone. Courses are available 24/7 and accepted by the state.
Drinking Water
NY 30-Hour Package for Type A and B Water Operators
Save on this 30-hour package for Type A and B Water Operators. This package includes the following approved courses:
- Introduction to Water Technology
- Pumps: Part 1
- Pumps: Part 2
- Piping Systems: Part 1
- Piping Systems: Part 2
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY 15-Hour Package for Type C and D Water Operators
Save on this 15-hour package for Type C and D Water Operators. This package includes the following approved courses:
- Introduction to Water Technology
- Pumps: Part 1
- Pumps: Part 2
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY Piping Systems: Part 1
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 DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY Introduction to Water Technology
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 DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)
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 DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY Pumps: Part 2
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 DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY Pumps: Part 1
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 DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY Piping Systems: Part 2
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 DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY Pump Installation and Maintenance
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 DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY Valve Maintenance and Piping System Protection
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 DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
NY Fluid Mechanics
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 DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
Wastewater
NY Wastewater Treatment Processes
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Water Utility Management
This course is intended to enhance the student's ability to apply enlightened and effective management techniques, prepare and implement a risk management plan; identify workplace hazards; respond to workplace injuries and illnesses, and to foster a culture of safety able to identify and mitigate hazards at water/wastewater treatment plants.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Introduction to Water Technology
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Pumps: Part 2
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Pumps: Part 1
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Piping Systems: Part 2
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Maintaining Wastewater Equipment
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Piping Systems: Part 1
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Valve Maintenance and Piping System Protection
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Pump Installation and Maintenance
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Fluid Mechanics
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Coagulation and Flocculation
Coagulation refers to the process of using chemicals that collect contaminants in water, creating larger particles that are easier to remove. Flocculation is the process of mixing these chemicals in the water to ensure higher rate of contact between coagulants and contaminates. In this course, we'll delve into the details of this fascinating water treatment process.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Corrosion Control
In our Corrosion Control course you will learn about the effects of corrosion on a water distribution system, the effects of contamination due to corrosion, and corrosion mitigation techniques.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Pipelines
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 WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
NY Pumps and Motors
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 approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
What are the continuing education requirements for New York water operators?
DRINKING WATER
New York Drinking Water Operators are required to complete 1.5 - 3 CEUs (15-30 hours) for renewal every three years, depending on license type.
License Renewal Deadline: Staggered, every three years. IA and IIA = 3.0 CEUs (30 hrs).
- IA and IIA licenses require 5 hrs from laboratory course. The remaining hours can be fulfilled by courses covering science of water, source water protection, mathematics, treatment, operation & maintenance, regulations, and safety.
- IB and IIB = 3.0 CEUs (30 hrs). The hours can be fulfilled by courses covering science of water, source water protection, mathematics, treatment, operation & maintenance, regulations, and safety.
- C = 1.5 CEUs (15 hrs). The hours can be fulfilled by courses covering science of water, source water protection, mathematics, treatment, operation & maintenance, distribution systems, regulations, and safety.
- D = 1.5 CEUs (15 hrs). The hours can be fulfilled by courses covering mathematics, operation & maintenance, distribution systems, regulations, and safety.
Your certificate can be downloaded after completing the course.
Courses approved by the Bureau of Water Supply Protection.
WASTEWATER
New York Wastewater Operators are required to complete 20 - 80 continuing education hours for renewal every five years, depending on license type.
License Renewal Deadline: Staggered, every five years.
- Grades 1 & 1A = 20 continuing education hours
- Grades 2 & 2A = 40 continuing education hours
- Grades 3 & 3A = 60 continuing education hours
- Grades 4 & 4A = 80 continuing education hours
Courses are approved by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.