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Delaware · Water & Wastewater Operators · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Delaware Water & Wastewater Operator License

Delaware water & wastewater operators must complete 20 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as required by DNREC Division of Water.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the DNREC Division of Water rule on September 3, 2026.

CE hours
20 hours
Renewal cycle
each renewal period
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Delaware water & wastewater operators holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by DNREC Division of Water.

When to renew

Delaware water & wastewater operators licenses renew each renewal period, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal.

The continuing education Delaware requires

DNREC Division of Water requires 20 hours of approved continuing education each renewal period. The board does not mandate specific topics beyond the approved-course requirement.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Delaware sets water & wastewater operators requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 20 hours of board-approved continuing education

    DNREC Division of Water requires 20 hours each renewal period. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Delaware water & wastewater operators course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Delaware, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with DNREC Division of Water

    Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to DNREC Division of Water

Delaware water & wastewater operator renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Delaware water & wastewater operators need?
Delaware water & wastewater operators must complete 20 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as set by DNREC Division of Water.
Can Delaware water & wastewater operators complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Delaware requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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