Florida · Water & Wastewater Operators · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your Florida Water & Wastewater Operator License
Florida water & wastewater operators must complete 5 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program.
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program rule on September 4, 2026.
- CE hours
- 5 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- April 30, 2027
- Exam to renew
- Not required
Who has to renew
This guide covers Florida water & wastewater operators holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program.
When to renew
Florida water & wastewater operators licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is April 30, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (FL Water/Wastewater Operators: biennial, renew by Apr 30 of odd years (floridadep.gov))
The continuing education Florida requires
Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program requires 5 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The board does not mandate specific topics beyond the approved-course requirement.
How to renew, step by step
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Confirm your license class and renewal date
Florida sets water & wastewater operators requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is April 30, 2027.
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Complete 5 hours of board-approved continuing education
Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program requires 5 hours every 2 years. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the Florida water & wastewater operators course - 3
Save your certificate of completion
Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.
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Make sure your hours reach the board
In Florida, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
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Renew with Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program
Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal 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 Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program
Florida water & wastewater operator renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do Florida water & wastewater operators need?
- Florida water & wastewater operators must complete 5 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program.
- Can Florida water & wastewater operators complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Florida requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program — official board site
- Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 4, 2026
- Florida Water & Wastewater Operators continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class