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How to Renew Your Georgia Water & Wastewater Operator License

Georgia water & wastewater operators must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Georgia State Board of Examiners for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Laboratory Analysts (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Georgia State Board of Examiners for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Laboratory Analysts (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
June 30, 2027
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Georgia water & wastewater operators holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Georgia State Board of Examiners for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Laboratory Analysts (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards).

When to renew

Georgia 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 June 30, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (GA Water/Wastewater Operators: expire June 30 of odd years (GAC 750-6-.02))

The continuing education Georgia requires

Georgia State Board of Examiners for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Laboratory Analysts (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • At least 50% of points in Water/Wastewater-approved courses (Class I-III, Lab Analyst, Distribution/Collection); Class IV all points in Water/Wastewater; remainder may be Management/Safety

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Georgia 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 June 30, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Georgia State Board of Examiners for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Laboratory Analysts (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including At least 50% of points in Water/Wastewater-approved courses (Class I-III, Lab Analyst, Distribution/Collection); Class IV all points in Water/Wastewater; remainder may be Management/Safety. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Georgia State Board of Examiners for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Laboratory Analysts (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards)

    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 Georgia State Board of Examiners for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Laboratory Analysts (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards)

Georgia water & wastewater operator renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Georgia water & wastewater operators need?
Georgia water & wastewater operators must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Georgia State Board of Examiners for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Laboratory Analysts (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards).
What topics are required for Georgia water & wastewater operators continuing education?
Georgia State Board of Examiners for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and Laboratory Analysts (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards) requires coverage of: At least 50% of points in Water/Wastewater-approved courses (Class I-III, Lab Analyst, Distribution/Collection); Class IV all points in Water/Wastewater; remainder may be Management/Safety.
Can Georgia water & wastewater operators complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Georgia requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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