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How to Renew Your New Jersey Water & Wastewater Operator License

New Jersey water & wastewater operators must complete 36 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as required by New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - Water Supply & Wastewater System Operator Licensing (Advisory Committee on Water Supply and Wastewater Licensed Operator Training).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - Water Supply & Wastewater System Operator Licensing (Advisory Committee on Water Supply and Wastewater Licensed Operator Training) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
36 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Next deadline
October 1, 2026
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers New Jersey water & wastewater operators holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - Water Supply & Wastewater System Operator Licensing (Advisory Committee on Water Supply and Wastewater Licensed Operator Training).

When to renew

New Jersey water & wastewater operators licenses renew every 3 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is October 1, 2026. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (NJ Water/Wastewater Operators: valid until Oct 1; renewal due by Sept 30 annually (N.J.A.C. 7:10A-1.9))

The continuing education New Jersey requires

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - Water Supply & Wastewater System Operator Licensing (Advisory Committee on Water Supply and Wastewater Licensed Operator Training) requires 36 hours of approved continuing education every 3 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Credits are categorized Technical or Safety and Water, Wastewater or Water/Wastewater; each course must be at least 1 hour

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    New Jersey 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 October 1, 2026.

  2. 2

    Complete 36 hours of board-approved continuing education

    New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - Water Supply & Wastewater System Operator Licensing (Advisory Committee on Water Supply and Wastewater Licensed Operator Training) requires 36 hours every 3 years, including Credits are categorized Technical or Safety and Water, Wastewater or Water/Wastewater; each course must be at least 1 hour. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - Water Supply & Wastewater System Operator Licensing (Advisory Committee on Water Supply and Wastewater Licensed Operator Training)

    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 New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - Water Supply & Wastewater System Operator Licensing (Advisory Committee on Water Supply and Wastewater Licensed Operator Training)

New Jersey water & wastewater operator renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do New Jersey water & wastewater operators need?
New Jersey water & wastewater operators must complete 36 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - Water Supply & Wastewater System Operator Licensing (Advisory Committee on Water Supply and Wastewater Licensed Operator Training).
What topics are required for New Jersey water & wastewater operators continuing education?
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - Water Supply & Wastewater System Operator Licensing (Advisory Committee on Water Supply and Wastewater Licensed Operator Training) requires coverage of: Credits are categorized Technical or Safety and Water, Wastewater or Water/Wastewater; each course must be at least 1 hour.
Can New Jersey water & wastewater operators complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the New Jersey requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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