Which states require continuing education for water & wastewater operators?

47 states currently require water & wastewater operators to complete continuing education to renew: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

How many CE hours do water & wastewater operators need?

It depends on the state — from 4 to 36 hours per renewal cycle. Each state page lists the exact hours, the renewal cycle and any required topics.

Can water & wastewater operators complete continuing education online?

Yes. Every TradesCE course is 100% online and self-paced, built to the state board's published hours and topics, with a certificate issued the moment you finish.

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Water & Wastewater Operator Continuing Education by State

Online continuing education for water & wastewater operators. 47 states require CE to renew (4–36 hours per cycle). Find your state's exact hours, required topics, renewal deadline and available courses.

Water & Wastewater Operators CE requirements in every state

Hours and renewal cycles come from each state board’s published rule. Open your state for required topics, license classes, deadlines and the approved courses.

States with no CE requirement for water & wastewater operators right now

Water & Wastewater Operators continuing education FAQ

Which states require continuing education for water & wastewater operators?: 47 states currently require water & wastewater operators to complete continuing education to renew: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
How many CE hours do water & wastewater operators need?: It depends on the state — from 4 to 36 hours per renewal cycle. Each state page lists the exact hours, the renewal cycle and any required topics.
Can water & wastewater operators complete continuing education online?: Yes. Every TradesCE course is 100% online and self-paced, built to the state board's published hours and topics, with a certificate issued the moment you finish.