Training
OCWA staff are highly skilled and specialized in meeting the demands of Ontario’s water and wastewater sector. From small well systems and lagoons to large water and wastewater systems serving millions, OCWA"s operational staff are licensed and cross-trained across all levels of certification. We actively promote training for staff to advance their skills, attain additional certification and continually enhance the quality of their work.OCWA’s water and wastewater courses are open to all operators across Ontario. For more information on OCWA`s Operational Training Program, including course descriptions, please take a moment to view our training brochure. To view the calendar of upcoming training opportunities and to access the course registration form, please click here.
Please note that the cost of training is $300/day per person, which can be paid via VISA or Mastercard. Please fill out the Client Credit Card Payment Authorization and Processing form to complete the payment process.
CUSTOM TRAINING COURSES
From curriculum development to delivery of courses, OCWA`s combination of adult education professionals and experienced water operators can assist in meeting your specific training needs. If your Municipality, College, or water services company requires customized training services, please contact the Manager of Training at 905-274-6710, ext. 5250. Click here to access a list of available courses.
PROVINCIALLY-MANDATED TRAINING COURSES
In 2005/2006 the Province introduced two mandatory Ministry developed courses, Entry-Level Drinking Water Operator Course and the Mandatory Certificate Renewal Course for all Operators in Ontario. OCWA was the exclusive Trainer (under contract with the Walkerton Clean Water Centre) for the Province’s mandatory training courses, also supporting the development of improvements to the curriculum. OCWA continues to be one of the Trainers for these mandatory courses. For more information on the above listed courses,