Where you can use these classes
Notes on states where operators keep or submit their own proof of training for certificate renewal, and the class does not need state pre-approval.
In the states below, the state does not pre-approve courses. You keep or submit your certificate of completion, and your certifying authority decides whether the hours count. Always confirm with your state before you count class hours toward a renewal.
| State | Operators | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Wastewater and drinking water | Alabama (ADEM) does not pre-approve continuing education courses. Operators choose training relevant to their certificate and submit proof with renewal. Each course ends with a graded test and certificate of completion. Confirm with ADEM. |
| Arizona | Wastewater and drinking water | Arizona does not pre-approve courses. Your certificate provides written verification of PDHs under A.A.C. R18-5-107. ADEQ decides what counts. Confirm with ADEQ. |
| California | Drinking water only | California drinking water operators may submit relevant online courses as renewal contact hours. The State Water Board decides acceptance. Confirm with the Board. |
| Idaho | Wastewater and drinking water | Idaho does not pre-approve continuing education. Courses must be germane to your license (Drinking Water or Wastewater), and online courses are acceptable. Keep your certificate and confirm with DOPL. |
| South Carolina | Wastewater and drinking water | South Carolina (LLR) does not pre-approve continuing education. Each course includes an outline, instructor contact, and certificate of completion. Keep your records in case of audit, and confirm with LLR. |
| Virginia | Wastewater and drinking water | Virginia's Board does not approve continuing education courses. CPE must cover topics on the Board exam for your license. Keep your certificate and confirm with DPOR. |
If you plan to submit hours in one of these states, buy the class at the single-class price or use the All-Access Pass. Your certificate then lists the class hours.
Operators in Canada
These provinces let operators count training hours without a course approval from us. Our classes are not approved by any Canadian authority. Please confirm with your certifying authority before you count class hours.
| Province | How our classes may be used |
|---|---|
| Ontario, wastewater | May count toward the yearly operator training hours that the plant owner must provide. Your employer decides which training counts. |
| Ontario, drinking water | May count toward the on-the-job practical training hours, with your supervisor's sign-off. It does not count as formal continuing education. |
| Saskatchewan | Continuing education units are rated by the course provider, and the board may audit them at renewal. Confirm with the board before you count a class. |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | No CEU requirement. Classes may count toward the yearly training hours for your permit. |
| New Brunswick | No CEU requirement. Classes may count as training hours. |
Operators in other states
Most other states review courses ahead of time, and our classes have not been through that review unless the class page shows a state approval number. You can still take any class to learn. If you do not need continuing education credit, the Certificate Only option costs 20 percent less: the same online course, manual and final quiz, with 90 days of access, and a certificate that reads “Certificate of Completion. Not submitted for continuing education credit.” See all classes and prices and our terms.
CEU approval status varies by state. Check with your state certification office before you count class hours toward a renewal.
Questions about a course? Contact help@ActivatedSludge.com.