Wastewater Operator Certification Exam Prep Courses

Alliance of Indiana Rural Water is pleased to offer exam review courses as preparation for individuals planning to take the Indiana certification exam for I-SP, Class I, II & III municipal certifications or the industrial certifications A-SO, Class B, C and D. We also offer courses specifically for operators who are sitting for the Wastewater Collections Systems exams offered through IWEA.

What To Bring: Calculator, Notebook, Pen or Pencil, and Required Books*

*Registrants are responsible for obtaining the text books through the Sacramento State Office of Water Programs (CSUS).
 

Texts for Municipal certifications: Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants, Volumes 1 & 2
Texts for Industrial certifications: Industrial Waste Treatment, Volumes 1 & 2
Texts for Collections certifications: Operation & Maintenance of Wastewater Collection Systems, Volumes 1 & 2

www.owp.csus.edu/courses/wastewater.php or call: (916) 278-6142

Upcoming Exam Reviews:

Wastewater Industrial Certification Exam Review (Hybrid) - Jeffersonville, IN

This course consists of 4 sessions.
Cost: $300 member/ $400 non-member

Tuesday, July 28, 2026
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (CDT)

Online or In-person: Jeffersonville North Wastewater Plant 423 Lewman Way Jeffersonville, IN 47130

Course Description:

This four-session course is designed to provide a comprehensive review, targeted study materials, and focused instruction for individuals preparing to take the IDEM Industrial Wastewater certification exams. Participants will revisit key concepts in industrial wastewater treatment, regulatory requirements, system operations, and process control, while gaining practical test-taking strategies to improve exam readiness. Each session builds on core subject areas to reinforce understanding and confidence, helping attendees identify knowledge gaps and strengthen critical competencies needed for successful certification.

Instructor: Rex Blanton

Class Dates:

  • Tuesday, July 28, 2026
  • Thursday, July 30, 2026
  • Tuesday, August 4, 2026
  • Thursday, August 6, 2026

Course Material Required: 

Please use the link below to review the IDEM suggested material requirements for the specific license you are working to achieve.
https://www.in.gov/idem/cleanwater/wastewater-compliance/wastewater-operator-certification-and-continuing-education/wastewater-certification-information/wastewater-operator-certification-exam-book-list/


For any questions on required course material, please email Rex Blanton at rblanton@inh2o.org

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IDEM Certification Exam Info:

Ivy Tech will offer the exam any business day throughout the year (no postmark due date for submitting applications). This is a computerized exam, and applications must still be submitted through IDEM.

Applications and further information on the Ivy Tech computerized tests can be found here:
IDEM Wastewater testing dates, applications, prep materials, and past exam results.
IAC Code for WW Experience Requirements