KWEA / ABC Certification Requirements
Prior to taking a certification examination, an individual must meet four requirements:
- Must be currently employed by a water, wastewater, or industrial treatment facility.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Must have the required minimum number of years of experience for the class of examination desired.
- Must have acquired the minimum number of points for the class of examination desired. Points are awarded based on experience, education, and training.
| Experience Required | ||
|---|---|---|
| Class | Required Points | Required Experience |
| I | 13.0 | 1 Year |
| II | 14.0 | 1 Year |
| III | 16.0 | 2 Years |
| IV | 18.0 | 2 Years |
| Points Required | ||
|---|---|---|
| Training/Education | Credit Hours | Experience Points |
| 1 Day of Training | 6 | 0.0 |
| 2 Days of Training | 10 | 0.25 |
| KDHE Annual School (2 Days) | 10 | 0.25 |
| KDHE Annual School (3 Days) | 15 | 0.50 |
| High School Diploma or GED | 12.00 | |
| College: Each Year or 30 Credit Hours | 1.00 | |
| Operating Experience* | 1.00 | |
| Cal State University Courses / Volume | 1.00 | |
| Approved Semester-Long Courses | 54 | 1.50 |
| Approved 2-Year Water Tech Degree | 6.00 | |
| Approved Training Contact Hours | 40 | 1.00 |
| Approved In-House Training** | 5 | 0.0 |
* Must be full time on the job and involved in the daily operation.
** Only 5 hours of in-house training is accepted toward renewal.
Once the minimum requirements are met, the individual must submit an examination application form and a $70 examination fee to KWEA. For information on the dates and location of examinations, call (785) 215-2530 or view the current training calendar.
If you wish to obtain a certificate through reciprocity, you must submit a completed Request for Reciprocity form. A copy of the form can be obtained by emailing KWEA. It is particularly important that you submit a copy of your certification from the state where you are currently certified. If reciprocity is awarded by KWEA, there is a $35 fee.
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