Ohio Water Operator Continuing Education
Water operators in the state of Ohio, we have the continuing education courses you need. The following courses deliver high-quality training that is designed not only to satisfy requirements for renewal of a license but also to give water operators the knowledge needed to be successful. Once you finish your course, we provide an official certificate of completion for your records. Learn more about our state reporting service here.
Ohio 12-Hour Package for Class 1 Operators
12h course
Save with this 12-hour package for Class 1 Operators! This package fulfills requirements and includes the following approved courses:
- Pumps Part 1
- Pumps Part 2
- Introduction to Water Technology
- Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2024)
Ohio 24-Hour Package for Class 2, 3, 4 Water Operators
24h course
Save with this 24-hour package for Class 2, 3, and 4 Water Operators! This package fulfills requirements and includes the following approved courses:
- Pumps Part 1
- Pumps Part 2
- Introduction to Water Technology
- Piping Systems Part 1
- Piping Systems Part 2
- Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2024)
- Valve Maintenance and Piping System Protection
- Pump Installation and Maintenance
OH Maintaining Wastewater Equipment
3h course
This course provides details on a variety of wastewater equipment, including pumping stations, screening equipment, grinding equipment, grit removal systems, sludge and scum collection apparatus, and flow measurement devices. For each piece of equipment, we will cover major parts, start-up, operation, shutdown, maintenance, and safety.
This course is for WASTEWATER operators ONLY.
Ohio 8-Hour Package for Class A Operators
8h course
Save with this 8-hour package for Class A Operators! This package fulfills requirements and includes the following approved courses:
- Pumps Part 1
- Pumps Part 2
- Introduction to Water Technology
OH Valve Maintenance and Piping System Protection
3h course
Covers maintenance and operation of gate, globe, ball, plug, check, and special-purpose valves. Details actuators and various accessories. Explains valve selection based on application. Describes methods of protecting piping systems. This course has no prerequisites.
Ohio 24-Hour Package for Class 2, 3, 4 Wastewater Operators
24h course
Save with this 24-hour package for Class 2, 3, and 4 Operators! This package fulfills requirements and includes the following approved courses:
- Pumps Part 1
- Pumps Part 2
- Introduction to Water Technology
- Piping Systems Part 1
- Piping Systems Part 2
- Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2024)
- Maintaining Wastewater Equipment
- Wastewater Treatment Processes
- Fluid Mechanics
This package is for WASTEWATER operators ONLY.
OH Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2024) Part 1
4h course
Take this course for a detailed introduction to the 2024 NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace publication. Lessons teach water operators in Ohio about PPE requirements, equipment troubleshooting methods, the electrical safety program, training requirements, and more.
OH Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2024) Part 2
4h course
Continue learning about the NFPA 2024 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace publication with this course. This part teaches Ohio water operators about many safety topics like fuse types, capacitor safety requirements, battery room safety, and more.
OH Pump Installation and Maintenance
3h course
This course introduces operators to pumping systems, hydraulics, basic pumping terminology, and pump curves. We will also look at a number of pump types, including end-suction centrifugal pumps, propeller pumps, turbine pumps, and rotary pumps. For each pump type, we’ll discuss internal parts, construction, and operation. This course has no prerequisites.
OH Piping Systems: Part 1
3h course
This course introduces operators to piping systems and familiarizes them with the larger components that make piping systems function, including metallic and nonmetallic piping, tubing, and hoses.
OH Piping Systems: Part 2
3h course
This course dives further into piping systems by discussing the smaller components that make piping systems function, including fittings, common and special valves, strainers, filters, traps, and accessories. Preventative and repair maintenance for these components are also discussed.
OH Introduction to Water Technology
3h course
This course introduces operators to the hydrologic cycle and its effects on the structure and functions of water and wastewater systems. From there, we discuss water collection, treatment, and distribution, as well as the physical, chemical, and biological properties of water.
OH Wastewater Treatment Processes
2.50h course
This course provides an overview of wastewater treatment, including the physical separation of solids, chemical treatment processes, biological processes, and solids treatment and disposal.
This course is for WASTEWATER operators ONLY.
OH Pumps: Part 1
2.50h course
This course introduces operators to pumping systems, hydraulics, basic pumping terminology, and pump curves. We will also look at a number of pump types, including end-suction centrifugal pumps, propeller pumps, turbine pumps, and rotary pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation.
OH Pumps: Part 2
2.50h course
This course continues looking at additional pump types, including reciprocating pumps, metering pumps, and special purpose pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation. We also discuss sealing devices, including packing and mechanical seals, bearings, lubrication, and installation.
OH Fluid Mechanics
0.50h course
This course explains how fluids behave, especially under pressure and in motion. This lesson is divided into two major parts. The first concerns fluids at rest and describes the properties fluids have when they are standing still. The second half treats the subject of fluids in motion.
What are the CE requirements for Ohio water operators?
Ohio Water and Wastewater Operators must complete between 8 and 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years in order to renew their Ohio water certification. At least 50% of the hours must be dedicated to Operations and Maintenance (O&M).
- Limited Class A or Class A - 8 Hours
- Class 1 or All Distribution/Collection - 12 Hours
- Class 2, 3, or 4 - 24 Hours
- Wastewater Treatment Class A, Water Supply Class A = 8 contact hours
- Wastewater Treatment Class 1, Water Supply Class 1, Wastewater Collection 1 & 2, Water Distribution 1 & 2 = 12 contact hours
- Wastewater Treatment Class 2, 3, 4, Water Supply Class 2, 3, 4 = 24 contact hours
These courses were designed to meet these requirements. Courses are accepted by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
State Of Ohio Water Operator License Renewal Deadlines
- Your operator license expires on December 31, every two years. Expiration year is based on license issue date.
