Do you need a little extra help with math? Do you have an exam coming up? Join Kerry Huss from IRWA for math basics and applied problems. Course Outline:
Review of materials and supplies needed for exam
How to use the provided formula sheets during your test
Math basics – units of measurement, fractions, decimals, percent
Common measurements in the wastewater and drinking water industry – volume, area, concentration, flow, pressure
Basic dimensional analysis problems – problem solving, strategies, resources and tools
Instructor: Kerry Huss, Idaho Rural Water Association CEUs Available: 0.6 Drinking Water/Wastewater Cost: $125 IRWA Members /$215 Non-Members
Lunch is on your own. more info...
1/7/2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Mountain Time or 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM Pacific Time
Find It, Fund It, Fix It: Modern Approaches to System Reliability - Coeur d'Alene
State of the States & Funding Opportunities Overview – Davis Wolf, Core & Main – 1 hour
Metrology/Monitoring/Sensing Equipment and the benefits of system awareness including case studies – Scott McCormick, Territory Manager, Neptune Technology Group – 1.5 hours
From Wastewater to Wellhead: Understanding Impacts on Drinking Water and How to Manage Them – 1 hour
Repair Products, Emerging Technologies, and best practices in System Rehabilitation – Adrian Carmichael, HDPE Product Specialist, Core & Main – 1.5 hour
Hands-on Butt Fusion & Electrofusion demo – Adrian Carmichael, HDPE Product Specialist Core & Main – 1 hour
Instructors: Davis Wolf, Core & Main; Scott McCormick, Neptune Technology Group; Johnathon Honeywell, Orenco Systems; Adrian Carmichael, Core & Main Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Available: 0.6 Drinking Water/Wastewater Cost: $125 for IRWA Members/$215 for Non-Members
Lunch is on your own.
Webinar Wednesday! The Importance of Electrical System Maintenance - Online
This presentation will explore the critical role of proactive electrical system maintenance in ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance. We will discuss common challenges faced by the industry, such as electrical failures, power quality issues, and the impact of harsh environmental conditions on equipment longevity. The presentation will highlight best practices for preventive maintenance, including regular inspections, testing of electrical components, and implementation of predictive maintenance technologies. By showcasing real-world case studies, we will demonstrate how a robust maintenance strategy can prevent costly down times, enhance system performance, and extend the lifespan of critical assets. Attendees will gain insights into the latest advancements in maintenance technologies and learn practical tips for developing an effective electrical maintenance plan tailored to the unique needs of the water and wastewater sector.
Instructor: Adam Wahler, AE2S CEUs: 0.1 Drinking Water/Wastewater Cost: Free to IRWA Members / $40 Non-Members Location: Online using Teams
Find It, Fund It, Fix It: Modern Approaches to System Reliability - Lewiston
State of the States & Funding Opportunities Overview – Davis Wolf, Core and Main – 1 hour
Metrology/Monitoring/Sensing Equipment and the benefits of system awareness including case studies – Scott McCormick, Territory Manager, Neptune Technology Group – 1.5 hours
From Wastewater to Wellhead: Understanding Impacts on Drinking Water and How to Manage Them – Johnathon Honeywell, Territory Manager, Orenco Systems – 1 hour
Repair Products, Emerging Technologies, and best practices in System Rehabilitation – Adrian Carmichael, HDPE Product Specialist, Core & Main – 1.5 hour
Hands-on Butt Fusion & Electrofusion demo – Adrian Carmichael, HDPE Product Specialist Core & Main – 1 hour
Instructor: Davis Wolf, Core & Main; Scott McCormick, Neptune Technology Group; Johnathon Honeywell, Orenco Systems; Adrian Carmichael, Core & Main Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Available: 0.6 Drinking Water/Wastewater Cost: $125 for IRWA Members/$215 for Non-Members
Lunch is on your own.
This is a review course for operators preparing to take a Level I or II Wastewater Collections exam. This class is based off the ABC material that the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses uses to create its licensing exams. You will receive handouts showing specific topics to study and go through example test questions for each topic. A breakdown of exam topics will be given.
Topics include:
Equipment operation, evaluation, and maintenance
Lift station operation and maintenance
Collection system monitoring, evaluation, and adjustment
Wastewater operator safety, security, and administrative procedures
Test taking tips and procedures
Certification Math Review should be taken in conjunction with this course; this class does not include calculations.
Sacramento State training manuals are a sought-after resource for operators preparing for state certification. This training manual was developed to serve the needs of operators in a variety of ways, including: as a self-paced, independent-study distance learning course, and as a textbook in traditional college and university classes (often taught by experienced operators). The goal is to provide you with an understanding of basic operational and maintenance concepts for wastewater collection systems and with an understanding of basic collection systems and with the ability to analyze and solve problems when they occur. â
If desired, the Operation and Maintenance of Wastewater Collection Systems textbooks - Volume 1 and Volume 2 are available for purchase at checkout for $110 each.
Instructor: Craig Sturman, Idaho Rural Water Association Contiuing Education Units (CEUs) Available: 0.6 Wastewater and Collection Cost: $125 IRWA Members / $215 Non-Members
ERP & RRA Best Practices & Cyber Security Tools for Success - Boise & Online
Join us for a valuable training session led by Stephen Fitzner from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), focused on strengthening your system’s Water and Wastewater Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and Risk and Resilience Assessment (RRA). During this 2-hour session, Stephen will walk participants through both the ERP and RRA processes, highlighting best practices and providing guidance on how to effectively complete each component.
Participants will also receive an overview of EPA’s VSAT tool and learn how to use it when developing their Risk and Resilience Assessment. In addition, Stephen will explain how to navigate the EPA certification requirements for ERP and RRA submittals, helping systems understand what is needed if they fall under these federal mandates.
Cybersecurity—an increasingly important topic in today’s water and wastewater infrastructure—will also be a key focus. Stephen will share insight into current threats, common vulnerabilities, and strategies for staying ahead of bad actors to keep your system secure.
The training will conclude with a Q&A session, offering attendees the opportunity to ask Stephen specific questions related to ERP/RRA development, cybersecurity, or other related topics.
Instructor: Stephen Fitzner, Environmental Protection Agency Continuing Education Units Available: 0.2 Drinking Water Cost: FREE more info...
1/22/2026
8:00 AM - 10 AM Pacific Time or 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mountain Time
Drinking Water Treatment I/II Certification Review - Boise & Online
This is a review course for operators preparing to take a Level I or II Drinking Water Treatment exam. This class will be taught in-person in Boise and online at the same time. This class is based off the ABC material that the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) uses to create its licensing exams. You will receive handouts showing specific topics to study and need-to-know criteria for each.
Topics include:
• Drinking water treatment methods
• Equipment operation and maintenance
• Source water characteristics
• Laboratory process descriptions, sampling technique, and analysis
• Drinking water operator safety, security, and administrative procedures
• Test taking tips and procedures
Students may purchase the AWWA training manuals WSO Water Treatment, Grade 1 or WSO Water Treatment, Grade 2 for a discounted rate. Manuals are recommended but not required.
Instructor: Kerry Huss, Idaho Rural Water Association Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Available: 0.6 Drinking Water Cost: $125 IRWA Members/$215 Non-Members
Lunch is on your own.
In this course you will join the IRWA Wastewater Class III Apprenticeship Training Program. the class will be held two mornings. Course Objectives and Goals
The course will explore how land application systems fulfill critical environmental and public health mandates.
Goal of Land Application Systems:
â Protect waters of the state, including surface water and groundwater.
â Safeguard public health through controlled treatment and application processes.
â Preserve the environment by preventing contamination from improperly managed recycled water.
â Provide an effective method of treatment that supports beneficial water reuse. Recognized Benefits of Land Application
Students will learn about the significant advantages associated with properly designed and operated land application systems.
â Eliminates the need for recycled water discharge into sensitive surface water bodies.
â Provides recycled water as the primary irrigation source, allowing for beneficial nutrient utilization by crops (fertigation).
â Properly sited and operated systems offer exceptional treatment and renovation of recycled water as it percolates through the soil.
â Can serve as a sustainable source of aquifer recharge under certain environmental and regulatory conditions. Potential Risks of Mismanagement
A significant focus will be placed on identifying and preventing the hazards associated with poor management practices.
â Over application of recycled water may cause runoff or leaching, potentially contaminating surface water and groundwater.
â Improperly managed constituents—such as nutrients, metals, pathogens, salts, and other elements—can cause serious environmental and public health problems.
â The course will stress that mismanagement can lead to negative consequences despite the system's inherent benefits, necessitating a strong understanding of best management practices (BMPs).
Dates: This class will be offered on Wednesday, January 28th and Friday, January 30, 2026 - Please plan on attending both days. Time: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Mountain Time or 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM Pacific Time Instructor: Tom Romesberg, IRWA CEUs: 0.6 Wastewater Note: For Apprentices in the Wastewater Class I & II Program, contact Jake Slater - jslater@idrwa.org if you would like to attend this training for make-up hours. If you want to earn CEUs, you will have to register and pay for the training.
Cost: $125 IRWA Members / $215 Non-Members Location: Online with the Apprentices
Register today for Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) Recertification Training. This will be hands-on training! Students will have the opportunity to practice on all four assembly types, troubleshoot scenarios, and ask the instructor about common challenges encountered in the field. If you pass the tests, you will earn the needed 0.8 CEUs to keep your BAT license current. The class will be held at Idaho Rural Water Association's Technical Training Center in Boise.
Instructor: Stacy Stuart, Stuart's Backflow Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Available: 0.8 BAT Cost: $200
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Polymer basics will be discussed in this course including the following questions: Why polymers are needed? Who may need them? What are polymers and are there different types? What is the difference between flocculants and coagulants? Where are polymers used in processes? How are polymers beneficial? Construction for plant equipment and how it relates to polymers will also be discussed.
Instructor: Charles Scott, SNF Polydyne Continuing Education Units: 0.1 Drinking Water/Wastewater Cost: Free to IRWA Members / $40 Non-Members Location: Online using Teams more info...
2/4/2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Mountain Time or 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pacific Time
Control Valves in Action: Hands-On Training for Water Professionals - Coeur d'Alene
This course gives operators and engineers a practical understanding of Automatic Control Valve function, application, and maintenance. Topics include basic hydraulics, control valve function, pilot systems, common applications, and strategies for operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Participants will disassemble and rebuild valves and pilots, and observe and experiment with live pressures in an interactive flow lab. You’ll leave with a solid grasp of how control valves function in water systems, sharper troubleshooting skills, and the confidence to keep your valves operating at their best.
Instructor: Patrick Miller and Raymond Velasquez, Cimco-GC Systems Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Available: 0.6 Drinking Water Cost: $125 members / $215 non-members
Lunch is not provided.
Idaho Rural Water Association has invited PFAS experts to discuss the latest testing requirements, technologies, litigation, and how to communicate to your constituents. Don't miss this informative training and the opportunity to ask questions from the experts.
8:30 AM Idaho PFAS Update – Tyler Fortunati, Drinking Water Bureau Chief
9:30 AM Break
9:35 AM PFAS Litigation Update: Water Wastewater, MicroPlastics – Hank Naughton and Sam Wade, Napoli Shkolnik PLLC
10:30 AM Break
10:35 AM Protecting Utilities with Successful Communication During PFAS Compliance – Mike McGill, WaterPIO
11:40 AM Lunch – 50 minutes
12:30 PM PFAS Treatability Pilot Study Success Story – Lindsay Boone, Pace Analytical and Scotti Wells, Insite Engineering
1:30 PM Break
1:40 PM Is PFAS Sample Cross-Contamination Caused by Sampling? – Paul R Jackson, Pace Analytical Services Systems, Inc.
2:10 PM Break
2:15 PM From Contamination to Clean-Up – Charting a Course for PFAS Treatment – Phillip Farina, Clear Creek
3:40 PM Wrap-Up & Course Evaluation
Instructors: Tyler Fortunati, Drinking Water Bureau Chief; Hank Naughton and Sam Wade, Napoli Shkolnik PLLC; Mike McGill, WaterPIO; Pace Analytical and Scotti Wells, Insite Engineering; Paul R Jackson, Pace Analytical Services Systems, Inc.; Phillip Farina, Clear Creek Continuing Education Units: 0.6 Drinking Water/Wastewater Cost: Free Location: Boise & Online
We are excited to announce that we have invited Wastewater Microbiologist Toni Glymph Martin to provide this training about Lab Methods.
Unlock the secrets of the microscopic workforce that powers your treatment plant. This course bridges microbiological theory and practical process control, empowering operators to manage systems with scientific precision.
Participants will learn how to harness microorganisms to optimize nutrient removal and ensure effluent quality. The course focuses on application, providing tools to identify early warning signs of treatment upsets and troubleshoot system issues before compliance violations.
What You Will Learn:
- Optimize biology by understanding microbial functions and developing strategies to maximize nutrient removal.
- Proactively diagnose specific microscopic indicators of impending treatment disruptions.
- Troubleshoot effectively using proven process control methodologies to resolve operational challenges and restore system stability.
Bridge Design & Operation: Learn to align physical plant operations with biological requirements for optimal efficiency.
Target Audience: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators, Laboratory Technicians, Plant Managers, and Environmental Engineers seeking expertise in biological process control.
Dates: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 & Friday, February 20, 2026 Instructor: Toni Glymph Martin, Wastewater Microbiology Solutions Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Available: 1.2 Wastewater, Treatment, Laboratory Analyst Cost: $250 for IRWA Members/$430 for Non-Members Location: Live Virtual
These textbooks are available from Wastewater Microbiology Solutions and are a great resource, but are not required. Click on the books to read a description and see pricing.
Water Distribution I/II Certification Review - Boise & Online
This is a review course for operators preparing to take a Level I or II Drinking Water Distribution exam. This class is based on the ABC material that the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses uses to create its licensing exams. You will receive handouts showing specific topics to study and need-to-know criteria for each.
Topics include:
• Drinking water distribution system components
• Equipment installation, operation, and maintenance
• Disinfection, monitoring, evaluation, and adjustment
• Laboratory process descriptions, sampling technique, and analysis
• Drinking water operator safety, security, and administrative procedures
• Public interaction
• Test-taking tips and procedures
Students may purchase the AWWA training manual WSO Water Distribution, Grades 1 and 2 for $100 at checkout. Manuals are recommended but not required.
This water operator education Series was designed by the American Water Works Association to address core test content on certification exams by operator certification type and certification grade level. Instructor: Jeff Cook, Idaho Rural Water Association Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Available: 0.6 Drinking Water Cost: $125 IRWA Members / $215 Non-Members
Lunch is on your own.
