Operator Certification Classes

Kentucky Rural Water Association (KRWA) will be hosting 3‑day Operator Certification Classes at various locations across the state, followed by a testing day administered by the Operator Certification Program (OCP). For a complete list of upcoming classes, please visit our Operator Certification & Testing Page.

Class Details

The certification school consists of a three-day training followed by a certification exam administered by Operator Certification. Both the training sessions and testing day will begin promptly at 8:00 AM (EST). Participants are encouraged to arrive 15–30 minutes early to allow sufficient time for check-in.

Important: Your exam registration must be approved by Operator Certification before registering for the class. Candidates without prior approval will not be permitted to take the exam.

Operator Certification Program Registration

Who Is Eligible?

This course is open to operators seeking Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as well as operators approved to take the Certification Exam. Participants attending for CEUs may register for the class and submit the required registration fee. Those planning to take the Certification Exam must first submit an eligibility application and receive approval from the Operator Certification Program before registering for the class.

👉 Register for approval here: Operator Certification Program Registration

Required Materials & Instructions

To ensure you are fully prepared, please review and print the materials below prior to the course. These resources will be used during instruction, and having them printed and familiar will help you get the most out of the class.

Distribution Class Materials

Groundwater Class Materials

Surface Water Class Materials

Collection Class Materials

Wastewater Treatment Class Materials

Lodging Information

If you need accommodations, KRWA has secured room blocks for most training locations. Once you have registered for your class, your confirmation email will include details about any lodging arrangements available for that specific event. In some cases, participants may need to make their own accommodation arrangements.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Kentucky Rural Water Association will assess a minimum $25 processing fee for cancellations of training seminars or conferences that require a registration fee. To qualify for a partial refund, cancellations must be received at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled session. No refunds will be issued after this deadline; however, substitutions are permitted at any time. Refund amounts are based on the registration fee, less the minimum $25 processing fee.