The New England Water Environment Association (NEWEA) offers individuals the opportunity to become certified voluntarily for Wastewater Collection Systems Operator and Laboratory Analyst.

• Voluntary Collection Systems Certification - Four grade levels are offered for collection systems operations personnel.
   
• Voluntary Laboratory Practices Certification - Two grade levels are offered for laboratory personnel.

The following organizations offer training in Voluntary Certification in Wastewater Collection Systems and Wastewater Laboratory Analyst Training. To register for training, please contact one of the following:

• The New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC)
• The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NH DES)
• The North East Water and Wastewater Training Associates (NEWWTA)

The appropriate NEWEA examination will be given following the conclusion of the training course.  Separate registration is required for the course and exam.