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Training
Throughout the year we offer hundreds of classes throughout California.
Topics include but are not limited to:
• Pump & Motor Control
• Hach Water Training
• Emergency Response Planning
• Water Math & Water Rates
• Water System Operations & Maintenance
• Leak Detection
• Water Treatment Certification Review
• Wastewater Certification Review
• Distribution Certification Review
• Drought Management
Fee classes are offered to our members at a substantial discount. Free classes are open to eligible systems.
Technical/On-site Assistance
The Association's current technical assistance programs include the following:
• Assistance in developing State and Federally
compliant Sourcewater Protection Plans
• Circuit Rider Technical Assistance for water
systems in operations, maintenance and
management
• Wastewater Training & Technical Assistance for
wastewater systems in operations, maintenance
and management
• CDPH State Revolving Fund & School Bond Law
Assistance
We have field staff who will visit you at your site to offer their assistance in the areas in which you need help.
Member Benefits
Our members receive a variety of benefits, including:
• California Water Journal subscription (quarterly
publication)
• Significant reduction in class fees
• Significant reduction in annual EXPO registration
fees
• Product discounts through the Preferred Provider
program
• Website with resource links and industry job
opportunities
• Assistance with source water assessment &
protection plans
• Access to a competitive risk management
insurance program and vehicle purchase plan
through NRWA
• Free listing on employment site
Annual Expo
Our annual Education and Exhibitor EXPO allows participants to earn up to 24 contact hours in 3 days . Participants enjoy good food, entertainment, great company and an introduction to the industry's latest products all while earning required contact hours.
Academy of Water Education
Our Academy of Water Education Training Center will offer training courses in a variety of topics, including Water Treatment, Water Distribution and Utility Management. Each course will consist of a minimum of 36 hours with a combination of classroom and hands on training. The regulatory aspects of each topic will be included in the classroom course content. Practical application activities will be done in the CRWA vocational training center shop area-on the actual equipment in simulated training exercises. A final examination will be given at the end of each module consisting of both written and demonstrated skills tests. All participants who attend the class will be given contact hours for those hours attended. All participants who attend the classes and pass the final exam will earn continuing education units (CEU's).
Our courses are designed by operators for operators and are taught by men and women with years of experience in the Water/Wastewater Industry.
On-site Contract Training
CRWA will come to your facility on your schedule to provide quality training to your operators and managers. Our On-Site Education Training Program offers the following:
• Customized training in an array of pre-developed
courses or on a topic of your choice.
• CDPH contact hours and/or CWEA hours that will
count toward requirements for Distribution,
Treatment and Collection
certifications.
Whether your employees need a few hours or several days of continuing education training, CRWA can tailor a training program to meet your system's needs.
Preferred Provider
CRWA will now be able to help its members collectively leverage their buying power through the value added products and services offered in our new Preferred Provider Program. Members will have access to:
• An average savings of 20% on laboratory analytical
services
• Discounted engineering, treatment equipment and
storage tank services
• Special discounted rates on leak detection
services
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California Water Journal
A quarterly publication designed to keep members up-to-date on available trainings, the latest technology, innovative solutions to water and wastewater problems, and the latest regulations. Over 1,000 members receive the California Water Journal!
Discounted Advertising Rates
Advertisements in the California Water Journal are available in business card, ¼ page, ½ page, and full page sizes.
Reduced Exhibitor Fees at Expo
The Annual Education & Exhibitor Expo is a great way to show off your products and network with water and wastewater system operators, managers, and directors. Over 200 water and wastewater system personnel attend the Expo to earn necessary contact hours and network with peers and vendors.
Web Link
A direct link in your appropriate product category on our website
Referrals
Every day, system members and nonmembers alike contact CRWA looking for service referrals. Referrals are always given from our associate members list.
Membership Directory
Receive a free Membership Directory to help you get in touch with CRWA system members.
Professionalism & Excellence
Receive automatic confidence from prospective clients based on your relationship with CRWA.
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