This training involves knowledge of the very basics required of water and wastewater operations specialists. It is free to those who are currently enrolled in the LRWA/NRWA Apprenticeship Program.  For all others, the fee for this training is $200 for both days or $125 for one day.  Space is limited to 20 attendees total, including apprentices.

Year 1 Apprentice Training

February 11, 2026

7:30am-8:00am — Sign In
8:00am-9:00am — Apprenticeship Program Requirements Overview II
9:00am-10:00am — PPE – Personal Protection Equipment
10:00am-12:00pm — Math Formulas (Area & Volumes)
12:00pm-1:00pm — Lunch on Your Own
1:00pm-3:00pm — Asset Identification and Management
3:00pm-5:00pm — Pipe Types and Applicable Fittings

February 12, 2026

8:00am-10:00am — Distribution System Mapping – The Basics
10:00am-12:00pm — Math-Calculating Flow & Velocity
12:00pm-1:00pm — Lunch on Your Own
1:00pm-3:00pm — Computer Programs – The Basics
3:00pm-5:00pm — Water and Wastewater Rates and Financing

Instructors for this training will be Rusty Reeves, LRWA Deputy Director, unless otherwise noted.

Please note:   LRWA Training Sessions are a “Fire Arm Free Zone”

A $15 cancellation fee will be applied to refunds requested by February 6th, no refunds will be granted thereafter. 

Rather than cancel, consider sending a substitute.