Alaska Training Coalition Calendar

Details

If you are interested in a particular course, you must call the contact listed to register for the course.
Training classes may be canceled or rescheduled at the discretion of the instructor.
Per Board Policy 2016-01, training must be at least one hour long to be eligible for CEUs.
Yellow-shaded courses are introductory courses that "qualify" the attendee for a provisional level certification upon passing the provisional level certification exam and applying for certification. The Provisional Level exams may be administered on the last day of the course.
Green-shaded courses are those other than introductory courses that may have exams administered on the last day of the course.
Blue-shaded webinars/webcasts are NOT approved for CEU credit unless prior arrangements have been made with the Operator Certification Program.

2025

April

Date	Course	Location	CEUs	Sponsor	Contact
April 1 - 3	Electrical Controls 2 (Advanced) Learn proper operation, troubleshooting methods, and electrical wiring techniques of common electrical control systems found in rural Alaska water treatment plants. Enhance your skills in a secure and dynamic learning setting through hands-on activities, utilizing genuine components on operational circuits, including variable frequency drives. Registration forms and all training fees must be submitted no later than Friday, March 7th to be considered for the class. Priority will be given to operators from YKHC-served communities. To be eligible to take this course, you must have completed the Electrical Controls 1 course. Registration form for YK-Delta community operators. Registration form for schools, businesses, and out-of-region operators.	Bethel	2.0 Core	YKHC	Sarah Sixberry
April 1 - 3	Pumps and Pumping Systems for Operators This three-day course provides hands-on training in pumps and pumping system operation and repair. Student exercises reinforce and build skills in pump components and trouble-shooting techniques using actual pumping equipment for disassembly and demonstration purposes. Inclusion of electrical control panel builds on elements of previous courses to allow troubleshooting exercises using complete, operational water pumping systems. For more information and to register, contact Larry Small at BBAHC.	Dillingham	2.4 Core	BBAHC/IHS	Larry Small
Apr. 7 - 18	Water Distribution Level 1 Virtual Training This class is intended for operators who require Class 1 Water Distribution certifications. The course will be held on the Zoom platform from April 7-18, 2025, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. At the conclusion of the course, operators can take their State of Alaska, Level 1 Water Distribution Exam in their home communities. Please submit a registration form to Kelli Whelan before March 7 to secure a spot in the class. Priority will be given to operators from rural communities.	Online	1.5 Core	ANTHC	Kelli Whelan
April 14 - 18	Introduction to Operations and Maintenance Best Practices Provides an overview and in-depth look into the Operation and Maintenance Best Practices categories: Technical, Managerial, and Financial Capacity. Each category is broken down into what the requirements, what are the possible scores a community can receive, and how to receive the maximum number of points possible.	Anchorage	3.2 Core	RUBA	Trisha Sullivan
April 14 - May 9	Water Treatment Level 2 Virtual Training This in an online course intended for operators who hold Level 1 Water Treatment certifications and work at systems that require Level 2 Water Treatment certification. The course will be held on the Zoom platform from April 14 to May 9, 2025, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. At the conclusion of the course, operators can take their State of Alaska, Level 2 Water Treatment Exam in their home communities. Please submit a registration form to Brian Berube before March 14th to secure a spot in the class. Priority will be given to operators from rural communities.	Online	3.0 Core	ANTHC	Brian Berube
April 15	Interpreting Lab Results/How to Write CCRs 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This free class is an introduction to interpreting drinking water sampling results and how to write annual consumer confidence reports for community water systems. The class is broken up into two sections: section 1 is How to Interpret Drinking Water Sampling Results (45 minutes), then there will be a 15-minute break and the second section is How to Write Consumer Confidence Reports (1 hour). The interpreting sampling results portion will introduce water quality sampling results and how to interpret the relationship of the numbers to health. The second section, consumer confidence reports (CCRs) will assist in how to write the report. CCRs are required each year for every water system, to inform consumers about water quality. They can teach the person who writes the report a lot about drinking water and the water system as well. To register for the class, fill out a registration form and email it to Sierra Wylde.	Online	0.2 Core	ANTHC	Sierra Wylde
Apr. 16 - 18	Electrical Controls 2 (Advanced) Learn proper operation, troubleshooting methods, and electrical wiring techniques of common electrical control systems found in rural Alaska water treatment plants. Enhance your skills in a secure and dynamic learning setting through hands-on activities, utilizing genuine components on operational circuits, including variable frequency drives. Contact John Johnson, 907-269-7605 or john.johnson@alaska.gov for more information or to register for the training.	Anchorage	2.1 Core	ADEC	John Johnson
April 21	Financial Management for Small Water Utilities This free class provides instruction on effectively managing the finances of small water systems, and is specifically tailored to small, non-rural utilities such as homeowners’ associations, subdivisions, trailer parks, etc. Contact Robin Eleazer for more information or to register for the class.	Anchorage	0.6 DW Core	ADEC	Robin Eleazer
Apr. 21 - 25	Introduction to Small Wastewater Systems Course cost: $850 Exam fees: $150 per exam This is an introductory course for both wastewater treatment and wastewater collection. The Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection Provisional/Level 1 exams will be available to take on Friday, April 25. Online Registration	Fairbanks	3.0 Core	NTL	Peggy Pollen
Apr. 28 - May 2	Water Distribution Levels 1 and 2 This Water Distribution Levels 1 and 2 course is being offered by the Alaska Water/Wastewater Management Association (AWWMA). Cost: $875 (AWWA/WEF members receive a 10% discount when registering. State Fees: $150 per exam Register	Anchorage	3.2 Core	AWWMA	AWWMA
Apr. 28 - May 2	Intermediate Wastewater This Wastewater Treatment Level 2 and Wastewater Collection Level 2 course will be held 8am to 5pm, Monday- Thursday. The exam session will take place on Friday at 8am. There is no cost for the course, however the exam fee is $150 per exam. Course attendance is limited to 20 people. Please email Kelly Comerford for more information. 907-841-2800	Ketchikan	3.2 Core	ARWA	Kelly Comerford
April 29 - May 1	Boiler Maintenance and Repair Boiler electrical controls troubleshooting, boiler gun setup, efficiency testing, common issues troubleshooting. Practice skills in a safe and active learning environment with hands-on activities using real-world components on boiler models. Registration forms and all training fees must be submitted no later than Friday, April 4th to be considered for the class. Priority will be given to operators from YKHC-served communities. Registration form for YK-Delta community operators. Registration form for schools, businesses, and out-of-region operators.	Bethel	2.0 Core	YKHC	Sarah Sixberry

May

Date	Course	Location	CEUs	Sponsor	Contact
May 2	Interpreting Lab Results/How to Write CCRs 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This free class is an introduction to interpreting drinking water sampling results and how to write annual consumer confidence reports for community water systems. The class is broken up into two sections: section 1 is How to Interpret Drinking Water Sampling Results (45 minutes), then there will be a 15-minute break and the second section is How to Write Consumer Confidence Reports (1 hour). The interpreting sampling results portion will introduce water quality sampling results and how to interpret the relationship of the numbers to health. The second section, consumer confidence reports (CCRs) will assist in how to write the report. CCRs are required each year for every water system, to inform consumers about water quality. They can teach the person who writes the report a lot about drinking water and the water system as well. To register for the class, fill out a registration form and email it to Sierra Wylde.	Online	0.2 Core	ANTHC	Sierra Wylde
May 5 - 15	Financial Management for Rural Utilities Provides an overview of financial operations for rural utilities. Topics cover basic processes and procedures for financial reporting, fund accounting, budgeting, collections, risk management, audits, and rate setting.	Online	3.2 Core	RUBA	Trisha Sullivan
May 7	Funding Readiness Bootcamp 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This free training is designed to equip water and wastewater system staff to successfully prepare for state and federal funding opportunities. The training covers essential documents and registrations required to demonstrate technical, managerial, and financial readiness to apply for grants and loans. Register for the course.	Online	0.2 DW Core	RCAC	Sabrina Straus
May 12	Asset Management for Small Water Utilities This free class provides instruction on asset management for small water systems, and is specifically tailored to small, non-rural utilities such as homeowners’ associations, subdivisions, trailer parks, etc. Contact Robin Eleazer for more information or to register for the class.	Anchorage	0.6 DW Core	ADEC	Robin Eleazer
May 13 - 15	Alaska Water/Wastewater Management Association (AWWMA) Annual Conference Registration for the AWWMA Annual Statewide Conference will include breakfast and lunch for each day of your registration; access to all conference sessions, keynote addresses, refreshment breaks, receptions; and any offsite events. The technical tracks will include Water; Wastewater; topics that are applicable to both sectors; Management and Safety; and more. View the Draft Agenda. Visit the AWWMA conference webpage for more information and to register.	Anchorage	Various	AWWMA	Angie Monteleone
May 15	Interpreting Lab Results/How to Write CCRs 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This free class is an introduction to interpreting drinking water sampling results and how to write annual consumer confidence reports for community water systems. The class is broken up into two sections: section 1 is How to Interpret Drinking Water Sampling Results (45 minutes), then there will be a 15-minute break and the second section is How to Write Consumer Confidence Reports (1 hour). The interpreting sampling results portion will introduce water quality sampling results and how to interpret the relationship of the numbers to health. The second section, consumer confidence reports (CCRs) will assist in how to write the report. CCRs are required each year for every water system, to inform consumers about water quality. They can teach the person who writes the report a lot about drinking water and the water system as well. To register for the class, fill out a registration form and email it to Sierra Wylde.	Online	0.2 Core	ANTHC	Sierra Wylde
May 19 - 23	Water Treatment & Distribution Level 2 The course will be held 8am to 5pm, Monday- Thursday. The exam session will take place on Friday at 8am. There is no cost for the course, however there are fees for the exam and manual. Exam $150, Manual $50. Please email Kelly Comerford for more information.	Homer	3.0 DW Core	ARWA	Kelly Comerford
May 21 - 23	Utility Managers Introduction to Water Treatment The course will be held on the Zoom platform, May 21-23, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day. The purpose of this free class is for utility managers to learn how water treatment works so they can better understand their role in the utility and improve communication with the water plant operators they work with. To register for the class, fill out a registration form and email it to Brian Berube.	Online	0.7 DW Core	ANTHC	Brian Berube
May 27	Addressing Contamination Incidents in RRAs & ERPs 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. America's Water Infrastructure Act (AWIA) section 2013 revised Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) section 1433 and requires community water systems (CWS) serving more than 3,300 people to prepare or revise and certify risk and resilience assessments (RRAs) and emergency response plans (ERPs) to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) by specified deadlines every five years. Five-year re-certification deadlines are upon us, with deadlines occurring throughout 2025 and 2026. Intentional contamination is one type of malevolent act that utilities may want to address in their RRA and ERP. In this webinar, EPA will provide examples of how utilities can address contamination incidents in their RRA and ERP. Register for the course.	Online	0.1 DW Core	EPA	EPA
May 27	EPA National Water and Wastewater Sector Cybersecurity Drill 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Is your water or wastewater system prepared to function manually due to a cyberattack? Have you practiced manual operations in the last year? EPA’s Water Infrastructure and Cyber Resilience Division is hosting a National Water and Wastewater Sector Cybersecurity Drill. The 2-hour drill will allow participants to test their preparedness for a cybersecurity incident in one of two ways: Manual Operations. Practice running a portion of your system in manual operations (before or during the drill). At the drill, discuss questions, lessons learned, and updates to your IRP/ERP. Interactive Tabletop Exercise. Participate in a scenario-driven discussion regarding response to a significant cybersecurity incident that affects a system's operational technology. Register for the course.	Online	0.2 Core	EPA	Paige Bateman
May 27 - 28	What is a Water Utility? This free class builds a foundation of knowledge of a public water system’s basic technical, managerial, and financial operations, and is specifically tailored to small, non-rural utilities such as homeowners’ associations, subdivisions, trailer parks, etc. Contact Robin Eleazer for more information or to register for the class.	Fairbanks	0.6 DW Core	ADEC	Robin Eleazer
May 28	Cybersecurity Refresher Training 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. EPA's Water Infrastructure and Cyber Resilience Division provides training on cybersecurity basics to water and wastewater utilities to reinforce their foundational understanding of cybersecurity and how it applies to the water sector. The objective of this course is to understand cybersecurity basic key terms, foundational principles, and get a snapshot of its history in the water sector. Register for the course.	Online	0.1 Core	EPA	Paige Bateman
May 29	Cybersecurity 102 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. EPA's Water Infrastructure and Cyber Resilience Division will provide this course to build upon Cybersecurity 101. The training will offer deeper insights into cybersecurity for those with basic knowledge in the field, as it applies to Operational Technology. Whether you are an Information Technology professional, business owner, or simply interested in protecting yourself online, this training will equip you with practical skills to navigate today's digital threats. Register for the course.	Online	0.15 Core	EPA	Paige Bateman

June

Date	Course	Location	CEUs	Sponsor	Contact
June 6	Disaster Recovery Training 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free 7-hour course is sponsored by the Alaska Rural Water Association and presented by EMI, Inc. This training is designed to help participants take ownership in learning how to resolve their current and future problems related to disasters in order to promote a sustainable future. This course covers preparedness, strategies and tactics for disaster planning and recovery, plan implementation and risk management. We discuss Alaska’s historical disasters and discuss strategies specific to many probable disasters and communities. We also cover regulations and government entities, as well as the water grants program. Register for the course	Anchorage/Online	0.7 Core	ARWA	Kelly Comerford
June 10	Cybersecurity 103 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. EPA's Water Infrastructure and Cyber Resilience Division will provide this training to expand understanding of cybersecurity basic key terms, foundational principles, and a snapshot of its history in the Water Sector. Recent cyber incidents will be discussed, as well as cyber-related resources for the Water Sector. The training is a continuance of the Cybersecurity Refresher and Cybersecurity 102 trainings. Register for the course.	Online	0.15 Core	EPA	Paige Bateman
June 10	Alaska Energy Training Group Meeting: Bulk Fuel Training and Administrative Capacity Building 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Join the discussion about programs and support to develop bulk fuel management skills and administrative capacity in this online meeting for energy training and workforce development stakeholders. The Alaska Energy Training Group meets quarterly to share information, more efficiently deploy collective resources, and discuss gaps, needs and models in the training landscape. For more information Join online via Zoom	Online	N/A	REAP	Jenny Starrs
June 11	Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (WCAT) Training 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. EPA's Water Infrastructure and Cyber Resilience Division will demonstrate how to use the Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool to conduct cybersecurity assessments at water and wastewater systems. Register for the course.	Online	0.25 Core	EPA	Paige Bateman
June 11	Interpreting Lab Results/How to Write CCRs 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This free class is an introduction to interpreting drinking water sampling results and how to write annual consumer confidence reports for community water systems. The class is broken up into two sections: section 1 is How to Interpret Drinking Water Sampling Results (45 minutes), then there will be a 15-minute break and the second section is How to Write Consumer Confidence Reports (1 hour). The interpreting sampling results portion will introduce water quality sampling results and how to interpret the relationship of the numbers to health. The second section, consumer confidence reports (CCRs) will assist in how to write the report. CCRs are required each year for every water system, to inform consumers about water quality. They can teach the person who writes the report a lot about drinking water and the water system as well. To register for the class, fill out a registration form and email it to Sierra Wylde.	Online	0.2 Core	ANTHC	Sierra Wylde
June 16 - 18	Utility Managers Introduction to Water Treatment The course will be held on the Zoom platform, June 16-18, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day. The purpose of this free class is for utility managers to learn how water treatment works so they can better understand their role in the utility and improve communication with the water plant operators they work with. To register for the class, fill out a registration form and email it to Brian Berube.	Online	0.7 DW Core	ANTHC	Brian Berube

August

Date	Course	Location	CEUs	Sponsor	Contact
Aug. 18 - 20	Utility Managers Introduction to Water Treatment The course will be held on the Zoom platform, August 18-20, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day. The purpose of this free class is for utility managers to learn how water treatment works so they can better understand their role in the utility and improve communication with the water plant operators they work with. To register for the class, fill out a registration form and email it to Brian Berube.	Online	0.7 DW Core	ANTHC	Brian Berube

October

Date	Course	Location	CEUs	Sponsor	Contact
Oct. 13-17	Water Treatment Level 1 Course cost: $850 Exam fee: $150 Exam session on Friday. Online Registration	Fairbanks	3.0 Core	NTL	Peggy Pollen

November

Date	Course	Location	CEUs	Sponsor	Contact
Nov. 3-7	Water Distribution Levels 1 & 2 Course cost: $850 Exam fee: $150 Exam session on Friday. Online Registration	Fairbanks	3.0 Core	NTL	Peggy Pollen