2024 Certified Installer Course Registration

General Course Information

• The Certified Installer course provides the required training for contractors to become certified to install conventional onsite systems serving private residences, single structure multi-family dwellings with not more than four units, or a single service connection small commercial facility with an expected peak wastewater flow of 500 gallons per day or less
• The initial course may be attended by all Certified Installers, homeowners, and engineers
• The refresher course is for current Certified Installers or installers who have been certified or taken and passed the course within the last two years
• Homeowners taking the course are limited to the initial course only. Homeowner training is valid for one installation serving that individual's owner-occupied private residence within a one-year period, beginning on the date the homeowner attends the training course. The fee is listed below under "Approved Homeowner"
• Students are required to review the Onsite Wastewater System Installation Manual (OWSIM) Technical Guidance and Approved Best Management Practices prior to class. Manuals are also available by pickup from any DEC office
• Those who intend to become Certified Installers must be a licensed general or specialty contractor as described in 18 AAC 72.405(a) or provide proof of employment under a licensed contractor per 18 AAC 72.405(a)(4)
• Registration is mandatory five business days prior to class start

Tuition Fees

• $100 per Certified Installer or Other Attendee
• $275 per Approved Homeowner

2024 Course Information

For additional information please contact the Department.