Online Courses Available Through Texas Rural Water Association
TRWA Members!
Take advantage of a newly implemented $75 discount on all SunCoast Learning online courses. If you are a TRWA member, please go to the TRWA website and sign in ( https://www.trwa.org/page/trainingdiscount) to get the current member discount code (changes frequently). Then return to SunCoast Learning to apply that code during checkout.
All online courses have been approved for continuing education hours by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
NOTICE: In accordance with TCEQ regulations, distance learning repeated in the same license renewal period will not receive training credit per 30 TAC 30.28 (p)(3)(C).
Hard copy course manuals for certain courses are available at an additional cost. See below for a link to applicable manuals.
Please be aware that in order to receive course credit, your time spent in the course must be at least 85% of the credit hours awarded for the course. Don't worry, we'll keep track of your time and let you know when you've reached the threshold.
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Take advantage of a newly implemented $75 discount on all SunCoast Learning online courses. If you are a TRWA member, please go to the TRWA website and sign in ( https://www.trwa.org/page/trainingdiscount) to get the current member discount code (changes frequently). Then return to SunCoast Learning to apply that code during checkout.
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A digital copy of the Basic Water Works Operations manual is included inside of this course. You can also purchase an optional physical copy of the manual (from TRWA) here . | Initial course needed in order to be eligible to test for Texas grade D water license as administered by TCEQ. Course may be used for renewal credit hours for grade D and C Water license. Course CANNOT be used as renewal hours for Grade B or A license. | 20 Hours Water Only | $400.00 |
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A digital copy of the Chlorinator Systems and Chemical Handling manual is included inside of this course. You can also purchase an optional physical copy of the manual (from TRWA) here . | 20 Hours Water and Wastewater | $400.00 |
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A digital copy of the Introduction to Wastewater manual is included inside of this course. | This is not a core course nor equivalent and may not be used for initial license training requirements. | 4 Hours Wastewater Only | $225.00 |
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A digital copy of the Introduction to Water Sources manual is included inside of this course. | This is not a core course nor equivalent and may not be used for initial license training requirements. | 4 Hours Water Only | $225.00 |
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Una copia digital del manual "Spanish Basic Waterworks Operations" *(Operaciones Básicas de las Obras de Agua en Español) está incluido en éste curso. También, podrás comprar una copia física del manual aquí (de TRWA). | El curso inicial es necesario para ser elegible para tomar el examen Texas Grado D Licensia de Agua como aministrada por el TCEQ. El curso puedo ser usado para renovación de horas de crédito para la licencia D y C. El curso NO PODRÁ SER USADO para renovación de horas para la licencia B o A. | 20 horas solamente para Agua | $400.00 |
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A digital copy of the Personal Protective Equipment manual is included inside of this course. | 4 Hours Water and Wastewater | $225.00 |
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A digital copy of the Pump and Motor Maintenance manual is included inside of this course. You can also purchase an optional physical copy of the manual (from TRWA) here . | 20 Hours Water and Wastewater | $400.00 |
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A digital copy of the Resiliency Preparation manual is included inside of this course. | As of April 1, 2024, resiliency training will be required for ALL water operators. In response to Winter Storm Uri and Senate Bill 3 from 87th Texas Legislature, TCEQ has implemented a resiliency training requirement to address preparing for, preventing, and responding to weather emergencies and power outages. For details, please refer to TCEQ's website. | 2 Hours Water and Wastewater | $150.00 |
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A digital copy of the Water Utility Safety manual is included inside of this course. You can also purchase an optional physical copy of the manual (from TRWA) here . | 20 Hours Water and Wastewater, 8 Hours Texas On-Site Sewage Facility (OSSF) | $400.00 |
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House Bill 1508
As of September 1, 2017, HB 1508 requires TCEQ approved training providers such as TRWA that provide educational programs (training) which prepare an individual for issuance of an initial occupational license, to notify each enrollee of the following:
- the potential ineligibility of an individual who has been convicted of an offense for issuance of an occupational license on completion of the educational program;
- the current guidelines issued under Texas Occupation's Code, Section 53.025 by any licensing authority that may issue an occupational license to an individual who completes the educational program ( TCEQ Regulatory Guidance document RG-521 );
- any other state or local restriction or guideline used by a licensing authority to determine the eligibility of an individual who has been convicted of an offense for an occupational license issued by the licensing authority (none applicable to TCEQ); and
- the right to request a criminal history evaluation under Section 53.102.
TRWA encourages you to review the guidelines that outline the possible consequences of having a criminal conviction on your ability to obtain and hold an occupational license, as well as your responsibilities in this regard, prior to registering for a class. You can click on the link above to review.
TRWA encourages individuals who believe that they may be ineligible to obtain an initial license due to a conviction or deferred adjudication to request an evaluation of their criminal conviction history by TCEQ prior to applying for the license.
TRWA Policy for Proprietary Interest Disclosure Section 1.7A of the ANSI/IACET Standard
Purpose:
- To ensure that individuals involved in delivering training disclose any proprietary interest, as well as the source of any compensation related to the presentation.
- All TRWA employees or contractors involved with the development, delivery, or evaluation of courses must adhere to TRWA’s Proprietary Interest Disclosure Policy:
- TRWA and its representatives have no financial obligations, partnerships, or debts to any third-party organizations used in research, development, and delivery of coursework.
- All third-party resources are for the sole use of developing coursework and are adequately cited throughout the course curriculum, as necessary.
- No TRWA employee or contractor shall endorse third-party organizations while writing or conducting a training or learning event for the purpose of personal profit or other benefit.
- Prior to the start of any training, TRWA instructors must disclose to participants TRWA’s proprietary interest in the course materials and training methods; and any proprietary interest of a third-party in any product, instrument, device, service, or coursework used in the training or learning event.
Texas FAQs
Do I receive a certificate indicating that I have passed the course?
Yes, upon completion of the course, a certificate will be emailed to you indicating the name of the course and hours of credit earned. In addition, an electronic record will be reported to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). This process is done on a weekly basis, typically on Mondays.
Does completing this on-line course mean I am now licensed?
No. To become a licensed operator, you must apply to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and take their licensing exam. Exams are offered once per month in all their regional offices. For more information, click here.
Can I take the TCEQ exam online?
No, not at this time. Exams and licensing fees are separate from TRWA courses. Registration fees are paid directly to TCEQ.
Is there a manual that accompanies my course?
Course manuals are not required to complete online courses, however most courses have a manual available for purchase at an additional cost. If you are interested in purchasing this optional resource, please click here to learn more.
I have a question about the course. Who can I contact?
For questions about course material and content, please call the Texas Rural Water Association at 512-428-5754 or email training@trwa.org. TRWA's subject matter experts are ready to help! For questions about licensing, please contact TCEQ.
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