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The Backflow Prevention full 4 day course is delivered with a blend of classroom based theory and hands on practical learning. The course involves both theory and practical assessment to relevant NZQA unit standards. Successful completion of the course will allow people to apply to the relevant local authority and register with them to become an Independently Qualified Person (IQP) to carry out backflow work in that area.

The Backflow Prevention Refresher Course is a one-day course with a mix of classroom based theory, to make sure you have the latest industry knowledge and best practice, and also hands on practical learning and assessment. It will ensure you still have all the skills and knowledge required to test and inspect backflow devices.

This course offers to equip employees in the pipeline installation and maintenance industry with the essential skills and knowledge to ensure the effective disinfection of water reticulation pipework. This is a new NZQA micro-credential qualification (Level 3, 10 credits) that will enable learners to gain an understanding of pathogens, chlorination and dechlorination processes, water quality monitoring, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Waste Stabilisation Ponds remain the most common form of wastewater treatment in New Zealand. However, entry-level training for operators of Waste Stabilisation Ponds ended with significant changes to New Zealand Wastewater qualifications in 2019. WSP has recognised the need for qualification-based training by developing the new Certificate in Waste Stabilisation Ponds (Micro-credential), Level 3, 20 credits.

If you have already attended a Principles and Trends course or a certificate or diploma level course you can use this as Recognition of prior learning (RPL) to attend a two day course which includes a field trip and case study and assessment.

The “Health (Fluoridation of Drinking Water) Amendment Act 2021” requires all drinking water supplies to be fluoridated. This legal requirement has shifted the decision-making authority on community water fluoridation from local authorities to the Director-General of Health on the basis that it is a health-based decision. Previously, about half of all municipal drinking water supplies were fluoridated meaning a significant change for the other half.

This Micro credential is made up of two courses which each include online learning sessions, a 2 day face to face block course and assessment. To be able to complete this programme you need to be working within the Water Industry.

The Certificate in applying Risk Management to Wastewater Treatment Management (Micro-credential) Level 5 is a classroom based course designed for those interested in wastewater treatment. To the existing Principles and Trends course it adds a case study and assessment which enables the Micro-credential to be awarded on successful completion of both.

This new 15 credit Micro-credential is a classroom based course designed for those interested in water treatment. To the existing Principles and Trends course it adds a case study and assessment which enables the Micro-credential to be awarded on successful completion of both.

The Backflow Prevention Refresher Course is a one-day course with a mix of classroom based theory, to make sure you have the latest industry knowledge and best practice, and also hands on practical learning and assessment. It will ensure you still have all the skills and knowledge required to test and inspect backflow devices.

This 2 day training course incorporates unit standard 29965 – Demonstrate knowledge of small drinking-water supplies.

Polyethylene Pipe Electrofusion Welding and Buttwelding Course

Principles and Trends - Wastewater Treatment is a classroom based course developed for those interested in wastewater treatment. Over four busy days experts from WSP cover core wastewater treatment science and processes, and recent changes to legislation, illustrated by visits to operating treatment plants. This course finishes at 12.00pm on the last day.

Principles and Trends - Water Treatment is a classroom based course developed for those interested in drinking water treatment. Over four busy days experts from WSP cover core water treatment science and processes, and recent changes to legislation, illustrated by visits to operating treatment plants.

Correct sampling practices are essential for accurate knowledge and quality control. The WSP Environmental Training Centre delivers a Wastewater Sampling and testing course to demonstrate the principles and practices behind collecting and transporting representative samples for testing.

Correct sampling practices are essential for accurate knowledge and quality control. The WSP Environmental Training Centre delivers a Drinking Water Sampling and testing course to demonstrate the principles and practices behind collecting and transporting representative samples for testing.

Put your problem solving skills to the test and design systems with real-world applications by skilling up with this On-site Wastewater Management Systems Design qualification. Please note 2025 fees are not set yet, please use 2024 fees as a guide.

The Introduction to Pool Operations is a self paced online course that incorporates unit standard 20046 – Monitor public pool water quality and store pool water treatment chemicals and meets the training requirement for pool operators as outlined in the Pool Water Quality Standard NZS5826:2010.

This online course is designed for those who have little or no knowledge of the Resource Management Act (RMA). The course is also suited to those who are looking to do the Making Good Decisions Foundation course and are looking for a bridging course.

The Chair Certification and Recertification course is now available to be completed online with a mix of online activities and live MS Teams sessions on the day you have registered for. The aim of the course is to enable Chairs whose certification expires to gain re-certification and for potential new Chairs to gain endorsement, develop the skills and behaviours required of a Chair and to share your experiences and gain knowledge from other Chairs.