January 2026
Thu 29 Jan 2026
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM (3 hours 30 minutes)
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.
February 2026
11 - 12 Feb 2026
2 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The aim of the Foundation course is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to guide them through the ethical, legal and practical requirements of decision making under Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA).
16 - 20 Feb 2026
1 week, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
17 - 18 Feb 2026
2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
23 - 26 Feb 2026
4 days, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
Thu 26 Feb 2026
1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)
The Panel Recertification course now has the option of an Interactive Online course with a mix of online activities and live sessions run through MS Teams throughout the day. The aim of the course is to share knowledge and experiences gained since attendance of a prior course and to ensure your knowledge is up to date with legislative changes and case law decisions. It will also help further develop the range of complex skills required to be a successful Panel member.
Fri 27 Feb 2026
1 day, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (8 hours)
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.
March 2026
2 - 5 Mar 2026
4 days, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
2 - 6 Mar 2026
1 week, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
Tue 3 Mar 2026
1 day, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (8 hours)
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.
4 - 5 Mar 2026
2 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The aim of the Foundation course is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to guide them through the ethical, legal and practical requirements of decision making under Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA).
Thu 5 Mar 2026
1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)
The aim of the Panel Recertification course is to share knowledge and experiences gained since attendance of prior course and to ensure your knowledge is up to date with legislative changes and case law decisions. It also helps further develop the range of complex skills required to be a successful Panel member.
9 - 12 Mar 2026
4 days, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
Tue 10 Mar 2026
1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)
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.
11 Mar 2026 - 9 Apr 2026
2 x 2 day Block courses
This Micro credential is made up of 2 x 2 day face to face courses, online learning and assessment. To be able to complete this programme you need to be working within the Water Industry.
11 Mar 2026 - 9 Apr 2026
2 x 2 Day Block courses
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.
Fri 13 Mar 2026
1 day, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (8 hours)
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.
18 - 19 Mar 2026
2 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The aim of the Foundation course is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to guide them through the ethical, legal and practical requirements of decision making under Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA).
Thu 19 Mar 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
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.
Fri 20 Mar 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
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.
23 - 26 Mar 2026
4 days, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
24 - 25 Mar 2026
2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
Thu 26 Mar 2026
1 day, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (8 hours)
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.
Fri 27 Mar 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
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.
April 2026
1 - 2 Apr 2026
2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
Wed 8 Apr 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
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.
Thu 9 Apr 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
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.
13 - 16 Apr 2026
4 days, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
13 - 17 Apr 2026
1 week, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
Thu 16 Apr 2026
1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)
The Panel Recertification course now has the option of an Interactive Online course with a mix of online activities and live sessions run through MS Teams throughout the day. The aim of the course is to share knowledge and experiences gained since attendance of a prior course and to ensure your knowledge is up to date with legislative changes and case law decisions. It will also help further develop the range of complex skills required to be a successful Panel member.
20 - 23 Apr 2026
4 days, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
20 - 24 Apr 2026
1 week, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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.
Thu 23 Apr 2026
1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)
The aim of the Panel Recertification course is to share knowledge and experiences gained since attendance of prior course and to ensure your knowledge is up to date with legislative changes and case law decisions. It also helps further develop the range of complex skills required to be a successful Panel member.
Thu 30 Apr 2026
1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)
The aim of the Chair Recertification 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, also share your experiences and gain knowledge from other Chairs.
May 2026
Tue 5 May 2026
1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)
The Panel Recertification course now has the option of an Interactive Online course with a mix of online activities and live sessions run through MS Teams throughout the day. The aim of the course is to share knowledge and experiences gained since attendance of a prior course and to ensure your knowledge is up to date with legislative changes and case law decisions. It will also help further develop the range of complex skills required to be a successful Panel member.
June 2026
17 Jun 2026 - 16 Jul 2026
2 x 2 Day Block courses
This Micro credential is made up of 2 x 2 day face to face courses, online learning and assessment. To be able to complete this programme you need to be working within the Water Industry.
17 Jun 2026 - 16 Jul 2026
2 x 2 Day Block Courses
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.