Manitoba Water and Wastewater Training
Water and Wastewater Operator and Certification Training Courses
Throughout the year, RRC Polytech offers a series of courses designed for basic operator training, and as exam preparation for writing the provincial Water and Wastewater (W & WW) Operator Certification exams.
Online Courses – Winter 2026
All fall and winter Water and Wastewater operator training / certification exam prep courses will be offered online through interactive alternative delivery. This adaptive delivery will be online through RRC Polytech’s learning management system (LEARN), entailing approximately 50% voice-over PowerPoint presentations and video resources, and 50% interactive sessions through Microsoft Teams with the course instructor.
Participants are required to have access to a computer and high-speed internet for each day of the course. As with our face-to-face courses, some self-study is required outside of class times. Access to the material on LEARN will be available for three weeks past the course finish date, as exams do not always directly follow the course.
Classroom/In-person Delivery – Spring 2026
RRC Polytech will offer in-person Operator training / Certification exam preparation courses at our Notre Dame Campus in spring 2026. Course costs have been reduced to no longer include parking or coffee breaks.
Note: The CEUs credited from Manitoba Environment and Climate Change are the same for RRC Polytech’s in-person and online training.
Free Tutoring
Are you feeling a little rusty with your math skills before your course starts? We’ve got you covered!
- What: FREE Pre-Program Math Tutoring
- When: Thursday evening the week before your course starts, from 6:00–8:00 PM
- Where: Online via Microsoft Teams
- How to Register: All registered students will receive an Microsoft Teams invitation. No separate registration is required.
This is a great chance to brush up on key concepts, ask questions, and feel more confident heading into your course, so don’t miss out!
Exams
RRC Polytech now offers proctored certification exams for Water and Wastewater Operators in partnership with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change. This convenient option is available to students who are taking water and wastewater courses at RRC Polytech.
Steps to Register for Your Exam
- Check the Exam Schedule – Look at the Manitoba Environment and Climate Change Exam Schedule.
- Complete the Exam Application Form – Download and fill out the Exam Registration Form.
- Submit Payment – Pay the Manitoba Environment and Climate Change exam fee using their Online Payment Portal.
- Book Your Exam Location – If you choose to write your exam at RRC Polytech, you must book and pay for your exam location through our RRC Polytech Exam Portal. Select “Water and Wastewater Exams” as the assessment and then look at the options available through the dropdown (see detailed instructions). The cost of the exam location is in addition to the cost of the certification exam.
Need Help?
For questions about exam registration, contact the Certification Program at 204-945-0675 or email wwopcert@gov.mb.ca.
For questions about RRC Polytech’s exam location/proctoring, email assessment@rrc.ca.
Courses
Payments: We do not accept credit card payments by email. Please see the Registration and Payment page for the registration form and payment options.
Winter 2026
Winter 2026: Online Delivery – Water and Wastewater Foundations (Course Code: WATR-1007 and ID 274635)
Note: This course is being delivered online.
Course Dates: January 5-15, 2026
Class Times: Weekdays, 8:00am – 12:30pm on Microsoft Teams
Fee: $1,085
Registration Deadline: December 23, 2025
This introductory course covers the foundational skills and knowledge operators require for success when writing ABC certification exams. This course is recommended, but optional, prior to taking a Small System or a Class 1 certification exam preparation course. Industry related Math and Science (chemistry, microbiology, hydraulics and electricity), Safety / Administration / Management, and Equipment / Support systems are all gone over in detail, relative to certification exam requirements. There is no exam for this course.
Who should take the Foundations Course? RRC Polytech has developed a diagnostic quiz designed to objectively assess an individual’s fundamental skill set that will be required for effective participation in a Certification Exam Preparation Course. All individuals that have not taken the Foundations Course in the past or have not successfully passed a Water and Wastewater Certification exam should complete the quiz. To acquire a copy of the diagnostics quiz, please email techsolutions@rrc.ca.
Winter 2026: Online Delivery – Water Treatment II (Course Code: WATR-2032 and ID 274636)
Note: This course is being delivered online.
Course Dates: January 12-21, 2026
Class Times: Weekdays, 8:00am – 12:00pm on Microsoft Teams
Fee: $902
Registration Deadline: January 5, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Water Treatment Class II Certification Exam. Topics include: A very brief review of Foundations material, Surface water treatment systems, Water quality parameters / guidelines and regulations, Lime/soda ash softening, Ion exchange, Rapid sand filtration, Membrane filtration, Fluoride, Taste / odor control, Scaling / Corrosion, UV / Ozone / Chlorination disinfection, Testing / Sampling, and WT2 mathematical calculations.
Winter 2026: Online Delivery – Wastewater Treatment II (Course Code: WATR-2031 and ID 279344)
Note: This course is being delivered online.
Course Dates: March 2-11, 2026
Class Times: Weekdays, 8:00am – 12:00pm on Microsoft Teams
Fee: $902
Registration Deadline: February 20, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Wastewater Treatment Class II Certification Exam. Topics include: A very brief review of Foundations material, WW characteristics / parameters / guidelines, Lagoons, Mechanical treatment processes, Sludge handling / digestion / dewatering / disposal, Odor control, UV / Chlorination, Lab equipment / Testing / Sampling, Nutrient removal, and Wastewater treatment 2 mathematical calculations.
Spring 2026
Spring 2026: In-Person Delivery – Water and Wastewater Foundations (Course Code: WATR-1007 and ID 280536)
Note: This course is being delivered in-person at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg.
Five-day Course: April 13-17, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Fee: $1,107
Registration Deadline: March 30, 2026
This introductory course covers the foundational skills and knowledge operators require for success when writing ABC certification exams. This course is recommended, but optional, prior to taking a Small System or a Class 1 certification exam preparation course. Industry related Math and Science (chemistry, microbiology, hydraulics and electricity), Safety / Administration / Management, and Equipment / Support systems are all gone over in detail, relative to certification exam requirements. There is no exam for this course.
Who should take the Foundations Course? RRC Polytech has developed a diagnostic quiz designed to objectively assess an individual’s fundamental skill set that will be required for effective participation in a Certification Exam Preparation Course. All individuals that have not taken the Foundations Course in the past or have not successfully passed a Water and Wastewater Certification exam should complete the quiz. To acquire a copy of the diagnostics quiz, please email techsolutions@rrc.ca.
Spring 2026: In-Person Delivery – Wastewater Treatment I (Course Code: WATR-1031 and ID 281162)
Note: This course is being delivered in-person at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg.
Four-day Course: April 20-23, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Fee: $920
Registration Deadline: April 6, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Wastewater Treatment Class I Certification Exam. Topics include: A brief review of Foundations material, WW characteristics / parameters / guidelines, Wastewater stabilization pond design & maintenance; Mechanical treatment processes, Sludge handling, Odour control, UV / Chlorination, Testing / Sampling, & Wastewater treatment mathematical calculations.
Spring 2026: In-Person Delivery – Water Treatment II (Course Code: WATR-2032 and ID 281160)
Note: This course is being delivered in-person at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg.
Four-day Course: April 27-30, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Fee: $920
Registration Deadline: April 13, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Water Treatment Class II Certification Exam. Topics include: A very brief review of Foundations material, Surface water treatment systems, Water quality parameters / guidelines and regulations, Lime/soda ash softening, Ion exchange, Rapid sand filtration, Membrane filtration, Fluoride, Taste / odor control, Scaling / Corrosion, UV / Ozone / Chlorination disinfection, Testing / Sampling, and WT2 mathematical calculations.
Spring 2026: In-Person Delivery – Small Water Systems (Course Code: WATR-1027 and ID 280537)
Note: This course is being delivered in-person at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg.
Four-day Course: April 27-30, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Fee: $920
Registration Deadline: April 13, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Small Water Systems (SWS) Certification Exam. It was developed to be a more thorough review of the WT and WD components of the SWS exam and should be taken in conjunction with the regular Foundations course.
Topics include: A very brief review of Foundations material, Hydrologic cycle, Ground water sources and retrieval, Water quality objectives and guidelines, Water treatment & demand, Disinfection, Distribution system purpose / design, Piping, Scaling and Corrosion control, Flushing, Hydrants/Valves/Service connections / Meters, Cross connection / Backflow prevention, Chlorination, Testing/Sampling, and Water treatment / distribution mathematical calculations.
Spring 2026: In-Person Delivery – Small Wastewater Systems (Course Code: WATR-1543 and ID 280538)
Note: This course is being delivered in-person at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg.
Four-day Course: May 11-14, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Fee: $920
Registration Deadline: April 27, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Small Wastewater Systems (SWWS) Certification Exam. It was developed to be a more thorough review of the WWT & WWC components of the SWWS exam and should be taken in conjunction with the regular Foundations course.
Topics include: a very brief review of Foundations material, Wastewater sources and characteristics, Collection system purpose, types of WWC systems, Manholes, Lift & pump stations, Catch basins, Backflow preventers, Cleanouts, WWC system operation and maintenance, WWC system cleaning procedures, corrosion control, piping repairs and rehabilitation, WW characteristics, Basics of WWT microbiological processes, Types of Stabilization Ponds (lagoons), Facultative pond design / operation / maintenance, Basic mechanical WWT processes, Sludge handling, Regulatory requirements, Chlorine Disinfection / De-chlorination, Sampling and testing, and Wastewater collection / treatment mathematical calculations.
Spring 2026: In-Person Delivery – Water Treatment I (Course Code: WATR-1032 and ID 281163)
Note: This course is being delivered in-person at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg.
Four-day Course: May 25-28, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Fee: $920
Registration Deadline: May 11, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Water Treatment Class I Certification Exam. Topics include: A brief review of Foundations material, Hydrologic cycle, Ground water systems, Water quality parameters / guidelines & regulations, Conventional Treatment, Slow sand filtration, Fluoridation, Iron & Manganese removal, Scaling & Corrosion, Taste & Odour control, Disinfection / Chlorination, Testing / Sampling, & Water Treatment mathematical calculations.
Spring 2026: In-Person Delivery – Wastewater Treatment II (Course Code: WATR-2031 and ID 281161)
Note: This course is being delivered in-person at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg.
Four-day Course: June 1-4, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Fee: $920
Registration Deadline: May 19, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Wastewater Treatment Class II Certification Exam. Topics include: A very brief review of Foundations material, WW characteristics / parameters / guidelines, Lagoons, Mechanical treatment processes, Sludge handling / digestion / dewatering / disposal, Odor control, UV / Chlorination, Lab equipment / Testing / Sampling, Nutrient removal, and Wastewater treatment 2 mathematical calculations.
Spring 2026: In-Person Delivery – Wastewater Collection I & II (Course Code: WATR-1003 and ID 281164)
Note: This course is being delivered in-person at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg.
Four-day Course: June 8-11, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Fee: $920
Registration Deadline: May 25, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Wastewater Collection Class I or Class II Certification Exams. Topics include: A brief review of Foundations material, WW characteristics, Collection system purpose / design, Piping / Trenching / Bedding, Odor & Corrosion control, Manholes / Lift stations, Cross connection / Backflow prevention, Pipe inspection / cleaning / rehabilitation, Chlorination, Testing / Sampling, & Wastewater Collection mathematical calculations.
Spring 2026: In-Person Delivery – Water Distribution I & II (Course Code: WATR-1010 and ID 281165)
Note: This course is being delivered in-person at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus, 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg.
Four-day Course: June 22-25, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Fee: $920
Registration Deadline: June 8, 2026
Exam Date: Register with Manitoba Environment and Climate Change
This course is intended for operator training and/or as preparation for the Manitoba Water Distribution Class I or Class II Certification Exams. Topics include: A brief review of Foundations material, Hydrologic cycle, Ground water, Distribution system purpose / design, Piping / Trenching / Bedding, Scaling & Corrosion, Cathodic protection, Hydrants / Valves /Service connections / Meters, Cross connection / Backflow prevention, Chlorination, Testing / Sampling, & Water Distribution mathematical calculations.
Contact Information
For information regarding water and wastewater training:
Patricia Oleksiew
Phone: 204-632-3017
Email: poleksiew@rrc.ca
For information on the Manitoba Certification exam fee and registration:
Certification Program
Phone: 204-392-4487 or 204-945-7065
Onsite Wastewater Management (Septic Field Installation)
Note: The Onsite Wastewater Management (Septic Field Installation) curriculum for Manitoba is currently undergoing development and no training is offered in the province at this time.
Those wishing to become certified practitioners in Manitoba may participate in the Onsite Wastewater Practitioner Training Program offered through either the Alberta Onsite Wastewater Management Association or the Saskatchewan Onsite Wastewater Management Association.
For information on these training opportunities please contact the MOWMA office at 1-855-872-2659.
If you need further clarification on your Manitoba Certification, please contact Derek Smith at Manitoba Environment, Climate and Parks at 204-794-1176 or derek.smith@gov.mb.ca.
Contact Information for Course Waitlist at RRC Polytech
Patricia Oleksiew
Phone: 204-632-3017
Email: poleksiew@rrc.ca
Plumbing Cross-Connection Control
A cross-connection is any physical connection between two separate systems, one of which is drinking water and the other polluted water or contaminated fluids, gases, or substances.
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