Waterworks and waste system operator certification helps to protect public health and the environment by setting minimum education, experience, and examination standards that applicants must satisfy. It is required for operators and/or superintendents of water treatment plants, water distribution systems, wastewater treatment plants, wastewater collection systems, certain pretreatment facilities that discharge to sanitary sewers, or industrial wastewater facilities.

Classes are offered in partnership with the Maryland Center for Environmental Training. MCET expert instructors provide you with the knowledge to retain your license or start a new career in the environmental sector. Please refer to the MCET website for additional water and wastewater treatment courses that may not be scheduled at HCC.