Reciprocity (WW)
- Wastewater operators certified in states other than NC may be granted reciprocal certification in NC.
- Invalid NC operators can not apply for certification via reciprocity. They need to reinstate their certification by renewal - please read 15A NCAC 08G .0701(b).
- Operators previously certified in NC (but now invalid) can not apply for certification via reciprocity.
Applicants that meet the following requirements may receive a reciprocal certification in an appropriate grade without examination:
- the applicant must be properly registered with the " the Associated Boards of Certification of the Water Professionals International” https://www.gowpi.org/ (ABC Testing) and
- the applicant must meet all requirements of NC Rules: 15A NCAC 08G in accordance with NC General Statute § 90A-25 and NC General Statue § 90A-40.
Applicants that do not meet both of the above requirements may be allowed to take a NC WPCSOCC-administered exam of the appropriate type and grade, with reciprocal certification granted upon a passing score.
To apply for reciprocal certification, please submit the
NC Wastewater Operator Reciprocity Application
A member of our staff will review the application and contact you.
Once staff completes the application process, it will be placed on the agenda for the next quarterly meeting of the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC).
Applications must be received at least once month in advance of the upcoming WPCSOCC meeting to be put on the next meeting agenda.
Questions? Please contact Renee' Thompson 919-707-9038
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Wastewater Certification for Active U.S. Military & Veterans
Are you active military or a veteran seeking certification as a wastewater operator in North Carolina?
DEQ is ready to assist active-duty military personnel and veterans who possess the appropriate training and hands-on operational experience in the treatment and collection of wastewater. You may be eligible for certification as a wastewater operator in North Carolina.
Wastewater System Types:
- Collection systems (conveyance of wastewater to treatment site)
- Biological wastewater treatment
- Physical/Chemical treatment of wastewater
If you meet the training and experience criteria you may be able to sit for a NC wastewater certification exam at a level determined appropriate by the Commission (WPCSOCC).
The One*NET website may help you match military and civilian experience/levels: Select the branch of service and search for a keyword, such as wastewater, to view the Military Occupational Classification (MOC). https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/.
Military / Veteran Wastewater Operator Application Contact our staff before submitting an application.
Exam Dates / Deadlines / Locations
Questions? Please contact Renee' Thompson 919-707-9038