Wastewater Treatment

We offer two wastewater treatment programs. At Clovis Community College, you can receive the training and learn the necessary skills to become a water system employee in two semesters. We also provide preparation for state certification.

• Gain knowledge and skills required to effectively operate and maintain wastewater treatment facilities.
• Water mathematic calculations required algebraic topics, multistep calculations, understanding flow and velocity in relation to the motion of water.
• Solve problems and safety procedures required to work in the wastewater industry as required by current law and regulations.
• Preparation to take the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Grades I, II, III.

The water industry is critical to providing clean and affordable water. A career in water treatment offers a variety of benefits including competitive pay, benefits, and knowing that your work has a positive impact on communities.

There are a variety of careers that can be pursued as a result of studying wastewater treatment including wastewater treatment technicians, sewage plant operators, wastewater treatment plant, and system operators.