Alabama Water Watch Bacteriological and Water Chemistry Monitoring Training – Hartselle

REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Training Description: Become a certified Volunteer Monitor through this hybrid (online and in-person) training opportunity! Available certifications include AWW Water Chemistry Monitoring and Bacteriological Monitoring. You must complete each of the steps outlined below to receive your monitoring certification.

Follow these steps to get started:

1.  Register for training through this form by September 23rd, 2025.

2.  Select the monitoring type(s) for which you would like certification through this form.

On September 23rd

Participate in the Kick-Off Zoom from 12-1 pm. This is not required for certification but will help you navigate the training process and meet AWW Staff.

• Use the link and instructions you receive via email following the Kick-Off Zoom to enroll in the Online Courses required for the certification type(s) you requested.

By Midnight on October 8th

Complete the self-paced, online coursework for the monitoring type(s) of interest.

• Introduction to AL Water Watch – This course is required for all monitoring types and must be completed to unlock all other AWW Online Courses. (1 hour)
• Bacteriological Monitoring Course (90 minutes)
• Water Chemistry Monitoring Course (2 hours)

On October 10th
Attend the in-person Field Day at Water Works Center for Environmental Education in Hartselle, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.

Location:
Water Works Center for Environmental Education
5514 Hwy 31 S
Hartselle, AL 35640

Field Day Schedule: 9am – 4pm

You will receive additional details for each of these steps closer to the workshop date.

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! Please let us know if you have accessibility needs.

Contact AWW with any questions: 1-888-844-4785 or awwprog@auburn.edu.