AWW Stream Biomonitoring Training – Auburn

Alabama Water Watch Stream Biomonitoring Training – Auburn

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

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

What is Stream Biomonitoring? Read more on the AWWareness Blog

Follow these steps to get started:

1.  Register for training through this form by October 1st, 2024.

On October 1st

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 16th

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 (1 hour)

On October 19th
Attend the in-person Field Day in Auburn, AL where you will demonstrate your ability to conduct monitoring tests under the observation of an AWW Trainer.

Field Day Schedule: To Be Determined

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

Only your name, email, phone number, and mailing address are required to register for this event. We ask for optional information so we can better understand our effectiveness in serving all Alabama citizens and for reporting general, anonymous statistics to our federal and state funders. We do not share any specific information you provide.

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