Waterworks Operators
Distance Education
Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has special
procedures that operators must follow when enrolling in or
completing distance education. Examples of types of
distance education (self-study) are:
- Online (Computer-Based)
- Correspondence Course (Paper and Pencil)
- CD-ROM
- Video Tape
Only distance education courses pre-approved by DOH or completed
for college credit through an accredited college or university may
be submitted for evaluation toward the waterworks operator
professional growth requirement. All courses must be completed
following the Department’s
Distance Education Approval and
Examination Procedure. Monitored, closed-book exams are required if
successful course completion is determined by passing an
examination/s.
The Continuing Education Units (CEU) accepted in Washington for
some courses may be different than the CEU awarded by the sponsor. To ensure that you receive credit for a distance education course,
you should review the following documents carefully prior to
enrolling in or completing any type of distance education.