Continuing Education Opportunities 

2025

IN-PERSON CONTINUING EDUCATION

Each In-Person location provides up to 6 PI and WD credits, and a minimum of 2 HE credits.
Renew or join the WWWA to receive the member discount!

  • Check-in starts at 7:00 am. Arrive by 8:00 am to receive full credit and to not risk losing your seat to a walk-in.
  • Fees include continental breakfast, morning break, and lunch.
  • NO REFUNDS - but registrations may be transferred to another person or location with a 72-hour notice of change.
 

Dates and Locations

Wednesday & Thursday, January 8-9, 2025
Kalahari Resort & Conference Center

1305 Kalahari Drive, WI Dells, WI 53965

Friday, January 10, 2025
Kalahari Resort & Conference Center

1305 Kalahari Drive, WI Dells, WI 53965 

Tuesday, April 1, 2025
SleepInn and Suites Conference Center

5872 33rd Avenue, Eau Claire, WI, 54703

Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Comfort Suites/Rock Garden Banquet & Conference Center

1951 Bond Street, Green Bay, WI, 54303
Register for In-Person CE
Download Registration Brochure

 

 

2025

Virtual CONTINUING EDUCATION

The 2025 WWWA Virtual CE Platform will open March 19, 2025. You can register and take CE sessions until December 1st. ALL CE SESSIONS MUST BE COMPLETED BY DECEMBER 1, 2025 TO COUNT TOWARDS YOUR LICENSE RENEWAL.

Training is INDIVIDUAL
  • Make sure you are signed in to your own account when registering and viewing the sessions, to receive proper CE credit.
  • If multiple people are using the same computer to complete CE, make sure you are logging out of one profile before you switch to another. 
Logging in to the system requires a password and a username
  • Your password and username will be used to register and sign in to CE. Please log in before signing up for CE.
  • Make note of your password and do not share it with others. 
There is a post-presentation quiz
  • If for any reason you fail the quiz you can retake it without having to rewatch the video. 
  • The quiz will open/be available once the video presentation is watched entirely.
 Pricing - Discounted registration to WWWA events is just one of the benefits of belonging to WWWA!
  • Members pay $108 for 6.0 credit hours or $18 per session
  • Non-Members pay $180 for 6.0 credit hours or $30 per session
Register for Virtual CE

 

Course Descriptions
More courses will be added throughout the year

25-001 DNR Systems, Sara Fry, Raquel Sanchez

Want to learn tips for using DNR data systems more effectively? This session will help well drillers and pump installers access DNR data systems and learn how to find important information more quickly so that they can do their work more efficiently and effectively. The session will also provide example of common errors that could result in questions that delay processing of records.  

PIP = 1, WD = 1, HE = 1

25-002 DNR Updates, Marty Nessman

This session will provide updates on the Private Water Supply Section and how they affect licensed drillers, pump installers and rig operators. Includes updates on staffing, code revisions and other relevant information.

PIP = 1, WD = 1, HE = 1

25-003 11 Things You Need to Know, Jeff Beiriger

Every year, there’s something new in our industry.  This presentation doesn’t focus on products and services but instead focuses on the various layers of regulation that affect us, paying particular attention to those things that have changed in the past year and those that will likely change in the coming year.  In addition, this program will look at some of the broader trends that affect the businesses and individuals need to know about to survive and thrive. 

PIP = 1, WD = 1, HE = 1 

25-004 OSHA 2025 Updates, Mary Bauer

This session with provide an explanation on how OSHA prioritizes job sites inspections and what happens when we conduct inspections.  Trenching hazards will be discussed along with the standard to prevent trench collapses. Other hazards relating to digging or drilling will be discussed. 

PIP = 1, WD = 1, HE = 1

25-005 Bacteria and Microorganisms, Michael Schnieders

This session will cover reasons for and methods of well rehabilitation differ widely from simple to overly complicated. The session is designed to look at why we conduct rehabilitation, what common mechanical and chemical methods are, and what is needed to monitor during and after treatment. 

PIP = 1, WD = 1, HE = 0

25-006 Water Well Development, Jim Hutmacher

This session offers a comprehensive overview of the well development process, covering key preparatory steps such as using drill fluids, PAC polymers, and chlorine for gravel packing, as well as flushing techniques. Participants will learn the critical components of development, including removing mud and drill fluids, enhancing permeability, and eliminating fine particles near the well bore. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of thorough development to ensure long-term well performance, optimal production, and water quality. Attendees will gain insights into determining when and how much development is required, effective bidding strategies, and the best methods for achieving success, from air lifting to over-pumping. This training is essential for professionals seeking to maximize well efficiency and ensure high-quality outcomes.

PIP = 1, WD = 1, HE = 1

25-007 Understanding Centrifugal Pump Curves, Tom Beran

This course will include a brief overview of a basic pump curve with a greater understanding of the more advanced elements within the curves, an understanding of this information and how it affects the application of the pump. This information includes but is not limited to; understanding Total Dynamic Head (TDH), Flow, Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH), minimum flow, maximum flow, deadhead, efficiency, effects of larger vs small diameter impellers, effects of varying a pump’s speed and how understanding this information as applying it can have real effect on the service life of a centrifugal (submersible) pump.

PIP = 1, WD = 1, HE = 0