California State

Qualified Stormwater Designer Prerequisite

QSD - CA

WCA0101

Course Number: WCA0101

Type of Course: Prerequisite

Length of Course: 16 hours of content required for the QSP CGP

PDH or CEU: 16 PDH

Cost of Course: $400.00 per Learner

***PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE IS AWAITING CALIFORNIA STATE APPROVAL AND IS CURRENTLY IN BETA MODE. DO NOT PURCHASE THIS COURSE AT THIS TIME. 

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Description:

Are you ready to advance your career in stormwater management and achieve your Qualified Stormwater Practitioner (QSP) certification? The WCA0100 - CA QSP Prerequisite Course is your essential first step. This comprehensive virtual course satisfies the prerequisite requirements needed to enroll in the QSP training and exam, as mandated by the CA Construction Stormwater General Permit (CGP) (Order 2022-0057-DWQ, 2022 CGP).

Why Choose This Course?

  • Complete Prerequisite Requirements: This course fulfills the necessary prerequisites for QSP certification. 
  • Comprehensive Content: 16 hours of in-depth training, including quizzes, exercises, and an exam.
  • Flexible Learning: Study at your own pace with our online format, designed for busy professionals.
  • Expert Instruction: Learn from industry leaders with extensive experience in stormwater management.
  • Certificate of Completion: Receive a certificate upon completion, verifying your readiness for the QSP training and Exam
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Prerequisites:

This course has been evaluated by the CA Water Board as an accepted prerequisite for completing the QSP training course. Your certificate will be the proof of completion and will allow you to sign up for one of the QSP training courses available.

What You Will Learn:

Section 1 -

Stormwater and Erosion Overview

  • Principles of Erosion
  • Stormwater Management

Section 2 -

Stormwater Law and Regulations

  • Clean Water Act (CWA) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
  • Pollutant Drivers

Section 3 -

Source Control BMPs

  • Selection, installation and maintence considerations for Operational, Perimeter, and Covering BMPs.

Section 4 -

Conveyance BMPs

  • Selection, installation and maintence considerations for BMPs that move water through a project.

Section 5-

Treatment BMPs

  • Explore Environmental Water Treatment (EWT) technologies including design considerations, operations and the use of flocculants.

Section  6 -

Spill Control

  • Creating a spill plan and knowing what sorbents are effective for materials you have on site.

Section 7 -

QSP and QSD Considerations

  • An interview with MC Environmental Solutions that discusses considerations for QSPs and QSDs preparing to enter the industry.

Section 8 -

Case Studies and Examples of In-Field Inspections

  • We will use other projects to discuss successes and failures and how we might manage differently in those circumstances.

Section 9 -

Inspections Exercises

  • You will participate in site inspections and get a sense of what scenarios you may encounter as a QSP on sites you inspect.

Section 10 -

BMP Demonstrations

  • We walk through BMPs as a show-n-tell and then see different classes install them and test them against a mock storm event.

Course Features

Interactive Learning

Engage with interactive quizzes and practical exercises to reinforce your knowledge.

Real-World Applications

Study case studies and participate in in-field inspection exercises.

Expert Guidance

Benefit from the insights and experience of seasoned professionals in stormwater management.

Course Expectations:

There will be exercises that will be required to be completed and you must pass the exam with a greater than 70% passing grade to get your certificate.

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Who Will Benefit from this Course:

Are you a construction professional in California who needs to meet the prerequisite requirements for the Qualified Stormwater Practitioner (QSP) certification?


The WCA0100 - CA QSP Prerequisite Course is for you!


  • Construction site managers
  • Environmental consultants
  • Site Supervisors
  • Project managers
  • Regulatory compliance officers
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What's in it for You?

  • Prerequisite Requirement: This course satisfies the prerequisite requirements for the QSP certification, making it essential for anyone aiming to achieve this credential.
  • Comprehensive Content: The course covers 16 hours of in-depth material, including quizzes, exercises, and an exam, ensuring thorough preparation for QSP training.
  • Certificate of Completion: Participants receive a certificate upon completion, verifying their prerequisite fulfilment for the QSP training and exam.
  • Expert Instructors: Learn from industry experts with real-world experience in stormwater management and compliance.
  • Convenient and Flexible: The virtual format allows participants to learn at their own pace, fitting the course around their busy schedules.
  • Career Advancement: Completing this course is a critical step towards QSP certification, opening up new career opportunities and enhancing professional credentials.
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Guest Speakers


There are numerous guest appearances and interviews from BMP suppliers, support services, municipal officials, consultants and engineers.

Instructor Information:

Nathan Hardebeck

Stormwater Professional

CESCL, CISL, CPSWQ, CPISM, PSCIC, MT SWPPP Admin

Nathan has nearly 25 years of experience in the environmental and stormwater consulting field with an emphasis on best management practices (BMPs), services and management related to industrial, construction, municipal and commercial stormwater programs.

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Savings on Post Graduation Supplies and Bonus Rewards for

Completion of Certification Course

ESC BMP Pocket Guide

This BMP pocket guide will assist you in making informed decisions when selecting BMPs that provide the best erosion and sediment control (ESC) for your project.

  • Printed on waterproof paper
  • Fits in your back pocket
  • Can be customized for your team
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10% off on PUDLE Gear orders

Upon completion of the QSP Prerequisite certification, you will receive a coupon code for 10% off of your purchase at PUDLEGear.com

  • All items can be customized for your team
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Discounts on Other Trainings

Upon completion of the certification, you will receive a coupon code for 10% off of your purchase of your next course.

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Resources

Included with Registration

Access to the Course Resource Library


Curated document, resources, templates and more specific to your Certification and day-to-day operations of the job.


You can browse the resource library below but wont have access to the content until you are registered for the certification.

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ESC BMP Pocket Guide


This BMP pocket guide will assist you in making informed decisions when selecting BMPs that provide the best erosion and sediment control (ESC) for your project. Printed on waterproof paper, and spiral bound, it is a sturdy, easy to use, go-to tool for the jobsite. If you manage erosion and sediment control, you need the BMP Pocket Guide. It is the size of a cell phone and fits in your back pocket.

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Please contact CWT Training Academy if you have any questions.

Call us at 206-227-5894

Email us at info@cwtacademy.com

Refund / Cancelation Policy

 

Learners are required to contact CWT Training Academy as soon as possible with any changes to registration (e.g. revised or corrected email, mailing address, phone number, etc.) to ensure the information on the Certification records are correct.


Refunds will not be provided for any missed or incomplete on-demand course. In the case of an emergency which prevents the Learner from starting or finishing the course during the allotted time frame, please contact CWT Training Academy to discuss options.

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