There are several training and educational opportunities available through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services:

Basic Registered Installers training course.

For Advanced On-Site Wastewater Treatment (OWTS) courses go to:

Advanced OWTS Installer Course.

These two-day training courses are for individuals desiring to become registered with the state of Missouri.

Registered OWTS Installers must obtain 20 contact hours of approved continuing education.

Registered installers may also take on-line courses to earn CEU’s, for more information log on the MDHSS web site http://www.dhss.state.mo.us/Onsite/CEUs.html

Onsite Soil Evaluators (OSE) http://www.dhss.mo.us/Onsite/Professionals.html

Licensed Inspector/Evaluator course

An effort will also be made by the Perry County Health Department to inform the local Registered Installers and Inspector/Evaluators when the Missouri Small Flows Organization or other approved entities will make continuing education classes available in this area.