Training and Certification

IAPMO-BPI provides training toward professional certification in backflow prevention. Our courses prepare students for each credential identified in the ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 5000 professional qualification standards:

Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester,
Backflow Prevention Assembly Repairer,
Cross-Connection Control Surveyor,
Backflow Prevention Program Specialist/Administrator and
Fire Sprinkler System Cross-Connection Control Tester.

Each course includes an American Society of Sanitary Engineering certification exam at the conclusion of the training. These ASSE certifications are recognized by model plumbing codes in the United States, including the Uniform Plumbing Code. IAPMO-BPI is dedicated to water system safety through plumbing-code compliance and supports the ASSE certification program.

NEW!

IAPMO IS NOW OFFERING BACKFLOW TRAINING

AND CERTIFICATION IN THE STATES OF

COLORADO, NEW JERSEY, CALIFORNIA AND ARIZONA

DENVER AREA TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION LOCATION

COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES - 1600 Maple Street, Golden, CO 80401

To Register Contact (708)995-3007

For a description of our programs download the Backflow Prevention Institute Brochure

Seminar Schedule

Date	Location	Course Information	Training and Certification Fees	Contact	Registration Form
February 13 - 16, 2012	Phoenix, AZ	Backflow Prevention Program Administrator/Specialist Training and Certification P.I.P.E - 4720 E. Cotton Gin Loop, Suite 105, Phoenix, AZ	$600.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
February 18-19 and 25-26, 2012	East Brunswick, NJ	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam East Brunswick Sewer & Water Building - 25 Harts Lane, East Brunswick, NJ	$750.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
February 20-24, 2012	Paso Robles, CA	Backflow Prevention Program Administrator/Specialist Training and Certification Zurn/Wilkins Industry 1747 Commerce Way Paso Robles, CA 93446	$600.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
March 5-9, 2012	Ontario, CA	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam IAPMO Headquarters - 4755 E Philadelphia St. Ontario, CA 91761	$750.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
March 12 - 16, 2012	Golden, CO	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam Colorado School of Mines	$675.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
March 24, 2012	Golden, CO	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Recertification 8 hr course and Exam Colorado School of Mines	$275.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
March 26 - 30, 2012	Phoenix, AZ	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam Arizona Pipe Trades Apprenticeship 2950 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017	$740.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
April 18 - 20, 2012	Golden, CO	Cross-Connection Control Surveyor Training and Certification Colorado School of Mines April 18th will be half day the 19th and the 20th will be full days	$395.00 Training $60.00 - $140.00 Certification Test	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
May 7 - 10, 2012	Phoenix, AZ	Backflow Prevention Program Administrator/Specialist Training and Certification P.I.P.E - 4720 E. Cotton Gin Loop, Suite 105, Phoenix, AZ	$600.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
May 18, 2012	Golden, CO	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Recertification 8 hr course and Exam Colorado School of Mines	$275.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
May 21 - 25, 2012	Golden, CO	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam Colorado School of Mines	$675.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
TBD June, 2012	Golden, CO	Backflow Prevention Program Administrator/Specialist Training and Certification	$495.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
June 11-15, 2012	Ontario, CA	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam IAPMO Headquarters - 4755 E Philadelphia St. Ontario, CA 91761	$750.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
June 25 - 29, 2012	Phoenix, AZ	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam Arizona Pipe Trades Apprenticeship 2950 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017	$740.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
July 23 - 27, 2012	Paso Robles, CA	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam Zurn/Wilkins Industry 1747 Commerce Way Paso Robles, CA 93446	$750.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
TBD July, 2012	Golden, CO	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam	$675.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
TBD July, 2012	Golden, CO	Assembly Tester Recertification 8 hr course and Exam	$275.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
September 17 - 21, 2012	Golden, CO	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam Colorado School of Mines	$675.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
September 22, 2012	Golden, CO	Assembly Tester Recertification 8 hr course and Exam Colorado School of Mines	$275.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
October 17 - 19, 2012	Golden, CO	Cross-Connection Control Surveyor Training and Certification Colorado School of Mines	$395.00 Training $60.00 - $140.00 Certification Test	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
November 5 - 9, 2012	Golden, CO	Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester 40 hr course and Exam Colorado School of Mines	$675.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
November 10, 2012	Golden, CO	Assembly Tester Recertification 8 hr course and Exam Colorado School of Mines	$275.00 (Includes Training and Certification fees)	IAPMO 877-IAPMO-01 - Ext 3007	Download Registration Form
*Restrictions Apply. Please contact IAPMO Seminars Department for more information 1-877-IAPMO-01 or 708-995-3000, extension 3007.

Student applications for the courses can be downloaded from the links in the table above. The applications are Acrobat PDF files that must be printed and returned to the IAPMO office stated on the application.

Due to pre-requisites for the Backflow Institute program, online registration is not available.

Application submittal:

Once completed, class applications must be sent to IAPMO by either US mail, parcel service or may be faxed.

IAPMO Chicago Regional Office
ATTN: Backflow Prevention Training
18927 Hickory Creek Drive, Suite 140
Mokena, IL 60448 – USA

FAX: 708-479-6023 (outside U.S.A fax: +1. 708-479-6023)

Certification Information:

The IAPMO training program provides the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to become an ASSE certified backflow preventer tester, repairer, or cross-connection control surveyor.

When completing the application for the tester courses, IAPMO must receive a photocopy of any current certification for re-certification purposes or provide a minimum of 5 years experience in the industry prior to becoming certified as a backflow preventer tester.

Applications must be received by IAPMO two (2) weeks prior to a course start date. This insures that training and certification materials will be available from ASSE for that course.

The certification examination consists of a written examination and a hands-on examination. The exam for an initial tester certification consists of 100 questions. The re-certification exam consists of 25 multiple-choice questions. Presently, the initial certification candidate must demonstrate the field test procedure for a reduced pressure principle assembly, double check valve assembly and a pressure vacuum breaker assembly, without notes or assistance. A re-certification candidate must demonstrate a field test procedure for a reduced pressure principle assembly and a double check valve assembly.

All candidates will know of successful field test exam results at the time of the test. All written examinations are submitted to ASSE for grading, and certification credentials are provided within two to three weeks after the exam. These certification credentials will be mailed from IAPMO. If a certification candidate is not successful, a written notice will be provided from ASSE.

Other class locations available:

IAPMO can provide training at your location. If your company or organization has a group that needs any of our Backflow Training and or certifications , please contact IAPMO and we can schedule your own backflow prevention class.

Program involvement / affiliation:

If you have an interest in becoming an IAPMO training facility, instructor or certification proctor, please contact Dr. Asay.