The Process

The steps below explain how to register for a class and submit your certification exam application. For detailed information on the requirements for certification, please visit the Cal Nevada AWWA website here.

For questions related to the classes, contact us at customerservice@mitchscertifiedclasses.com.

For questions related to certification, contact CA NV AWWA at certification@ca-nv-awwa.org.

NOTE: Be sure to check your Spam/Junk folder for emails.

Register For A Class

  1.  View the Class Calendar Here
    1. A full week class is required for new certifications.
  2. Register for a Class Online Here
    1. After submitting your registration form:
      1. You will immediately receive a confirmation email with more information.
      2. We will email you an invoice for the class within two days. You may pay the invoice online or by check.
      3. Once Mitch's Certified Classes (MCC) receives payment, you will receive a:
        1. Payment receipt from quickbooks@notification.intuit.com, and
        2. Class confirmation email with the location and additional information from customerservice@mitchscertifiedclasses.com
  3. Reserve Accommodations (If Needed)
    1. Visit our Recommended Accommodations web page for more information.

Submit the Exam Application

Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT)
Cross Connection Control Specialist (CCCS)

Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT)

Submit the BPAT Exam Application

Prerequisite: None

IMPORTANT: Complete and submit the Certification Exam Application PDF form at least 20 days prior to the exam date (preferably sooner).

Steps:

  1. Download and complete the BPAT Certification Exam Application (PDF) here.
  2. Submit the Exam Application with payment information according to the instructions on the application.
    (The certification exam fee is NOT included in the class fee.)
    1. After CA NV AWWA reviews and processes the exam application, you will receive two Exam confirmation emails:
      1. The first from “ca-nv-awwa.org” for the hands-on/practical portion of the BPAT exam.
      2. The second from “CandidateSupport” with instructions on how to schedule the Computer-Based Test (CBT) on a date/time/location you choose.
        Note: Be sure to schedule the CBT as soon after the class and practical/hands-on exam as possible, so the class information is fresh in your mind.

Take and Pass the BPAT Exam

Exam Format: Hands-on/Practical Test and a Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Exam Locations:

  • The Hands-on/Practical Test will be hosted by Mitch's Certified Classes in Sacramento on the Saturday after the class.
  • The CBT will be held at a testing center you choose (there are 40 to 50 throughout California and Nevada to choose from).

Cross Connection Control Specialist (CCCS)

Submit the CCCS Exam Application

Prerequisite: Current Cal Nevada AWWA BPAT Certification

IMPORTANT: Complete and submit the Certification Exam Application PDF form at least 20 days prior to the exam date (preferably sooner).

Steps:

  1.  Download and complete the CCCS Certification Exam Application (PDF) here.
  2. Submit the Exam Application with payment information according to the instructions on the application.
    (The certification exam fee is NOT included in the class fee.)
    1. After CA NV AWWA reviews and processes the exam application, you will receive an Exam confirmation email from:
      1. “CandidateSupport” with instructions on how to schedule the Computer-Based Test (CBT) on a date/time/location you choose.
        Note: Be sure to schedule the CBT as soon after the class as possible, so the class information is fresh in your mind.

Take and Pass the CCCS Exam

Exam Format: Computer-Based Test (CBT) only

Exam Location:

  • The CBT will be held at a testing center you choose (there are 40 to 50 throughout California and Nevada to choose from).