On behalf of MassDEP, we offer System Inspector and Soil Evaluator certification classes.
The Title 5 System Inspector certification course consists of a full day of classroom training, followed by a 2-hour multiple choice exam a week later. NEIWPCC offers this course at least twice a year, usually in the Spring and Fall, and in various areas of the state.
Courses/Exams:
The last Title 5 System Inspector certification class was held November 12, 2019 in Springfield, MA. A new class is currently being planned for the spring of 2020. If you would like to be put on the notification list, please email us at title5@neiwpcc.org.
Please note that a System Inspector Application/Eligibility form, along with proof of eligibility, must also be submitted with any certification class registration form. A class registration form.
To receive hard copies of the System Inspector Application/Eligibility Form and the registration form for this certification class, call NEIWPCC at 978-323-7929, ext. 105 or email us at title5@neiwpcc.org.
Note: NEIWPCC reserves the right to postpone or reschedule any course due to insufficient registration or inclement weather conditions.
The Title 5 Soil Evaluator certification class is an 8-week course (one session per week) that includes three classroom sessions followed by a morning classroom (multiple choice) exam session, then three field sessions followed by a half-day field exam.
The classroom sessions are conducted in one location, while the field sessions are conducted in different areas of the state in order to expose students to various soil types and conditions within the state. NEIWPCC offers this program at least once a year, usually in mid-late Spring. A Fall course may be offered as well, depending on demand, and has been offered over the last few years.
Courses/Exams:
The fall 2019 Title 5 Soil Evaluator Certification class concluded in October. A new class is currently being planned for the spring of 2020. You can email title5@neiwpcc.org to be put on the notification list for the next class.
Frimpter Exercise
Reference Material Exercise Answer Key
Surficial Materials of Mass – Map Database Pamphlet
Hydromat – Appendix A
For each field session, students should download and bring ample copies of Form 11; make sure to have filled out Section B. Information for each Field Day will be posted several days before the date. DIRECTIONS to the field sessions will be updated and posted here prior to the course.
Note: Students need to download, print out and bring with them at least one copy of the “Form 11 – SE cert class version” for each soil test pit at each field Session. For field Session 1, for example, you will need 4 copies. NOTE: For field EXAMS, you should use THIS VERSION OF THE Form 11 (click link at left). This version has certain items “X”ed out that you do NOT need to fill out during the exam.
Please NOTE: A Liability Waiver Release for SE field sessions is required for the MA Title 5 Soil Evaluator (SE) classes that are field classes or have a field component. This waiver form must be completed and submitted with any SE Certification class (the full 8-session certification course), Refresher field session/course or make-up field exam registration. This (signed and dated) waiver form must be received before the first classroom session in order for you to attend field sessions or one of these field classes or exams.
To receive hard copies of the Soil Evaluator Forms and the Registration Form for training classes, call NEIWPCC at 978-323-7929, ext. 105 or email us at title5@neiwpcc.org.
NEIWPCC reserves the right to postpone or reschedule due to insufficient registration or inclement weather conditions.
Additional Classes/Exams:
There are no Soil Evaluator Refresher Courses scheduled at this time. The next course will be scheduled for Spring 2020.
A Re-take Written Exam will be scheduled for winter/spring in Lowell, MA. For extra help, there is an optional hour-long Question & Answer Session right before the exam.
A Re-take Field Exam will be scheduled for Spring 2020.
Materials
Reference Links
Reference Material Presentation
Please NOTE: A Liability Waiver Release for SE field sessions is required for the MA Title 5 Soil Evaluator (SE) classes that are field classes or have a field component. This waiver form must be completed and submitted with any SE Certification class (the full 8-session certification course), Refresher field session/course or make-up field exam registration. This (signed and dated) waiver form must be received before the first classroom session in order for you to attend field sessions or one of these field classes or exams.
To receive hard copies of the Soil Evaluator Refresher training classes or makeup exam schedules, call NEIWPCC at 978-323-7929, ext. 105 or email us at title5@neiwpcc.org.
NEIWPCC reserves the right to postpone or reschedule any course due to insufficient registration or inclement weather conditions.
To be added to the mailing list for either program, please contact NEIWPCC at 978-323-7929, ex.105 or email us at title5@neiwpcc.org. For additional information on Title 5 and onsite systems, refer to the MassDEP web site.
