TCEQ Regulations

In accordance with state law, Texas Water Code Chapter 37, and Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1904.052, any individual who installs and services fixed or portable equipment in public or private systems in the State of Texas for the analysis and treatment of potable water to alter or purify the water or to add or remove a mineral, chemical, or bacterial content must be a Licensed Water Treatment Specialist. (WTS)

The following table describes WTS licensing requirements. For more information about obtaining a WTS License, please visit the TCEQ Website

Water Treatment Specialist License Information
Water Treatment Specialist License Type & Level	Validity Period	Application Fee	Education for Renewal	Experience Required	Training Credit	Exam Required	Continuing Education for Renewal
Class I Water Treatment Specialist	3 Years	$111.00	None	None	None	Yes	12 Hours
Class II Water Treatment Specialist	3 Years	$111.00	Less than High School Diploma	3 Years	Basic Water Conditioning Course	Yes	12 Hours
			High School Diploma or GED	2 Years
			1 Year of College	1 Year
Class III Water Treatment Specialist	3 Years	$111.00	High School Diploma or GED	1 to 3 years depending upon the amount and type or education or training completed	Basic Water Conditioning Course	Yes	12 Hours
			2 Years of College
			Bachelor's Degree*
* Only college degrees in an engineering discipline eligible for registration as a professional engineer in Texas. Degrees with a major in chemistry, biology, bacteriology, or an approved similar discipline are acceptable on a case by case basis.

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