Join presenters for an engaging conversation with educators & industry leaders as they take a behind-the-scenes look at the development of Waubonsee Community College’s new Drinking Water/ Wastewater Technology Certificate, launching in fall 2025.
In this webinar, you will get a glimpse of the process of creating the program—from identifying industry needs and building partnerships, to designing curriculum based on KSAs vetted with workforce demands using the Business & Industry Leadership Team(BILT) model of co-leadership.
Presenters will explore the certificate’s structure, its connection to regional and national wastewater industry standards, and how the program is preparing students for essential roles in water and wastewater management. Whether you're an educator, industry partner, or workforce development professional, this session will offer valuable insight into building responsive and forward-thinking technician education.
Key topics include:
- The collaborative process behind program development
- Curriculum highlights and hands-on learning components
- Industry affiliations and advisory support
- Long-term goals for workforce impact and student success
- Webinar
- Agricultural and Environmental Technologies
