- Level
- 1-Year Post Secondary Certificate
- CIP code
- 15.0506
- Duration
- 12 Months
- Open intake
-
Off-shoreSep 2026
- Field
- Environmental Science and Sustainable Development
- Institution
- Public College
- Offer speed
- Fast Offer Speed5–7 days
- Next deadline
- 2026-09-01
Program overview
The Water and Wastewater Treatment Operations certificate at SAIT in Calgary trains you to manage the systems that keep our water clean and safe. You’ll learn water and wastewater treatment, distribution, water quality and plant operations, with hands-on technical training and a practicum.
This certificate prepares you for essential operator roles with municipalities and industry. (Note: not currently PGWP-eligible.)
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
Who can apply (guide for Indian students):
- Education: Completed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board (CBSE, ICSE or State board).
- English test (any one): IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5), PTE Academic 53, TOEFL iBT 80, or Duolingo 105.
This is a short, focused certificate designed to make you job-ready quickly.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bachelor's degree marksheets & final certificate
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Updated CV / resume
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
- Water Treatment Operator
- Wastewater Operator
- Utilities Operator
- Plant Operator
- Environmental Operations Technician
About Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
- Type
- College
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.7
- Reference No.
- O18761749692
