Senate Bill 382 (2024) – Continuing Education Requirements

Melissa Hamilton • August 27, 2024 • Asbestos

On May 17, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 382 into law, bringing significant changes to the continuing education requirements for certain professional licenses in Florida. This new legislation exempts specific licenses from the need for ongoing continuing education. [...]

In Memoriam: Carol Hinton – A Legacy of Leadership and Dedication

acampbell • August 6, 2024 • Update

With a heavy heart, I share the passing of our beloved colleague and friend, Carol Hinton. Carol served as the Director of the UF Training, Research, and Education for Environmental Occupations (TREEO) Center from May 2010 until her retirement in March 2021. Under her leadership, the center offered 6,606 classes and trained 27,358 students in environmental occupations such as Water and Wastewater, Backflow, Solid Waste, and Asbestos. These courses, delivered at the TREEO Center, across the state, and beyond, were crucial in training the next generation of industry professionals who maintain our nation's critical infrastructure. [...]

University of Florida’s Office of Professional and Workforce Development Partners with Ed2Go to Expand Online Course Offerings

Kylie Register • July 10, 2024 • Additional Trades

The University of Florida’s Office of Professional and Workforce Development is excited to announce a new collaboration with Ed2Go, a leading provider of online learning solutions. This partnership aims to enhance and expand our current course offerings by providing a diverse array of online courses designed to meet the evolving needs of professionals and tradespeople. [...]

Celebrating Paul Zak: UF TREEO Instructor Becomes a Certified Safety Professional®

Courtney Glancy • June 6, 2024 • Achievements

UF TREEO instructor, Paul Zak, recently became a Certified Safety Professional® through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. [...]

Environmental Justice: Bringing Jobs to Underserved Communities

Guest • May 15, 2024 • Hazardous Waste

The term “Environmental Justice” is often defined as the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income, with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. [...]

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We are the University’s environmental training center providing non-credit continuing education courses and certificate programs to those working in environmental professions.

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Asbestos Abatement

Participating in an Asbestos course from UF TREEO provides you the information and skills you need to be a leader in your profession.

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Backflow Prevention

We offer a variety of courses and certifications for those working in Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention.

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OSHA Training

OPWD is proud to be a Host Site for select courses offered by the OSHA Training Institute Education Center (OTIEC) at Volunteer State Community College (VSCC)

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Solid & Hazardous Waste

We offer a variety of courses for those in the waste management industry to meet their initial and refresher training requirements.

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Water/Wastewater

We have the staff and network of available resources to ensure that those working in the water and wastewater industry will learn meaningful procedures and techniques for understanding water and wastewater systems and providing safe drinking water.

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Additional Trades

Online open enrollment programs designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional level positions for many in-demand occupations.

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