This 40-hr. course takes place Monday through Friday,

February 2 - 6, 2026, from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Group Pricing Available! Contact ce@abcsd.org for more information

This course requires a minimum of 5-years Industry-related experience.

At this forty (40) hour training class, participants will be presented with the guidelines used for acceptable practices of testing backflow prevention assemblies. The participants will also learn the principles of cross-connection control and the methods and devices used to prevent backflow of undesirable substances into water distribution and plumbing systems carrying potable water.

Upon completion of the course, the participants will receive sufficient information and skills to pass the American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE) Examination. On the final day of the training, the certification examination will be administered. This consists of a written examination and a hands-on examination. The exam for an initial tester certification consists of 100 questions. Presently, the initial certification candidate must demonstrate the field test procedure for a reduced-pressure principle assembly, double check valve assembly, pressure vacuum breaker assembly, and spill-resistant vacuum breakers without notes or assistance.

IS YOUR TUITION COVERED?  If so, please contact Construction Education at (858) 513-4700 or continuinged@abcsd.org to register.  Student’s email address and contact phone number are required.

Active Duty Military or Veteran? Receive a 10% discount off of your tuition for ABCSD’s Continuing Education or Safety classes. To be eligible, you must submit one of the following:

• Active Duty Military ID
• VA Health Care ID
• DL feat. Veterans Designation
• Form DD-214

Document submission for eligibility is only required once.  To register and receive your discount, please call or email Construction Education at continuinged@abcsd.org or 858-513-4700.

Thank you for your service.

CLASS PARKING: The gates to the right of our building will be open.  Please park in the back lot.

CANCELLATIONS:  Requests for refunds, credits or transfers of tuition to a future date cannot be honored after Friday, January 2, 2026.

CANCELLATION IF TUITION COVERED: The above cancellation policy applies and notification to ABC is appreciated. Lack of cancellation and no-showing for a class will result in the full amount of tuition being deducted from any remaining Training Funds available for future use.

QUESTIONS?  Please call (858) 513-4700 and ask for Construction Education.