CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSESSWANA also offers a variety of continu-ing education classes throughout the year at our national events and sympo-sia. These courses are designed to give you advanced knowledge in a specific subject area and can be a great way to earn the CEUs you need to maintain your SWANA Certification.

Landfill Operations Basics (Also Available in Spanish)Through interactive classroom exercises, discussions, and case studies, you will explore landfill operations and how they relate to one another, increasing effec-tiveness on the job.

Landfill Operational IssuesThis course gives landfill professionals the opportunity to study and discuss in-depth the daily issues of landfill opera-tions. Learn to control costs, maximize site airspace, determine landfill efficiency and use effective landfill management practices.

Landfill Gas BasicsIncrease your understanding of landfill gas basics with this introductory course. You’ll become familiar with system de-sign, construction and monitoring while also learning about the importance of landfill gas control and utilization.

Landfill Gas Systems Operation and MaintenanceSWANA instructors will present you with the best practices and procedures for both the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems.

FEMA Debris ManagementThis course addresses the issues of dispos-ing of debris associated with catastrophic disaster debris management planning. As a participant, you will develop a Debris Management Plan based on the discus-sions and presentations shown.

Household Hazardous Waste & CESQG Facility Operations 24 Hour TrainingLearn the most common aspects of household hazardous wastes, includ-ing how to identify and avoid chemical, operational and health hazards, possible emergencies and federal regulations.

Waste Screening at MSW Management Facilities (Also Available in Spanish)Learn how to determine the source of hazardous waste, gain a better under-standing of regulatory issues, learn about fundamentals of waste screening and understand what to include in your waste screening program.

SWANA ONLINE All you need is an internet connection and phone line to receive top industry training from the comfort of your home or office.

Online CoursesInstructor-led courses taught online for your convenience. Also available as recordings.

E-SessionsWeekly webinars on a variety of solid waste topics presented by top industry professionals.

Web-Based TrainingLong-term (25-60 hrs) online courses offer-ing training on a number of MSW topics.

Staying Certified Is As Easy As 1,2,3!

Step 1: Obtain 30 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) within a three year period OR retake the Certification Exam. Step 2: Complete the Certification Renewal Ap-plication at www.SWANA.org. Step 3: Submit your application and the recertification fee to SWANA. Contact SWANA’s Training and Certification Coordinator at learn@swana.org or 1-800-GO-SWANA (467-9262) for more information.

2011 SWANA Training Opportunities

Visit www.SWANA.org/2011Training for more information and to register.

Course Offerings Winter Training Center - Los Angeles, California - February 16-18, 2011 EarlyMember EarlyNon-member Member Non-memberManaging Recycling Systems $720.00 $870.00 $770.00 $920.00 Managing Transfer Station Systems $720.00 $870.00 $770.00 $920.00 Managing MSW Collection Systems $720.00 $870.00 $770.00 $920.00 Managing Construction & Demolition $720.00 $870.00 $770.00 $920.00 MaterialsManager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) $725.00 $875.00 $775.00 $925.00 Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) $725.00 $875.00 $775.00 $925.00 Recertification

34th Annual Landfill Gas Symposium - Dallas, Texas - March 21-23, 2011 EarlyMember EarlyNon-member Member Non-member

Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) $725.00 $875.00 $775.00 $925.00Landfill Gas Basics $310.00 $425.00 $365.00 $475.00 Landfill Gas Systems Operation and $310.00 $425.00 $365.00 $475.00 Maintenance

19th Annual Waste-to-Energy Conference - Lancaster, Pennsylvania - May 16-18, 2011 EarlyMember EarlyNon-member Member Non-member

Managing Transfer Station Systems $720.00 $870.00 $770.00 $920.00 Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) $725.00 $875.00 $775.00 $925.00

WASTECON 2011 - Nashville, Tennessee - August 23-25, 2011RegisterbyMarch31,2011fordiscountedrates! Member Non-Member

Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) $840.00 $1,110.00 Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) Recertification $840.00 $1,110.00 Managing Construction & Demolition Materials $835.00 $1,107.00 Managing Transfer Station Systems $835.00 $1,107.00 Managing MSW Collection Systems $835.00 $1,107.00 Managing Recycling Systems $835.00 $1,107.00 Managing Composting Programs $835.00 $1,107.00 Manager of Bioreactor Landfills $770.00 $1,085.00 Landfill Gas Systems Operation & Maintenance $750.00 $1,032.00 Wastescreening at MSW Management Facilities $199.00 $399.00 AfterMarch31,2011,visitwww.WASTECON.orgforratesanddetails.

Fall Training Center - Orlando, Florida - October 31-November 2, 2011 EarlyMember EarlyNon-member Member Non-member

Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) $725.00 $875.00 $775.00 $925.00 Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) $725.00 $875.00 $775.00 $925.00 RecertificationManaging Construction & Demolition $720.00 $870.00 $770.00 $920.00 MaterialsManaging Transfer Station Systems $720.00 $870.00 $770.00 $920.00 Managing Recycling Systems $720.00 $870.00 $770.00 $920.00 Managing MSW Collection Systems $720.00 $870.00 $770.00 $920.00

TRAINING ON-DEMANDSWANA training whenever, wherever you need it.

On-Site TrainingBring a SWANA classroom to your workplace! User-friendly training and educational materials allow you to train your entire staff without leaving your facility. Packages include 1 Instructor’s Guide, 1 Presentation CD, 5 student manuals and 6 CEU verification forms.

Landfill Gas BasicsIncrease your understanding of landfill gas basics with this introductory course. You’ll become familiar with system de-sign, construction and monitoring while also learning about the importance of landfill gas control and utilization.

Landfill Gas Systems Operation and MaintenanceLearn best practices and procedures for both the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems.

Landfill Operations Basics (Also Available in Spanish) Through interactive classroom exercises, discussions, and case studies, you will explore landfill operations and how they relate to one another, increasing effectiveness on the job.

Training Collection Operations Personnel (TCOP)Train your staff on collection operations using interactive classroom exercises, discussions and case studies.

Waste Screening at MSW Management Facilities (Also Available in Spanish)Learn how to determine the source of hazardous waste, gain a better understanding of regulatory issues, learn about fundamentals of waste screening and understand what to include in your waste screening program.

Construction and Demolition Debris ManagementWith this manual, you will focus on the planning issues and implementation opportunities associated with the recycling of construction waste and demolition debris.

Health and SafetySWANA offers several health and safety courses to train your staff on safe work-place practices. Courses are available for the following: • Collection Personnel • Transfer Station Personnel • Landfill Personnel • Material Recycling Facility (MRF)

Personnel

Home Study CoursesMany of the on-site training courses are also available as home studies. These courses allow you to study at your own pace before completing the included exam. Score a 90% or higher and receive credit for the course. Available courses include: • Landfill Gas Basics• Landfill Operations Basics (also available in Spanish) • Training Collection Operations Personnel • Waste Screening at MSW Management Facilities (also available in Spanish) • Construction and Demolition Debris Management

Managing Landfill Gas at MSW LandfillsNot currently available for on-site train-ing, this home study covers topics such as MSW landfill emission generation, composition, migration and extraction components, as well as regulatory re-quirements under to RCRA and the Clean Air Act.

For more information about SWANA’s 2011 training

opportunities, please visit www.SWANA.org/2011Training.

Certification Exams Exams will be offered for all 8 Disciplines at each testing center. Visit www.SWANA.org for more information.

Location DateMemberNon-MemberLos Angeles, CA February 19, 2011

$175 $300 Dallas, TX March 24, 2011 Lancaster, PA May 19, 2011 Nashville, TN August 24, 2011 Orlando, FL November 3, 2011 Certification testing is also available by appointment at the SWANA office in Silver Spring, MD. Email certification@swana.org for details and to arrange a time.

On-Site Training Each package includes 1 Instructor’s Guide, 1 Presentation CD (Microsoft PowerPoint) and 5 Student Manuals and 6 CEU Verification Forms Member Non-Member Landfill Gas Basics $500.00 $1,000.00Landfill Gas Systems Operation and Maintenance $500.00 $1,000.00Landfill Operations Basics $500.00 $1,000.00Landfill Operations Basics (Spanish Version) $500.00 $1,000.00Training for Collection Operations Personnel $500.00 $1,000.00Waste Screening at MSW Management Facilities $500.00 $1,000.00Waste Screening at MSW Management Facilities (Spanish Version) $500.00 $1,000.00Construction and Demolition Debris Management $500.00 $1,000.00Health and Safety $400.00 $600.00Extra On-Site Student Manuals $95.00 $125.00

Home Study Courses Member Non-Member Landfill Gas Basics $105.00 $250.00Landfill Operations Basics $105.00 $250.00Landfill Operations Basics (Spanish Version) $105.00 $250.00Training for Collection Operations Personnel $105.00 $250.00Waste Screening at MSW Management Facilities $105.00 $250.00Waste Screening at MSW Management Facilities (Spanish Version) $105.00 $250.00Construction and Demolition Debris Management $105.00 $250.00Managing Landfill Gas at MSW Landfills $95.00 $95.00

SWANA TrainingSWANA is the leading professional association in the solid waste field. For over 40 years, SWANA has been committed to providing top of the line industry training and has con-tinuously improved and expanded its training programs. This brochure highlights the diverse types of train-ing offered by SWANA and provides descriptions of our various courses.

SWANA CertificationSWANA Certification is accepted by numerous states and provinces as the standard for solid waste employees and offers invaluable benefits to certified individuals and their employers.

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• Bioreactor Landfill Management (Requires Landfill Management Certification)

• Collection Systems

• Composting Programs

• Construction & Demolition (C&D) Materials

• Municipal Solid Waste Systems

• Recycling Systems

• Transfer Station Systems

Many states/provinces recognize SWANA as an approved training and continu-ing education provider. Attendance at SWANA national or chapter training does not guarantee credits will be accepted by your state/provincial certifying board. Your state/province may grant credits differently than the SWANA CEUs distributed for the event. It is important to consult your state/provincial certification board for details and any required approval prior to the training.

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Certification:1. Register for a testing center at

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2. Pay the certification fee. (see website for pricing)

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the eight disciplines.

SWANA Certification Verifies:• Advanced knowledge in specific subject areas

• Familiarity with best management practices and regulatory requirements

• Professional competence, allowing for career advancement

SWANA Certification Encourages:• More cost effective operations

• Fewer violations and better environmental compliance

• Better protection of human health and the environment

SWANA Certification CoursesSWANA offers training courses for each of the eight certification disciplines. While not required in order to take the exam, these courses will help prepare you for the certification exam in just two or three days!

Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO)Learn comprehensive information on running successful landfills. You’ll discuss landfill site restrictions, compliance with design requirements and what to consider when planning, operating and closing landfills.

Municipal Solid Waste SystemsAs a preparatory course for SWANA’s MSW Systems Management certification exam, you will learn the fundamentals of the planning, operating and managing of solid waste systems.

Managing Recycling SystemsIncrease your skills in planning, design and management of waste reduction, recycling and composting systems. Learn about markets for recycled materials, operation of MRFs and collection of recyclables.

Managing Construction and Demolition MaterialsExpand your knowledge of managing construction and demolition materials. This includes definition, composition, as well as environmental and human safety issues at job sites and C&D landfill siting. This course also prepares you for SWA-NA’s C&D Certification Exam.

Managing Transfer Station SystemsIf you are, or want to be, a transfer station manager this course will prepare you to effectively plan, design and manage MSW transfer stations.

Managing Composting ProgramsThis course will not only prepare you for SWANA’s Composting Programs certifica-tion exam, but will also help you gain knowledge in composting, residential and commercial organic wastes. Also discover how to effectively plan, design and operate a composting facility.

Manager of Bioreactor LandfillsLearn about bioreactor landfill technology with this prep course for the Bioreactor Landfill Management Certification exam. You’ll explore new methods of landfill operations, includ-ing leachate recirculation, aerobic and anaerobic bioreactors.

Managing Municipal Solid Waste Collection SystemsGain an understanding about the key elements with hands-on instruction in the planning, management and operations of solid waste and recyclable collection services.

For more information about SWANA’s 2011 training opportunities, please visit www.SWANA.org/2011Training.