Wipe Out Pollution with a Career in Environmental Remediation
Unearth a promising future with the environmental remediation technician program at St. Louis Community College. This free, six-week training, in partnership with Saint Louis University, offers hands-on experience in hazardous waste management. You'll acquire essential skills for the abatement and remediation of asbestos, lead and other hazardous materials. Gain certifications while learning to restore ecosystems and apply advanced treatment technologies.
What is the Environmental Remediation Tech Program at St. Louis Community College?
Designed to meet the needs of employers in the St. Louis metropolitan area, the environmental remeditation technician program focuses on entry-level skills and prepares you for licensing and certification in Missouri and Illinois. You'll earn 20 valuable certifications, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER). The coursework culminates in a capstone class, offering hands-on experience at local remediation sites. Training in ecosystem restoration is also included, equipping you to enter the growing "green jobs" market.
What Can You Do as an Environmental Remediation Tech?
As an environmental remediation technician, you can work in a variety of sectors, including:
- Government agencies
- Private consulting firms
- The construction industry
- Waste management
Your roles may include ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting site assessments, developing remediation plans and overseeing cleanups. Opportunities also exist in non-profits and advocacy groups, focusing on public education and environmental restoration.
Environmental Remediation Technician Short-Term Career Training
- Locations: Forest Park, Salus Center - Saint Louis University
- Duration: Six weeks, Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Student cost: Free. All books and materials provided.
Requirements
The following requirements must be met for acceptance:
- 18 years of age or older
- Have a current, valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Eligible for employment in the United States
- Pass a drug test
Ideal candidates will have knowledge of, or experience in, construction to include rehabilitation work and do-it-yourself projects.
Licenses and Certifications
Through this program, you'll be able to obtain the following essential licenses and certifications for a career in environmental services:
- OSHA 10-Hour Online Training: Construction & Safety
- 40-Hour HAZWOPER
- Asbestos Abatement Worker (MO/IL)
- Lead Abatement Worker (MO/IL)
- OSHA 7200, 7205, 7300, 7405, 7410
- Lead Renovator, Repair and Painting
- Mold Remediation
- Radiation Worker
- Innovative/Alternative Treatment Technologies
- Environmental Technologies
- Environmental Sampling & Monitoring
- Storm Water Management
- Underground Storage Tanks
- Ecosystem Restoration
- First Aid and CPR/AED
Informational Sessions
Join us to learn about the environmental remediation technician program and start the enrollment process.
Date/Time: Thursdays from 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Location: 5460 Highland Park building, STLCC-Forest Park. Park in Lot E, and then walk across
the street to the Highland Park building. Sessions are held in the classroom near
the front door.