ARCSA's "Certified Associate" (CA) Program recognizes those individuals in the rainwater harvesting industry in a support roll who have taken the time and effort to understand the importance, complexity, process and the health implications involved in rainwater harvesting and use.

Requirements for the "Certified Associate" (CA) recognition include:
1. Completion of the 1 day (6-8 hour) workshop
2. Completion and passing of a 50 question test
3. ARCSA membership
4.  application

To continue receiving this designation CA's must maintain ARCSA membership and submit 2 CEUs annually along with annual renewals.

ARCSA's "Certified Associate" Courses are open to the public and any industry professional in sales or related businesses to the rainwater harvesting industry and are  pursuing a greater understanding of rainwater harvesting. The course is required for those seeking ARCSA CA designation.

This 6-8 hour course covers water issues, supply and demand calculations,  tank sizing, material and location options, conveyance and delivery of water to its intended use and use options. Also water quality concerns for intended uses are covered along with national codes, and restrictions.

Presented by an ARCSA approved instructor
Registration: www.arcsa.org
Cost: $200 per person workshop fee
Includes Text book and Thumbdrive
Additional fee to become a CA: Application and testing fee: $75
Registration: www.arcsa

Please note that the course duration and outline may vary slightly between workshops.