32-Hour Training Course Leading to Certification as a Backflow Prevention Tester/Mechanic

For information on available dates contact our office (410) 461-5977.

NOTE: To reserve your space in the class please be sure to register early. Applicants are accepted on a first-come first serve basis. No recording devices allowed in the classroom. Call (410) 461-5977 for a new schedule or visit us at www.marylandphcc.org.

The Maryland State Board of Plumbing requires the successful completion of an approved 32-Hour Backflow Training Course as a pre-requisite for the Journey/Master Plumber examination. The focus of this course shall be to develop a working knowledge of the causes and principles of the backflow and backflow prevention. Recognizing proper backflow prevention assembly application and operation is stressed. A complete understanding and ability to perform accepted field test procedures for all backflow prevention assemblies are required for Certification.

BOOKS: The University of Florida (TREEO) Backflow Prevention Theory and Practice book is included in the registration fees and is yours to keep.

CERTIFICATION: Your certification is good for three (3) years. PLEASE NOTE: There is NO grace period beyond your 3-year certification. If you allow your license to expire, you will be required to take the full 32-hour course again.

If you fail the course and are required to re-test you will be notified by the office, there is no additional charge for the re-test.

REGISTRATION: Applicants are accepted on FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVE basis. Class size is limited to 15 persons.

COST:
MARYLAND PHCC MEMBERS – $500
NON-MEMBERS – $650

APPLICATION:

Please scroll to the lower portion of this page for our online application.

1. APPLICANT:  please provide identification (listed below) along with your completed application and registration fees. The online application is below.

2. ATTENTION: Please email the following documentation to [email protected]

APPRENTICES – Copy of a valid Maryland Apprentice Plumber Registration Card
JOURNEY – Copy of a valid Maryland State Journey License
MASTER PLUMBERS – Copy of a valid Maryland Master Plumber License
WSSC – OUT OF STATE PLUMBERS – Copy of your WSSC or State License
STATE/FEDERAL GOVERNMENT – Copy of State/Federal issued ID card

CLASS SCHEDULE

PLEASE NOTE:

Due to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key bridge, you may need to allow yourself extra time to get to class. Please plan your route ahead of time.

September 9, 11, 14, 15, 2024 

Monday/Wednesday 5:30 pm
Saturday/Sunday 7:30 am

Dundalk Community College
7200 Sollers Point Road
Baltimore, MD 

October 7, 9, 12. 13, 2024 

Monday/Wednesday 5:30 pm
Saturday/Sunday 7:30 am

Dundalk Community College
7200 Sollers Point Road
Baltimore, MD 

November 11, 13, 16, 17, 2024 

Monday/Wednesday 5:30 pm
Saturday/Sunday 7:30 am

Dundalk Community College
7200 Sollers Point Road
Baltimore, MD