Virginia Master Conventional Onsite Soil Evaluator License

The Master Conventional Onsite Soil Evaluator License allows you to do the following work:

Evaluate soil properties
Use and management of soil
Locate conventional and alternative onsite sewage systems
Certify which sites are suitable for conventional onsite sewage systems
Design conventional onsite sewage systems suitable for the soils

How to Get the Master Conventional Onsite Soil Evaluator License in Virginia?

Meet one of the following qualifications in order to apply:
- Qualification 1
  - No prerequisites
  - Education requirements
    - Have a master's or bachelor's degree
  - Documented qualifying experience
    - Have two years of full-time experience evaluating site and soil conditions and designing conventional onsite sewage systems, verified by one or more of the following:
      
      Authorized onsite soil evaluator
      
      Professional engineer
      
      Onsite soil evaluator
- Qualification 2
  - No prerequisites
  - Education requirements
    - Have an associate's degree
  - Documented qualifying experience
    - Have three years of full-time experience evaluating site and soil conditions and designing conventional onsite sewage systems, verified by one or more of the following:
      
      Authorized onsite soil evaluator
      
      Professional engineer
      
      Onsite soil evaluator
- Qualification 3
  - No prerequisites
  - Education required
    - Have completed a VDH onsite sewage system training program
  - Documented qualifying experience
    - Have two years of full-time experience evaluating site and soil conditions and designing conventional onsite sewage systems, verified by one or more of the following:
      
      Authorized onsite soil evaluator
      
      Professional engineer
      
      Onsite soil evaluator
- Qualification 4
  - Prerequisites
    - Be a journeyman or interim conventional onsite soil evaluator
  - No education required
  - Documented qualifying experience
    - Have three years of full-time experience evaluating site and soil conditions and designing conventional onsite sewage systems, verified by one or more of the following:
      
      Authorized onsite soil evaluator
      
      Professional engineer
      
      Onsite soil evaluator
- Qualification 5
  - Prerequisites
    - Have a Virginia professional soil scientist license
    - No education requirements
    - Documented qualifying experience
      
      Have one year of full-time experience evaluating site and soil conditions and designing conventional onsite sewage systems, verified by one or more of the following:
      
      Authorized onsite soil evaluator
      
      Professional Engineer
      
      Onsite soil evaluator
Fill out the experience verification form and attach it to the license application
Send these documents to the DPOR Board for Waterworks and Wastewater Works Operators and Onsite Sewage System Professionals:
9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400
Richmond, Virginia 23233-1485
(804) 367-8595
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
After being approved by the board, apply for the PSI© exam
- If applying online:
  1. Sign in or create an account in PSI©
  2. Fill out the requested information
  3. Schedule and pay for the test
- If applying by phone:
  - Complete the application and call: (855) 340-3910
After passing the test, expect the license via mail to the registered address

Virginia Master Conventional Onsite Soil Evaluator License Exam Prep Course

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Virginia Master Conventional Onsite Soil Evaluator License Exam

Below is all the information related to the trade exam, including the official reference list.

Virginia Master Conventional Onsite Soil Evaluator Trade Exam

Testing Method: Computer-based testing
Number of Questions: 75
Types of Questions: Multiple choice
Time Allowed: 180 Minutes
Minimum Passing Score: 56 Questions
Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
- Site and Soil Evaluation (13)
  - Describing land characteristics
  - Describing soil characteristics
  - Documentation of characteristics
  - Limiting features
  - Sanitary surveys
- Perform Security and Safety Procedures (3)
  - Pathogens
  - Personal protective equipment
  - Source contamination
  - Trench and excavation safety
- System Design (14)
  - Controls for pumps, systems, etc
  - Conveyance
  - Dispersal
    - Conventional dispersal
  - Distribution
  - Documentation of the design
  - Loading rates
    - Conventional loading rates
    - Alternative loading rates
  - Wastewater characteristics
  - Treatments
    - Conventional treatments
    - Alternative treatments
  - Wastewater treatment processes
  - Setbacks
- Inspections (5)
  - Evaluate equipment
    - Check and evaluate the capacity of the equipment
    - Pipes and fittings
    - Tanks and infrastructure
- General Science and Mathematical Principles (12)
  - Mathematics
    - Basic arithmetic
    - Unit conversions
    - Usage of formulas
  - Mechanical principles
  - General science
- Administrative Knowledge and Procedures (8)
  - Monitoring/reporting requirements
  - Recordkeeping
  - Record and evaluate data
- Laws and Regulations (20)
  - Standard practices for quality
  - State laws relating to licensure
  - Wastewater regulations
    - Conventional
    - Alternative
  - Well water regulations

Virginia Master Conventional Onsite Soil Evaluator Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Master Conventional Onsite Soil Evaluator exam. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS, and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

VIRGINIA MASTER CONVENTIONAL ONSITE SOIL EVALUATOR - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

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VIRGINIA MASTER CONVENTIONAL ONSITE SOIL EVALUATOR - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

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