This QWEL class is for landscapers doing business in the City of Surprise and the West Valley. Others may be admitted on a space available basis.
This is an all day, in-person class offered over a 3 week timeframe. The City of Surprise offers this training FREE of charge. It is a 20+ Hour, EPA WaterSense recognized professional development opportunity.
By registering for this class, you agree to attend all sessions listed below. To pass the QWEL course participants must complete an irrigation audit and pass the QWEL exam.
QWEL graduates are certified to perform an irrigation audit and will be listed for hire on the QWEL, and EPA WaterSense websites.
The curriculum includes the following sections:
This class is for professionals wanting to learn more about water efficient irrigation systems. if you would like to attend and have questions, please contact sandra.hurlbut@surpriseaz.gov
NOTE: Field irrigation audit is November 4, 2026. QWEL Exam will be offered through Monitor Edu and a two week exam window will be open immediately after the class.
Location:
Water Education Center
16126 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374
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Location: 16126 N. Civic Center Plaza
Presenter: Sandra Hurlbut is the Water Conservation Coordinator for the City of Surprise. She is a QWEL Instructor, a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA), and Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT) with the Irrigation Association and a Certified Backflow Prevention General Assembly Tester. This will be the 8th QWEL class offered over the last two years. She has completed training in Basic Smartscape; Advanced Smartscape - Irrigation; Master Gardener with Cochise County Cooperative Extension; and Home Horticulture with Maricopa County Cooperative Extension. She has decades of experience as a presenter and likes to employ hands-on learning.
When:
Wednesday, October 21st, 2026 7:30 am-3:30 pm - Location: Water Education Center
Wednesday, October 28th, 2026 7:30 am-3:30 pm - Location: Water Education Center
Wednesday, November 4th, 2026 7:30 am-3:30 pm - Location: Water Education Center
Registration Closes: 10/20/2026
Sponsored by: City of Surprise
For more information, contact:
Sandra HurlbutThis class is full and online registration is not available.
Wait List: There is a wait list available for this class. Please email Sandra Hurlbut with your first name, last name, phone number and email to get on the wait list.