One Water Solutions Institute
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Take your stormwater expertise to the next level with practical, Colorado-focused training from the Colorado Stormwater Center. Taught by leading experts from across the sector—including non-profits, industry, consulting, and government agencies—our programs bridge the gap between academic research and real-world application.
Whether you need an online course, a full certification, or an in-person workshop, our trainings are grounded in regional best practices and provide the latest knowledge in stormwater management, technologies, practices, and policies.
Gain the actionable skills and regulatory knowledge you need to protect water quality and effectively navigate complex permit requirements.
Group discounts available: register 3–4 participants for 5% off, or 5+ for 10% off.!
Designed for maintenance staff, construction oversight personnel, municipal inspectors, and property owners, this certification provides the practical expertise to inspect, maintain, and ensure the long-term functionality of permanent Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs).
The curriculum is built on the authoritative Mile High Flood District Urban Storm Drainage Criteria Manual (USDCM) Volume 3, focusing on installation criteria (Chapter 4) and maintenance guidance (Chapter 6), and is anchored by the long-term stewardship mandates required by Colorado’s MS4 permits.
You will master inspection procedures for all major SCM types—including filtration, sedimentation, and volume reduction controls—and learn to identify common failure points. A unique highlight is the practical, hands-on learning.
This course includes in-field site visits to nearby SCMs—an attendee favorite—where you will apply inspection techniques and identify common failures in a real-world setting..
Designed for engineers, plan reviewers, and consultants, this certification provides the technical expertise to confidently design and review permanent Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs). The curriculum is built on the authoritative Mile High Flood District Urban Storm Drainage Criteria Manual (USDCM) Volume 3 and the Base Design Standards required by Colorado’s MS4 permits.
You will learn to apply core engineering principles, from maximizing Runoff Reduction to calculating the Water Quality Capture Volume (WQCV), and covering all three Base Design Standards and their exemptions. A unique highlight is the practical, hands-on instruction with the region’s specialized tools, including the SCM Design and MHFD-Detention workbooks.
The course also provides advanced instruction on integrating water quality with flood control using concepts like the Excess Urban Runoff Volume (EURV) and Full Spectrum Detention (FSD).
We are proud to partner with the Groundwork Denver Green Infrastructure Training (GRIT) program to host this exclusive certification for its participants.
This course focuses on the sustainable philosophy of Low Impact Development (LID) and Green Infrastructure (GI), teaching a new generation of professionals how to manage stormwater by mimicking natural hydrology and treating runoff at its source. The curriculum is built around the core “Four-Step Process,” as highlighted by the Mile High Flood District’s (MHFD) approach to managing stormwater, which prioritizes Runoff Reduction through LID.
The program provides a comprehensive regulatory and programmatic foundation, covering everything from the Clean Water Act and CDPS permits to the specific details of the six Minimum Control Measures.
Please note: This is a private certification for GRIT program participants and is not open for public registration. To learn more about this workforce development program or to apply, please visit Groundwork Denver at groundworkcolorado.org.
This certification is the practical guide for stormwater program managers, coordinators, and municipal staff responsible for MS4 permit compliance. We teach you how to implement practical, field-tested solutions to navigate the extremely complex and important environmental laws at the heart of your permit.
The program first establishes the foundational context—defining the “Stormwater Problem,” how urbanization impacts hydrology, and the regulatory framework from the Clean Water Act to Colorado’s CDPS. From there, it provides your complete operational blueprint for the Six Minimum Control Measures (MCMs). You will master the requirements for every pillar: Public Education & Outreach, Illicit Discharge Detection (IDDE), Construction Site Runoff Control, Post-Construction Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs), and Good Housekeeping.
You’ll leave with the practical knowledge to develop SOPs, manage your program, develop your program description document (PDD), and ensure full compliance across your jurisdiction.
Hosted in partnership with EUCI and delivered on their platform, this webinar moves beyond regulatory theory to focus on the practical, field-tested implementation of an NPDES stormwater program. This course is ideal for professionals who manage development, oversee construction, and ensure long-term SCM performance. You will gain field-tested skills in mastering the Development Review process, building defensible Stormwater Management Plans (SWMPs) for active construction sites (MCM 4), and establishing protocols for long-term SCM performance (MCM 5). This is a fast-paced, practical guide to making compliance work in the real world.
Do you have a specific training need that our standard courses don’t cover? Get the exact training you want, how and where you want it. Our customized, private workshops are built around your team’s unique responsibilities.
We can deliver your training as a live webinar, bring it to your office in the greater Denver area, or host your team at the CSU Spur campus, which can be accompanied by a tour of the CSU WaterTAP.
We understand that consultants and busy professionals may not have time for full-day sessions, so we also offer ‘lunch and learn’ style trainings with focused two-hour sessions via webinar. Stop wasting time on irrelevant modules.
We can develop a focused training for your staff, whether it’s a deep dive into Construction Site Stormwater Management for your inspectors, a focused session on SCM Implementation for your field crews, or a technical workshop on Industrial Stormwater Permitting. Tell us your challenge, and we’ll build a program that delivers the practical, relevant skills your team needs to succeed.