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Why Take a WTI Course? |
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there are many different providers of training related to wetlands and the
Corps of Engineers’ Regulatory Program. Many universities and private
companies advertise wetland delineation courses. How can you know which is
the best value for your limited training funds? We suggest you look
at the backgrounds and experience of the instructors and read participants’
comments on our website.
WTI selects its instructors not only for their academic training and abilities to teach, but because of their backgrounds in the subject matter and their continuing application in the real world of wetland and water regulation. Each has an outstanding academic background. Beyond that, WTI instructors have been actively involved in the development of the technical procedures, manuals, policies, regulations, and judicial decisions that are the backbone of wetland science and wetland regulatory programs and they continue applying that expertise in permit cases throughout the country. Want to know more? For more information about our instructors go to the bios page. A link is at the bottom of this page.
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Course Content |
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M ost WTI courses have broad applicability throughout the United States. Thus, whether you take Basic Wetland Delineation in the Northwest or Planning Hydrology for Constructed Wetlands in the Southeast, the majority of the information in both classes will be applicable in either place. Courses on plant ID are regionally focused. Participants who successfully complete any WTI course receive a certificate of completion.The atmosphere at all courses is informal. In specified courses, your daily attire should be suitable for field excursions. In those courses, expect to get wet, dirty, and tired. Normally participants are not exposed to water greater than ankle deep, but obviously we cannot guarantee any particular field conditions. |
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Registration and Payment |
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Registration with a VISA or Mastercard number is convenient and safe via our secure website. Go to the registration link below. To register by fax or mail, print out this registration form in pdf format, and fax it (1-877-792-6482) or mail it (WTI, PO Box 31, Glenwood, NM 88039) along with your check, made out to Wetland Training Institute, for the full tuition, or a deposit of $350 per session. Space in each course is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. A valid Visa or Mastercard number will be accepted in lieu of deposit and the full amount will be charged to the card upon confirmation of the class. A copy of a government Purchase Order will also be accepted in lieu of a deposit. Space in a course will be held no more than five days unless full tuition or a deposit is received. If full payment or a deposit is not received within five days, your registration will be considered incomplete, and a place in the course will no longer be reserved for you. Your registration will be reinstated only upon receipt of a copy of the P.O., a check for payment in full, or a valid credit card number. WTI does not invoice private companies.
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Confirmation |
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WTI confirms courses as soon as there is adequate enrollment to cover cost but no later than two weeks before the start of the class. We make every attempt not to cancel classes, but sometimes that is unavoidable. After WTI has determined there are sufficient students to conduct a session, a confirmation letter will be e-mailed to those with complete registrations. The confirmation will include course details, including the course schedule and the price, location, and phone number of the hotel where the course lectures will be held. The confirmation letter will also include other pertinent information regarding the course in which you are registered and a list of items you should bring. The confirmation letter will be e-mailed to you at the address provided in your registration. The balance of the tuition is due and payable upon receiving the Confirmation Notice.
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Accommodations and Transportation |
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Lodging and meals are not included in the registration fee. Most sessions are conducted at commercial hotels. For all courses of more than one day in length, WTI will attempt to reserve a block of rooms at the course location for participants to make their own reservations if they wish to stay at the course location. Transportation to and from course locations is the responsibility of each participant. All transportation for field trips is provided by WTI. Courses begin promptly at 8:00 AM on the first day, and most end at 3:00 PM on the final day, unless otherwise noted.
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Cancellations and Refunds |
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Deposits received after a session has been filled to maximum enrollment will be returned. Should it become necessary for WTI to cancel a session, registrants will be contacted and offered the opportunity to participate in another session or to receive a full refund. For a registrant to cancel a registration and receive a full refund, WTI must receive a written notice at least two weeks prior to the session. Cancellations in writing after that time, but more than one week prior to the session, will receive a 75% refund. No refunds will be given for cancellations during the week prior to a session.
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Course Locations and Dates |
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For a list of all the course locations and dates, please follow the link: |
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