WRc Academy

Facilitating the required and necessary training solutions to share, develop and retain knowledge for the success and improvement of the water and environmental sectors.

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Harnessing

our rounded perspectives on both the basics and the cutting edge, the best practices and relationships across supply chain, industry, policy makers and regulators

Maximising

career and learning potential by considering behavioural preferences to improve effective communications for learners with all levels of experience

Supporting

knowledge transfer of incredible local knowledge, know-how, know-why and know-who from experienced staff who leave or retire from the industry

The challenge

The water industry faces a whole host of challenges over the next few decades, ranging from:

climate change impacting on the quality and resilience of resources;
decreasing customer acceptability, affordability and appreciation for the value of water;
ageing assets needing replacing or renovation more frequently than currently planned; and
an ageing workforce with a decreasing pool of young people studying STEM subjects.

At WRc, we have a long history of solving problems through innovation and collaboration. We firmly believe that the current problems require solutions that will stand the test of time and therefore must be built on solid scientific and engineering knowledge.

Our mission to share knowledge

WRc has accumulated an unrivalled legacy of over 95 years of water sector and environmental knowledge. How do we ensure that this knowledge is shared with those people who want (and need) to know for AMP7 and beyond?

Our answer is to offer training modules and mentoring on subjects that are very relevant to the existing water and wastewater community of today, as they are to all new entrants joining this exciting world of water. Our mission is to build greater expertise and capability within the water sector through knowledge sharing.

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Environment Training

WRc provides integrated catchment management services for the managed water cycle, enabling environmental objectives to be achieved from source to sea. Our Environment training modules are designed to equip attendees with the necessary skills and knowledge to support their environmental focus through the effective use of statistics, data analysis and appropriate models.

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Waste Training

WRc has long been at the forefront of research and innovation to combat the result of incorrect waste disposals of networks, causing blockages and fatbergs. Our ‘Waste’ modules are designed to educate WaSC operators and FOG producers to improve sewer operations.

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Sewerage Training

WRc’s sewer operations team have been at the forefront of training, research and analysis work to provide a more proactive focus to sewer system failures. Through training and understanding of the mechanisms and causes of failures which lead to sewer system issues and flooding, costly and avoidable network problems can be avoided.

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Support beyond the classroom

Best practice overview

Formal training on international best practice, delivered by experienced trainers.

Explore and understand existing practices

Technical experts hear from local practictioners to understand current practices.

Joint development of roadmap

Workshop process to develop ways to move from current practices to best practice.

Support, assistance, mentoring and review

Management and delivery of specific projects or proof-of-concept
Mentoring of staff
Audit and review of implementation

Solutions for all team members

Formal structured
Semi-structured
Mentoring

Training courses for larger groups (4+) using a mixture of elements appealing to all learning styles. This can be supported by structured tests to confirm understanding as required by the client.

Training courses for smaller groups (2 – 4). Loose and semi-structured discussion on a topic with more question and answer sessions tailored to the attendees needs.

For individuals. Access to a range of technical specialists on a wide range of topics that can provide support on a flexible and informal basis over phone, email and face-to-face as required. This format of capacity building may be particularly suited to senior members of staff, or on specific topics throughout a project delivery and implementation phase.

Water Treatment Training

We cover all aspects of water and wastewater treatment covering training and capacity building conceptual design for asset planning, operational optimization and guidance and compliance and technology scanning and evaluations. In addition we always apply forward thinking to shape and ensure sustainable solutions.

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Potable Water Training

WRc have a 95 year legacy of supporting the water sector with technology assessment, data analytics and training to provide potable water to the UK and international water companies. Our training modules provide operations teams and management with the knowledge and technical skills to address the challenges faced in providing potable water to customers.

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Technology Training

WRc has a long history of technology analysis and evaluation for products supporting the water network cycle. Our training modules help prepare for a digital workforce by equipping attendees with the knowledge and understanding of appropriate criteria to evaluate and select the most suitable solution for their unique situations.

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Tailored knowledge transfer

Our friendly and professional trainers are able to run a training module at our fully equipped facility in Swindon, or run in-house courses for groups of 8 or more at your preferred location and on a suitable date. We’ll bring everything with us needed to run the course; you just simply need to provide the delegates and a venue.

Alternatively we can plan a workshop to suit your training needs. If you are unable to find the exact module you are looking for, get in touch. We will create a tailored training workshop for you, either in-house or through one of our training partners.

WRc Academy Terms and Conditions

Helping solve problems with technical expertise and innovative solutions

Whether you are a multi-national corporate, a regulated utility company, a government department, a contractor or an independent technology developer or supplier our team will work with you to deliver exceptional service and create valued solutions for your needs.

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Responding to global challenges

Our work is driven by delivering a better future for people and the planet. Together with our partners and clients we focus on identifying sustainable solutions that support delivery of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

The services we provide

With 95 years of experience we provide end-to-end services to help organisations achieve their aspirations in a sustainable and efficient manner. We provide consultancy, knowledge transfer, operational services and innovative solution development.

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If you would like more information about any of our products or services, or have a question please don't hesitate to get in touch. One of our friendly team will get back to you promptly.

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