Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment Certification Training Course

Name: AESAC Phase 2 ESA Training Course - Halifax, NS.
Start: 2026-10-06T08:30:00-0300
End: 2026-10-08T17:00:59-0300
Location: Future Inns

The Course is suitable for both experienced practitioners and junior or intermediate professionals wishing to expand their knowledge and/or obtain certification. Previously completing the AESAC Phase I training course is recommended. This course provides in depth instruction and training on the Phase II Environmental Site Assessment process.

Successful completion of this course along with passing the certification exam entitles the attendee eligibility to apply for the CESAII (Certified Environmental Site Assessor Phase II) designation***.

Course fee includes step-by-step manual, drilling/sampling exercises, take home assignments, resource materials, exam preparation, and final certification examination (prerequisites for CESAII certification). Lunch and refreshments are provided.

Course topics include:

How to Design a Phase II to Meet the Primary Assessment Objectives
Conducting a Phase II to meet CSA Z-769-00 Guidelines
Overview of Applicable Environmental Regulations
Sampling plans, health and safety plans
Drilling & Sampling, Monitoring Well Installations, Water sampling, and much more.
Laboratory Data Analysis, reviewing and reporting
Case Studies, Group Projects, and take home assignments
Expert guest speakers
CESAII Certification Exam

The Halifax course is expanded to included provincial guidelines and regulations for NS, NB, NL, and PEI. These additions contain valuable information and resources for practitioners operating in Eastern Canada.

Course Instructor:
Scott MacKnight, Ph.D., EP(CEA)

Scott is the President of OCL Group with over 30 years of experience in environmental assessment, contaminated site remediation, environmental management, and professional training, having led major Phase I–III assessments and some of the largest remediation projects in Atlantic Canada for public and private clients. An internationally certified environmental auditor and educator, Scott is a long-standing adjunct professor at Dalhousie University, a board member of professional associations, a frequent conference speaker, and co-author of several technical books.