Wow, I've read his post several times, and am still trying to find where he wants to "shortcut his way to becoming certified ....". All he did was ask the "quickest" way. If that's an apprenticeship, school, on-line, whatever, it sounds like he'll do it. Quickest doesn't mean short cut. Or, did you drag out your training/certification just so it wasn't "quickest"?
Sorry, but your entire last post is a defence of your opinion. That defence is exactly what I was looking for....
"One post wonder" here is just a slob homowner who's done just enough to be dangerous, and likes to learn from pros. That's why I lurk here. No change in username, either. Same loser that I've always been.
Thanks for pointing out the obvious: You can't DIY to a license. I know that, you know that, and that's one of the reasons our supply/waste systems in this country are safe, well designed, and reliable.
Sorry about poking the bear. Just trying to make a minor point....
You win...