Certified Pool Operator Course

Our instructors have received comprehensive training and certification to teach the CPO® certification program. These instructors represent every segment in the aquatics industry including operators, health officials, service professionals, builders, manufacturers, property managers, retailers, and academicians. This training has helped protect millions of swimmers by reducing hazards at aquatic facilities.

Course Information

• The CPO® certification program requires participation in either a two-day class (14-16 hours) taught by one of our certified instructors, a fully online course, or the blended format that combines the online Pool Operator Primer™ and one day of the Pool Operator Fusion™ class of instruction
• The CPO® certification program includes pool and spa chemistry, testing, treatment, filtration, maintenance, automatic feeding equipment, and government requirements
• The CPO® certification program requires an open book written examination
• The CPO® certification is valid for five years

Course Benefits

• Proven educational tool
• Widely accepted by local and state authorities
• Covers topics necessary for pool operators including a section for local and state codes
• Comprehensive handbook that is updated regularly
• All courses are taught by NSPF® certified instructors
• The CPO® certification is recognized nationally and internationally
• Gives participants a better understanding of the operator’s role in pool care, management and risk reduction
• The CPO® Certification program is now eligible for IACET Continuing Education Units (CEUs

About Us

Pool Training Academy is a Pool & Hot Tub Alliance certified institute, teaching various courses throughout the United States. We’ve been instructing Certified Pool Operator CPO Certification courses for over 40 years, utilizing a teaching style that is hands-on, easy to understand, and fun!

• Courses Offered
• Online Classes
• In-Person Classes
• CPO En Espanol
• Video Tutorials
• Educational Resources
• Swimming Pool Codes and Regulations
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