CPO Certification Courses

1. A two-day course in a classroom setting 

2. The blended approach;: Pool Operator Primer online class followed by Pool Operator Fusion one-day in-classroom learning CPO Certification requires successful completion of classwork and exam.

Both formats include the chief industry resource (PHTA) Pool & Spa Operator Handbook, also available in Spanish. Upon completion of either format is an exam which must be passed with 75% correct. 

Successful completion results in a five year certification by the Pool and Hot Tub Alliance. 

The CPO Certification course will help you understand how to: 

• Operate a pool more easily and efficiently — saving time and money. 

• Reduce chemical, electrical, biological, and physical hazards — protecting users and employees. 

• Comply to key safety regulations — reducing liability and risk of closure.