What is the Certified Pool/Spa Operator® Certification Program

CPO® certification courses are designed to provide individuals with the basic knowledge, techniques, and skills of pool and spa operations. The Certified Pool/Spa Operator® certification program has delivered more training than any other program in the pool and spa industry since 1972, resulting in more than 342,623 successful CPO® certifications in 86 countries. Many state and local health departments accept the CPO® certification program. Instructors receive 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 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

FEES:

$375.00 per person which includes Instructional material, NSPF certification fee and course expenses and 1 CPO  handbook (plus tax, if applicable). All books will be shipped. Late registrations will pick up book at the class. Must register 10 business days before class for books to be shipped. Please bring a handheld calculator with you to the course. It would be a benefit to you to review the CPO handbook prior to the course. Attendance to all sessions is mandatory to qualify to take the CPO exam. Spear reserves the right to cancel the course if necessary with full refund.

• • If you are unable to attend the course you registered for, you must notify us three weeks before the first day of the class to get a full refund.

• Cancellations within 3 weeks of the first day of class will be charged a $50.00 cancellation fee.