Corporate Training By Zack Academy - Certified Pool Operator (CPO)

This Certified Pool Operator (CPO) course teaches individuals the basic knowledge and skills needed for pool and spa operations. A number of states currently require CPO certification for all pool operators, and many more are considering adding the requirement. Even in states where the requirement does not exist, CPO certification enables the pool operator to manage pools more safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. The course takes two consecutive days to complete and an open book test given at the conclusion.

Upon successful completion of this comprehensive course and exam, the participant will be CPO certified in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands for a period of five years.

Topics Covered

• CPO and State Bathing Codes
• Water Chemistry
• Filtration and Recirculation
• Seasonal Pool Care
• Pool Management
• Energy Management
• Pool Calculations
• Water Testing and Adjustments
• Maintenance and Operational Problems
• Spas
• Renovation and Modernization
• Disease and Accident Prevention

Who Should Attend?

• Facility Managers
• Lifeguards
• Hotel and Apartment Staff
• Health Department Staff
• Pool Technicians

Certification Exam:

The open-book exam will be conducted at the end of class and is included with your registration! Students must achieve a passing score of 75% or higher to earn the certification.

State & Local Requirements:

Participants should contact their state health department to confirm regulations related to pool operation management and certification requirements. 

States Requiring Pool Operator Certification:

• Alaska
• Colorado
• Delaware
• District of Columbia
• Florida
• Georgia
• Idaho
• Iowa
• Maine
• Maryland
  
• Massachusetts
  
• Minnesota
  
• Montana
  
• Nebraska
  
• New Jersey
  
• New Mexico
  
• New York
  
• North Carolina
  
• Oregon
  
• South Carolina
  
• Texas
  
• Utah
  
• West Virginia
  
• Wisconsin
  
• Wyoming

Additionally, some local jurisdictions require certification:

• Clark County, NV
  
• Kansas City, MO
  
• St. Charles County, MO
  
• Cook County, IL
  
• Alleghany County, PA
  
• Baldwin County, AL
  
• Johnson County, KS
  
• Southern Nevada Health District
  
• Manassas County, VA
  
• Washoe County, NV
  
• Los Angeles County, CA