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Why earn your CPO Certification?

CPO® Certification · $329

Earning the prestigious Certified Pool/Spa Operator® Certification (CPO® Certification) gives you the latest information available for commercial and residential pools and spas. Earn your certification by taking a traditional 2-day classroom course or take the blended format.  The blended format includes an online course (Pool Operator Primer) and a 1-day classroom course (Pool Operator Fusion).

Pool Operator Primer™ Online Course

You can quickly improve your knowledge and reduce risk by taking this engaging, interactive program.  This online training program can be the first step to earning CPO® Certification or it can be an excellent stand-alone course in the fundamentals of pool and spa operation. NSPF® Pool & Spa Operator™ Handbook included.  

Pool Operator Fusion™ Classroom Course

This one-day classroom course is the second step to earning a CPO® Certification for those that successfully completed the Pool Operator Primer™ Online Course.  In this course, the instructor will review concepts in the online course, answer questions, cover state codes and administer an exam.  Students must present a Pool Operator Primer™ record of completion to the instructor at the beginning of the course.  Successful completion of the Pool Operator Fusion™ course will earn a CPO® Certification. 

CPO® Certification benefits include:

• The most widely accepted program by local
  and state authorities

• Knowledge in topics necessary for pool/spa operation

• Confidence that courses are taught by
  NSPF® certified instructors

• Comprehensive, annually updated materials

• Better understanding of the operator’s role in pool care, management, and risk reduction 

• Access to monthly updates and news from NSPF

• Eligibility for Continuing Education Units (CEUs)