CPO COURSE FORMATS The National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF) has just finished a new REVISION to be released at the end of January 2009 for the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Program! Why eProAcademy? Online learning is quickly becoming the preferred classroom for busy professionals in many industries. To reach more professionals by a more convenient way to participate in continuing education, NSPF® developed eProAcademy. The courses offered through eProAcademy are professionally developed to provide thorough coverage of each subject, and are designed specifically for online learning. Now, you can take courses, at your convenience, and at your own pace.YOU NOW HAVE TWO TRAINING OPTIONS TO CHOOSE: Blended Format Pool Operator Primer™ Pool Operator Fusion™ The Pool Operator Primer™ can be taken as a stand alone online training class. Or, by also taking the Pool Operator Fusion™ you can earn a CPO® certification. For students who have taken the Pool Operator Primer™ within the past 6 months. Successfully complete a 1-day class led by a certified instructor to earn a CPO® certification.   The Pool School will still offer the REVISED two-day training program when requested.  Upon successful completion you will receive certification and registration as a Pool/Spa Operator valid for five years.  The CPO is recognized nation-wide as the leading standard of the swimming pool industry.  The CPO seal of approval is assurance to commercial pool and spa owners that their facilities and guests are under the care and supervision of a trained professional.  Participants are trained in the most advanced techniques of chemical treatment, filtration, and mechanical system operation and maintenance.
COURSE DATES: 2009 CPO 7 - DECEMBER 12, 2009 Blended Format   2010 CPO 1 - FEBRUARY 7, 2010 CPO 2 - MARCH 21, 2010 CPO 3 - APRIL 18, 2010 CPO 4 – MAY 16, 2010 CPO 5 – JUNE 6, 2010 All designed to run as the Blended Format SCHEDULED CLASSES: Class agendas and timeline will be sent after registration. LOCATION: Christiansburg, VA (Exact location will be confirmed 30 days prior to class)unless otherwise noted.	END OF YEAR SPECIAL REGISTER BY DECEMBER 15, 2009 AND RECEIVE A $25 DISCOUNT ON EACH REGISTRATION. TUITION: CPO tuition includes materials, NEW CPO manual, exam & 5-year certification. $295.00 Regular Registration Traditional or Blended Online class Must be received one month prior to class $175.00 Pool Primer Registration Includes CPO Manual $50.00 NEW CPO MANUAL $50.00 Retesting Fee MINIMUM OF 6 PERSONS IS REQUIRED TO RUN A CLASS. NEED MORE INFORMATION: www.thepoolschool.net
WHAT IS THE CPO? The National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF) offers this extensive training program. Upon successful completion you will receive certification and registration as a Pool/Spa Operator valid for five years. The CPO is recognized nation-wide as the leading standard of the swimming pool industry. The CPO seal of approval is assurance to commercial pool and spa owners that their facilities and guests are under the care and supervision of a trained professional. Participants are trained in the most advanced techniques of chemical treatment, filtration, and mechanical system operation and maintenance. This curriculum is academic based, with no bias of commercial pool manufacturers or suppliers. WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS COURSE? Pool managers, facility operators, club managers, hotel and motel operations and housekeeping staff, seasonal aquatic staff, recreation facility managers and public health department sanitarians have all benefited. If you are planning to build or renovate a pool you will find this course extremely valuable. WHY SHOULD YOU BE CERTIFIED? States and municipalities are constantly editing and/or revising their pool/spa operating codes; pool operators are expected to know this information. Older pools are less efficient, creating a challenge for skilled operators to maintain and operate with limited funds and resources. New pools with unique design features require specialized operation and maintenance practices. The growing number of water parks, swimming parks, and spas have increased the need for professionally trained operators who have technical knowledge. Rapid advances in technology require the constant updating of operator knowledge and skill. Good training can result in the efficient operation of your facility, saving thousands of budget dollars.