Certified Pool Operator & Inspector Certification

CERTIFIED POOL & SPA OPERATOR® (CPO®) CERTIFICATION

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The Certified Pool & Spa Operator® (CPO®) certification program is the world’s leading education and certification program for keeping pools safer and keeping them open. Over 650,000 students have been trained since 1973. CPO® certification provides individuals with the knowledge, techniques, and skills required for proper pool operations. Certification is required in Colorado and 24 other states for professional pool operators, and it’s a great way for recreational pool owners to expand their knowledge!

You will learn to:

  • Reduce risks in and around the water.
  • Prevent drowning, recreational water illness, suction entrapment, evisceration, diving accidents, electrocutions, chemical hazards, and slips and falls.
  • Address regulatory guidelines.
  • Maintain disinfection and water balance.
  • Manage water problems.
  • Perform troubleshooting, chemical testing, and record keeping.
  • Manage chemical feed.
  • Utilize automation and technology.

As a Certified CPO®, you will:

  • Receive a 5-year CPO® Certification.
  • Receive an electronic CPO® Certificate and wallet card plus hard copy.
  • Receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
  • Have access to supportive career growth with additional service and maintenance certifications.
  • Receive a CPO® Badge you can add to your social media and email signature that allows the industry to verify you are current and certified with PHTA.
  • Join communities online to better support your efforts in the industry.

Pikes Peak Athletics Training Center (PPATC)
Certified Pool & Spa Operator® (CPO®) | $400 In-person
Certified Pool & Spa Operator® (CPO®) | $450 Virtual* not intended for operators in Florida or South Carolina.
Must be 16 years old to register.

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CERTIFIED POOL & SPA INSPECTOR® (CPI®) CERTIFICATION

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The Certified Pool & Spa Inspector® (CPI®) certification program creates a foundation for health officials and pool operators to conduct pool and spa inspections to support the assurance of a sanitary, healthy, and safe environment for staff and patrons of public swimming pools and spas.

Through the CPI® training course (certification requirement) and passing of the exam, the credential holder will have the ability to:

  • Understand the basis for code requirements and why a violation is a public health hazard.
  • Perform an inspection of the pool and spa area.
  • Evaluate swimming pool operation and maintenance.
  • Assess the circulation system and its components.
  • Evaluate a facility for VGB Act compliance.
  • Recognize the elements of spa inspections.
  • Understand recreational water illnesses.
  • Maintain supervision and operator records.
  • Recognize the elements of aquatic play features.
  • Understand swimming pool design standards and their impact on public health.

Pikes Peak Athletics Training Center (PPATC)
Certified Pool Inspector® (CPI®) | $300
Must be 16 years old to register. Two years of industry experience is recommended but not required. 


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*Must be registered by five days prior to the start of class*

Questions or looking for the next class option? Email rgrigull@pikespeakathletics.com.

This is what other professionals have had to say about our CPO® classes:

  • “Great hands-on learning at a facility with a pool!” | Health Inspector of over 23 years

  • “Rory was very knowledgeable and had an answer for all of my questions. He is a great instructor!!!” | Hotel Maintenance Technician

  • “I thought Rory was friendly, well-spoken, professional, and answered questions perfectly.”| Head Lifeguard

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