What Is A CPO?

CPO® certification is 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 240,000 successful CPO®certifications in 44 countries. The CPO® certification program is widely accepted by health departments. CPO-Logo

Classroom CPO® Certification

The CPO® certification program can be taken as a two-day class that covers 14-16 hours of information from the NSPF® Pool & Spa Operator™ Handbook (provided) and local codes taught by an NSPF® Instructor. This dynamic setting offers direct interaction with an instructor and fellow students. Pass the open book exam and earn CPO®certification.

General Information About the CPO®

  • The CPO® certification program requires participation in either a two-day class (14-16 hours) taught by a certified instructor or the blended format that combines the online Pool Operator Primer™ and one day of the Pool Operator Fusion™ class of instruction
  • The CPO® certification program
  • includes pool and spa chemistry, testing, treatment, filtration, maintenance, automatic feeding equipment, government requirements
  • The CPO® certification program requires an open book written examination
  • The CPO® certification is valid five years

What Are the Benefits of the CPO®

Certification Program?

  • 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
  • All courses are taught by NSPF® certified instructors
  • The CPO® certification is recognized nationally and internationally