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About the Class

Our certification program is designed to offer you timely, relevant, and expert guidance and knowledge in the industry you engage with daily. This certification is widely recognized at a national level and remains valid for five years.

The tuition fee covers 16 hours of required education, along with a CPO book, informative handouts, exam, and certification fees. To become certified, students are required to pass with a minimum of 74% on the exam consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions.

Be sure to see our Frequently Asked Questions for additional information.

Class Options

Two-Day In-Person Certification Class

Metro: $385 – Non-Metro: $395

  • Schedule: Class starts promptly at 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. We ask that you arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the first day, please bring a valid photo ID. On the second day, there will be an open book exam.
  • Lunch: An hour lunch break is included, please note lunch will not be provided.
  • Material: Textbook and handouts will be provided on the day of the class. We strongly recommend that you bring material for notetaking. For testing purposes, bring a pencil and calculator.

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Two-Day Online Certification Class

$385

We offer limited online classes throughout the year. We encourage you to sign up promptly, as online class slots tend to fill up quickly.

  • Schedule: One week before class begins, you can expect to receive a welcome message from your instructor. Additionally, a follow up email containing the Zoom link will be sent to you the day before class. Class starts promptly at 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM with a one-hour lunch break included. On the second day, there will be a 3-hour open-book exam.
  • Material: The CPO handbook and handouts will be shipped approximately 2-3 weeks prior to the class. These materials will be sent to the address provided on your registration form. We strongly recommend that you have material for note-taking: notebook, pen, and pencil. You will need to bring a calculator with you.

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One-Day Re-Certification Class

$360

To be eligible for this class, participants must hold a valid certificate. A copy of the certificate must be provided upon registration.

  • Schedule: Class starts promptly at 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. We ask that you arrive 15 minutes early to check-in, please bring a valid photo ID. There will be an open book exam.
  • Lunch: An hour lunch break is included, please note lunch will not be provided.
  • Material: Textbook and handouts will be provided on the day of the class. We strongly recommend that you bring material for notetaking. For testing purposes, bring a pencil and calculator.

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Retest

$295

Participants who failed a two-day seminar may enroll for a retest on the second day of any two-day course with the original instructor.

Who can attend a CPO seminar?

  • Property Managers
  • Maintenance Technicians
  • Public Health Officials and Sanitarians
  • Daycare Providers
  • Hotel Maintenance Personnel
  • Pool Service Companies
  • Residential Individuals

Why should you get certified?

  • It is expected that pool operators to keep themselves informed about the updated pool/spa operating codes, as these regulations are subject to frequent changes by the State.
  • Skilled operators face a challenge when maintaining and operating older pools with limited funds and resources, as these pools tend to be less efficient.
  • New pools with unique designs require specialized maintenance and operation practices. The increasing number of water features has resulted in a higher demand for trained operations for technical expertise.
  • Through effective training, facilities can be operated more efficiently, leading to significant budget savings.
  • Operators must stay current with their knowledge and skills due to the rapid pace of technological advancements.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please view our Frequently Asked Questions or contact us at:

seminars@horizonpoolsupply.com

651-917-3075, option 5