Course Details

CPO 2-Day Traditional Classroom

The 2-Day In-Person Course Format

The 2-Day
In-Person Course Format


Our 2-Day Classroom Course is the traditional Certified Pool Operator experience. Our instructors will lead participants through the CPO curriculum in a dynamic classroom environment.

Students will have time to interact and engage with the instructor throughout both days with additional time for one-on-one instruction.

Your certification will be good for five years.

More details:

  • Online Class Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m each day, with breaks for lunch.
  • Tuition is $395.00. This includes all materials, textbook, examination, and certification fees.
  • Textbook: We’ll ship materials immediately upon enrollment. Your textbook and welcome information will arrive in 2-3 mail days via USPS. Enroll with the address where we should send the packet.

Additional Course Formats

Fusion Copy 2
Fusion Self-Study
Online3
2-Day Online

Upcoming 2-Day Classroom Courses

March 2025
Thu. 20 - Fri. 21
2-Day Classroom Course
NIU Branch Campus in Naperville – Naperville, IL
May 2025
Thu. 8 - Fri. 9
2-Day Classroom Course
City of Independence Civic Center – Independence, OH
June 2025
Thu. 5 - Fri. 6
2-Day Classroom Course
NIU Branch Campus in Naperville – Naperville, IL
Mon. 9 - Tue. 10
2-Day Classroom Course
City of Troy Recreation Center – Troy, MI
Complete Pool Operator Course Schedule for all Formats

Who Should Attend this Course?

  • Pool Managers
  • Facility Engineers
  • Club Managers
  • Hotel and Motel Engineering Staff
  • Housekeeping Staff
  • Seasonal Aquatic Staff
  • Recreation Facility Managers
  • Public Health Department Sanitarians
  • 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 pools, spas, and fountains has 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.

Our Experience

Aquatic Council instructors have taught over 15,000 commercial swimming pool operators certified since 1986. The course is designed to offer a practical learning experience that will personally benefit you.

OUR GUARANTEE: If you are not completely satisfied, your registration fee will be fully refunded. Contact us for a list of satisfied participants.

What is the CPO?

The CPO is recognized nationwide 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 pool operator training curriculum is academic based. The course is taught by university educators with no bias of commercial pool manufacturers or suppliers.
CPO Certification Details