CPO Recertification
Certified Pool Operator
Renewal Course

Unlimited Exam Attempts.
Nationwide Recertification. 100% Online Course & Exam.

$350.00

CPO Recertification Course Overview

Stay certified and up to date with our Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Recertification Course—the most convenient way for experienced pool professionals to renew their credentials. This fully online, self-paced program combines the required Pool Operator Primer with optional live instruction and a comprehensive suite of digital resources, allowing you to refresh your knowledge on the latest industry standards and best practices. Designed for current CPOs needing recertification, our course ensures compliance with PHTA (Pool & Hot Tub Alliance) requirements while offering maximum flexibility.

Complete the PHTA’s Pool Operator Primer

Virtual Classroom Training: Live or On-Demand

Take your exam on a day that is convenient for you!

Why Choose Our CPO Recertification Course?

Customize Your Certification Journey

Keep your CPO Certification up to date on your terms. Choose between an instructor-led course, a class recording to watch at your convenience, or simply complete the Pool Operator Primer without attending a lesson.

Access our training resources at your own pace, then schedule your exam when you're ready. With multiple proctoring sessions available each month, you can pick a time that fits your schedule.

  • Unlimited Exam Attempts

    Feel secure knowing that this course is a sure thing.  If you encounter any unsuccessful CPO exam attempts, your only task will be selecting the date for your retest.

  • Access to Practice Exams

    Boost your confidence before attending your exam appointment by reviewing practice exams within our portal. You can take them as many times as you need to feel fully prepared.

  • View Class Recording

    Have you ever wished you could go back in time to revisit a lesson to gain more clarity? With us, your class recordings are accessible in your student portal for the entire duration of your enrollment.

  • Credentials on Day Passed

    Directly upon completion of your exam, our in-house proctors promptly process your results, and your credentials are emailed to you within minutes.

  • Shortest 1-day Commitment

    While you can choose to test on the same day, if you decide to test later, your time commitment to us on your Zoom training day is three hours less than other organizations.

  • CPO Recertification Available

    As your CPO certification's five-year expiration date approaches, you can renew it through our CPO Recertification Course.

Upcoming CPO Recertification Course Schedule

Recertification

$350.00

5-Hour LIVE Webinar

Pool Operator Primer + LIVE Webinar Review + Unlimited Exam Attempts

This course format includes the POOL OPERATOR PRIMER along with a virtual LIVE preparation webinar, and practice quizzes with an online proctored exam with UNLIMITED attempts. Proctoring is available IMMEDIATELY following the live webinar if needed. Alternatively, you may schedule your exam at a date and time that works for you.

Saturday, April 12, 2025
10:00am - 3:00pm ET
Zoom Webinar (FULL)

Thursday, April 17, 2025
10:00am - 3:00pm ET
Zoom Webinar

Saturday, May 3, 2025
10:00am - 3:00pm ET
Zoom Webinar

Friday, May 9, 2025
10:00am - 3:00pm ET
Zoom Webinar

Saturday, May 17, 2025
10:00am - 3:00pm ET
Zoom Webinar

Friday, May 23, 2025
10:00am - 3:00pm ET
Zoom Webinar

*Notice to Florida Residents: Our certification is nationally recognized, but we’ve had a temporary pause in offering our online course to students in Florida. Starting this summer, Florida residents will once again be able to enroll in our program. Stay tuned for more details.

**Virtual Delivery is not allowed in all areas. Check your location’s status HERE.

Learning Pathway

✔︎ Pool Operator Primer, 6-8 hrs self-paced learning
✔︎ Virtual classroom training: 5 hrs
✔︎ Up to 3 hours time to complete final exam
✔︎ Exam Passing Score: Minimum 37 points (74%)
✔︎ Instructor support with every step!

CPO Course Outline & Content

✔︎ Pool Safety Protocols
✔︎ Regulatory Compliance
✔︎ CDC Model Aquatic Health Code
✔︎ Best Practices in Pool Facilities
✔︎ Special Considerations for Spas

✔︎ Pool & Spa Management
✔︎ Calculating Pool Water Volume
✔︎ Appropriate Chemical Dosages
✔︎ Pool Water Circulation
✔︎ Filtration Systems & Sizing

I’m ready to enroll and renew my CPO Certification!

Looking to attain an initial CPO Certification?

Your Instructor

Nicole “Nikki” Coleman

Having grown up within The Training Center, a family-operated school dedicated to empowering professionals since 1982, Nicole was immersed in the world of adult education. Over the years, she’s evolved into a skilled instructor who has a unique ability to simplify complex topics, making them approachable and engaging. She believes in empowering her students with the critical thinking skills they need to navigate the ever-evolving professional world and succeed long after a course is over. 

Now approaching 20 years at The Training Center, she’s witnessed first hand how transformative education can be. Having seen generations of professionals thrive in their careers, the most fulfilling aspect of her position has grown to be watching her students use their professional certifications to unlock new opportunities and achieve personal growth. Whether you are a student who is returning to school after a long break, feeling pressure to gain a certification from work or are looking to sharpen your skills, Nikki and The Training Center team are committed to making your learning experience as stress-free and rewarding as possible.

Interested, but have questions? M-F 9-4 ET

Instructor Nicole Coleman (609) 758-2100 ext. 8

Certified Pool Operator Certification FAQ’s

  • The total for the course is $350.00 and this includes all components of the course which includes your CPO Handbook (textbook), Pool Operator Primer modules, practice exams and unlimited attempts at the CPO final exam.

  • The length of the course in its entirety is up to the student. However, the Pool Operator Primer contains about 6-8 hours of content to review (self-paced), the Zoom webinar is 5 hours long and each student has up to 3 hours to complete the final CPO exam during a proctoring session. 

    Since each student must complete the Pool Operator Primer prior to attending the Zoom session, the course cannot be completed in one day. However, the Zoom session and the exam can be scheduled on the same day. 

    1. Upon registration, each student is mailed a CPO Handbook and gains access to the PHTA’s self-paced Pool Operator Primer. The POP contains 6-8 hours of self-paced learning and must be completed before the live Zoom session. Additionally, students gain access to the MyTraining Portal (The Training Center portal) where all of the practice exams reside.

    2. Each student must attend a 5 hour live instructor-led Zoom session

    3. Students may take the proctored final exam directly after the Zoom session or schedule it for a different day.

  • Yes! Should you have any unsuccessful exam attempts, you are able to take it again as soon as the next proctoring session. We recommend that you study a bit more between sessions.

  • We offer the exam each day we offer a live course as well as multiple times during the month. Proctoring sessions are also available on weekends.

  • Each student has access to the material for 6 months.

  • Students will use The Training Center portal (MyTraining) to schedule their proctored final exam. Once they complete the Pool Operator Primer, they can access exam scheduling through our website.

  • This is the first step to earning the CPO Certification, and prerequisite for the Pool Operator training. The online curriculum consists of 8 lessons that cover all 18 chapters in the Pool & Spa Operator Handbook, which is included as part of the training. Successful completion earns the student a Record of Completion, which the student will be able to print from their computer. The PHTA Instructor must confirm that the certificate was received before the 1-day Zoom session.

  • The exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions, requiring at least 37 correct answers to pass. The time limit is 3 hours, with extensions available for ADA accommodations if needed.

  • You will receive your certification digitally through the PHTA the same day you pass your exam!

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