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Virtual Certified Pool Operator (CPO) - April/May

Certification course from the National Swimming Foundation - Virtual Format

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 8:30 AM (PDT) to Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:30 PM (PDT)

Zoom links provided prior to class dates.

* Registration open until 4/24/26 at 12:00 AM (PDT)

Ensure your amenities do not become a dangerous liability!

This intensive virtual course covers:

  • How to reduce risks in and around the water
  • Valuable information to prevent drowning, recreational water illness, suction entrapment, evisceration, diving accidents, electrocutions, chemical hazards, and slips and falls
  • Summarized regulatory guidelines
  • Disinfection, water balance, water problems, and troubleshooting
  • Chemical testing and record keeping
  • Chemical feed and control technology
  • Maintenance
  • Energy conservation

Important Information:
  • Students MUST COMPLETE ALL COMPONENTS OF THE PROGRAM IN ORDER.
  • Course materials are sent to you prior to class, so register early! This class is math intensive. You will be sent a “Pool Math” book. It is important that you use it to prepare for class. 
  • Spanish materials available - indicate on your registration if needed.
  • You will need access to a computer with strong wifi, a camera and microphone. The use of a phone or tablet will not be an acceptable means of taking the class.
  • Upon completion of the course and a passing grade on the exam, participants are awarded a 5-year certification..

*There are no cancellations, make-up classes. There are no refunds issued to registrants who do not complete the requirements of the program


Photo Release:

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Registration Options

Credits Price
CPO | Member
Registration Ends 4/23/26 at 8:30 AM PDT
$450.00
CPO | Future Member
Registration Ends 4/23/26 at 8:30 AM PDT
$550.00

Agenda

April 24
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Virtual Orientation
May 5
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Deadline for Completion of Self-Paced Online Primer Course
May 6
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Virtual CPO Class
May 7
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Virtual CPO Review and Exam

For More Information:

Hannah Ashcraft
Hannah Ashcraft
Events and Education Specialist Washington Multi-Family Housing Association (253)487-8000