Pool Managers Workshop
Clive Family Aquatic Center
Clive, Iowa
Friday, May 16
9:00 a.m. to ~ 3:00 p.m.
Fee - $10 per staff member (fee includes all handouts, snacks, lunch and drinks)
Information flyer (PDF)
Nationally certified instructor, Dave Peters, shares valuable aquatic information
Aquatic CEU Workshop Registration/Information Flyer (PDF File)
Certified Pool Operator Course Registration/Information Brochure (PDF File)
Register on-line for Certified Pool Operator Course - we accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover
Register on-line for the Aquatic CEU Workshop - we accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover
Certified Pool and Spa Operator Schools (National Swimming Pool & Spa Foundation Course)
- Fee: Full Course: $195/person - Non IPRA Member $185/person - IPRA Member
- Fee: CPO Manual (revised edition 2007) $45 (includes shipping and handling
Aquatic C.E.U. Workshops (Approved by the Iowa Department of Public Health)
GOALS
The National Swimming Pool Foundation developed the Certified Pool Operators course to educate personnel in the field of aquatics in the most up-to-date techniques available. The Iowa Park and Recreation Association is a state-wide organization of recreation and aquatic professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality of educational programs in the area. Together these organizations have launched a joint effort to provide an outstanding and rewarding course which will benefit everyone from the hands-on maintenance staff to the departmental director.
OUTSTANDING PROGRAM
Our Certified Pool Operators course strives to provide you with the finest educational experience by providing 1) individual attention and tutoring from knowledgeable support staff, 2) opportunity to network with instructors and fellow classmates to broaden your resource base, 3) time to ask questions and to take part in class discussions for help with specific problems. A course which has seen test results of 90% or higher in more than 50% of those enrolled!
COURSE CONTENT
What do you get?
** Training in the most advanced techniques aimed at helping you protect both the swimmer and the investment in your facility.
** In-depth instruction on how to accurately calculate when and how to adjust pool chemistry.
** A close look at the effect filtration, circulation and sanitation have on your pool and how you can make or break a budget.
** Information on various techniques will give you the ability to make money-wise choices.
Successful completion of at least 70% on a written open book exam will result in certification as a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) issued by the National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF) valid for five years.
STATE APPROVED
This course is approved by the Iowa Department of Public Health. It meets all requirements specified by the IDPH Code Regulation 15.11 (1) and I.P.R.A. approved for 1.3 CEU’s. In addition, all Certified Pool Operators must receive an average of 10 hours of approved CEU’s in a five year period concurrent with his/her CPO certification. These continuing education hours may be obtained by taking the I.P.R.A. CEU Aquatic Workshops.
RECERTIFICATION OPTIONS
A CPO certfication is valid for five years from the date noted at the bottom of the certificate. For those with a current certification, you have the following options:
Full Course—the student will attend all sessions and take the certification test, but will not be issued a manual. Class times are 8:30 AM—5:00 PM on both days. Cost $185.00 per person and includes lecture, all hand-outs, lunches, breaks and state registration fee.
CPO Manual—$45.00 per manual. Manuals are sold separately and not included with the full course registration fee.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Class size limited to a maximum of 50 and a minimum of 12. Registrations will be taken on a first-come-first-filled basis.
CPO Manual will be mailed in advance whenever possible. Registrations received later than two weeks before each course will not have materials mailed. Rather, participants will receive materials on-site.
Participants are responsible for obtaining his/her own lodging. If you are staying at the property, please identify yourself as with the “CPO School”.
I.P.R.A. reserves the right to cancel or alter the date of a school due to weather conditions, low enrollment or illness of an instructor. Should this occur, every effort will be made to relocate you to the next convenient school.
A full refund will only be given when notice of cancellation is received at least two weeks prior to the scheduled school. After this timeframe, a prorated refund may be offered. To receive a possible refund, participants must contact the I.P.R.A. office in writing.
FACULTY
The school is coordinated by leaders in the swimming pool industry. Our teaching staff includes individuals with updated, cutting-edge technological information, extensive experience in construction of new and refurbished facilities, daily operations, trouble-shooting and hands-on experience in operations from staffing to water balance. His/her background and ability to relate to class member questions and concerns combine for an outstanding educational experience.
