06-23-2022 - Certified Pool Operator (CPO) - Online, Live

Training Provider: Turnage & Associates

Dates: TH Jun 23, FR Jun 24 from 8:00am to 5:30pm US/Central

Location: Online, Live

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This Certified Pool Operator (CPO) course teaches individuals the basic knowledge and skills needed for pool and spa operations. A number of states currently require CPO certification for all pool operators, and many more are considering adding the requirement. Even in states where the requirement does not exist, CPO certification enables the pool operator to manage pools more safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. The course takes two consecutive days to complete and an open book test given at the conclusion.

Upon successful completion of this comprehensive course and exam, the participant will be CPO certified in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands for a period of five years.


Topics Covered

  • CPO and State Bathing Codes
  • Water Chemistry
  • Filtration and Recirculation
  • Seasonal Pool Care
  • Pool Management
  • Energy Management
  • Pool Calculations
  • Water Testing and Adjustments
  • Maintenance and Operational Problems
  • Spas
  • Renovation and Modernization
  • Disease and Accident Prevention


Who Should Attend?

  • Facility Managers
  • Lifeguards
  • Hotel and Apartment Staff
  • Health Department Staff
  • Pool Technicians


Certification Exam:

The open-book exam will be conducted at the end of class and is included with your registration! Students must achieve a passing score of 75% or higher to earn the certification.


State & Local Requirements:

Participants should contact their state health department to confirm regulations related to pool operation management and certification requirements. 

States Requiring Pool Operator Certification:

  • Alaska
  • Colorado
  • Delaware
  • District of Columbia
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Idaho
  • Iowa
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Minnesota
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • Oregon
  • South Carolina
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

Additionally, some local jurisdictions require certification:

  • Clark County, NV
  • Kansas City, MO
  • St. Charles County, MO
  • Cook County, IL
  • Alleghany County, PA
  • Baldwin County, AL
  • Johnson County, KS
  • Southern Nevada Health District
  • Manassas County, VA
  • Washoe County, NV
  • Los Angeles County, CA

COURSE LOGISTICS
CertificatesWithin 7 days from course completion, information will be sent to the student on how to download their certificate. Instructions will be give in class.
FoodDonuts and coffee provided.
100% Verified Reviews
Below are the most recent student reviews for previous Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Courses. All reviews are from people who registered for and attended the course.
Average rating: Average Rating stars out of 5 stars ( 4.9 out of 5 stars - 59 59 student reviews)


Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userRich S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 27, 2024
Instructor was very knowledgeable about the material. He made the learning fun. It was very easy to navigate the webinar.... Instructor was very knowledgeable about the material. He made the learning fun. It was very easy to navigate the webinar. I highly recommend Zack Academy as well as Turnage & Associates
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userGary S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on June 24, 2023
Outstanding course, David is a great instructor, lots of good information. Class was very interesting, and thanks to PBAA... Outstanding course, David is a great instructor, lots of good information. Class was very interesting, and thanks to PBAA for hosting the event
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userTaylor E.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on May 13, 2023
David was awesome. You could tell he has been doing this awhile. There was a lot of information and I feel he was able to... David was awesome. You could tell he has been doing this awhile. There was a lot of information and I feel he was able to keep me engaged and alert. Guy is funny as hell too lol
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userGary T.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on April 13, 2023
David was a great instructor. very easy to understand made the class fun. He made sure every one understood what was needed... David was a great instructor. very easy to understand made the class fun. He made sure every one understood what was needed and how to do things. If we got it quick he would move on if we needed a little more help he slowed down.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userVincent D.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on April 13, 2023
Great in all ways Great in all ways
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userStephen B.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on April 13, 2023
Outstanding instructor! He made it easy to understand. TY! Outstanding instructor! He made it easy to understand. TY!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userRobert G.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 2, 2023
David is by far the best CPO webinar course instructor out there 100%! His webinar is interesting informative and fun! Yes... David is by far the best CPO webinar course instructor out there 100%! His webinar is interesting informative and fun! Yes fun! The best webinar I have ever taken . His many years of experience and expertise shine through. If you need your CPO fast like I did David is the go to guy .period. Thanks again David .
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userIftekhar S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 3, 2022
Great class with lots of focused informations. David is fantastic instructor. Great class with lots of focused informations. David is fantastic instructor.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userDavid T.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on August 18, 2022
This course was short but very informative and very helpful for an aspiring pool operator like myself. It also helped me... This course was short but very informative and very helpful for an aspiring pool operator like myself. It also helped me understand how to maintain swimming pools as well as passing CPO test. I highly recommend it!!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userKatie B.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on August 7, 2022
David made this class fun, and was easy to communicate with! Answered all questions in great detail to ensure we absorbed... David made this class fun, and was easy to communicate with! Answered all questions in great detail to ensure we absorbed as much information as possible. I feel confident taking care of my community's pool now!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userGarnette N.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on June 30, 2022
David is an excellent instructor. He blends discussion and the lessons well. To the point where someone with no experience... David is an excellent instructor. He blends discussion and the lessons well. To the point where someone with no experience can obtain a perfect score on the exam
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userLarry A.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on June 30, 2022
The instructor answered every question that I asked was patient and made me feel that it was fine to ask any question that... The instructor answered every question that I asked was patient and made me feel that it was fine to ask any question that I had during the training. The instructor seemed to be extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter. The instructors time management for the course was very good.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userOsvel V.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on May 18, 2022
Great class . Teacher very professional and knowledgeable. Great class . Teacher very professional and knowledgeable.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userJohn T.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on May 14, 2022
very professional and organized!!! very professional and organized!!!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userRomeo R.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on May 14, 2022
David is an amazing teacher and person. He has gone above and beyond to insure that his students understand and have the... David is an amazing teacher and person. He has gone above and beyond to insure that his students understand and have the knowledge of all operations of the pool responsibilities. Thanks so much for your help.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userThomas R.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on April 30, 2022
Mr. Turnage is an excellent instructor, takes the time to explain everything in depth so all can understand. I learned so... Mr. Turnage is an excellent instructor, takes the time to explain everything in depth so all can understand. I learned so much from the course and can’t wait to improve my facility as a result.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userTyrone T.
4 stars out of 5 stars attended on April 1, 2022
In depth coverage of the subject. In depth coverage of the subject.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userRonald A.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on April 1, 2022
The instructor has a wealth of knowledge on this subject. The instructor has a wealth of knowledge on this subject.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userjohn y.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on February 25, 2022
Great instructor Great instructor
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userSara R.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on February 25, 2022
Great class! The class was very informative and fun also. It's not often that instructors are able to keep your attention... Great class! The class was very informative and fun also. It's not often that instructors are able to keep your attention the whole time.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userMichelle S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 28, 2022
I had a very good experience with David Turnage. I received what was probably my best test score ever. I do believe that... I had a very good experience with David Turnage. I received what was probably my best test score ever. I do believe that David's teaching style and advanced knowledge of the information was a big part of it. While I was very nervous of the online platform David very quickly removed a lot of my anxieties with the pre class communication. Highly recommend Turnage & Associates for any of your CPO and pool knowledge needs.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userMaggie W.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 28, 2022
The class was a great experience! I highly recommend this CPO class to anyone needing to get certified! The class was a great experience! I highly recommend this CPO class to anyone needing to get certified!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userRobert P.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on August 27, 2021
Great class! The instructor provided appropriate guidance for course subjects. The course is paced per schedule to cover... Great class! The instructor provided appropriate guidance for course subjects. The course is paced per schedule to cover necessary materials for students to gain necessary industry knowledge. The On-Line course was well organized and convenient for students. Overall, a great experience and recommend!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userIsaac A.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on July 2, 2021
David was awesome. Kept the class interesting with jokes and real world applications to the material. Answers questions in... David was awesome. Kept the class interesting with jokes and real world applications to the material. Answers questions in ways you can better understand the problem. Definitely recommend.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userGuadalupe F.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on July 2, 2021
Very Informative class Great and knowledgeable instructor. Very Informative class Great and knowledgeable instructor.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userSamantha A.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on May 1, 2021
David was a great instructor; he was knowledgeable, was also funny so he definitely kept the class entertaining David was a great instructor; he was knowledgeable, was also funny so he definitely kept the class entertaining
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userRoy S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 30, 2021
Excellent training, my confidence in the industry related knowledge has improved greatly because of David. Thanks so much Excellent training, my confidence in the industry related knowledge has improved greatly because of David. Thanks so much
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userZachary R.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on January 30, 2021
David was awesome and kept this online class moving with great "in the trenches" examples and stories. I had some work issues... David was awesome and kept this online class moving with great "in the trenches" examples and stories. I had some work issues and came back a few minutes late after one break, but David helped get me caught up without issue. I highly recommend Turnage Associates for your online CPO training!!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userEmily R.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on April 25, 2020
David is a awesome teacher and was so helpful. Definitely would recommend to others. David is a awesome teacher and was so helpful. Definitely would recommend to others.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userNorman W.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 19, 2020
The trainer has the rare perspective of an experienced expert witness in court cases involving public pools and hot tubs.... The trainer has the rare perspective of an experienced expert witness in court cases involving public pools and hot tubs. Combine that knowledge with the abilities required to safely operate and maintain public pools as a CPO, sprinkle in some levity and marinate with genuine enthusiasm and you not only learn the material, you want to use what you learn. I have taken several courses over the last three decades and none of my previous instructors could make the hours seem like minutes like he can.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userMiguel Angel (Mike) R.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 7, 2020
Mr. Turnage was very knowledgeable and he made the two day course very interesting and fun. Thank you Mr. Turnage ,I learned... Mr. Turnage was very knowledgeable and he made the two day course very interesting and fun. Thank you Mr. Turnage ,I learned a lot from your course.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userLew M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on March 7, 2020
The class was great and really enjoyed David’s way of teaching! The class was great and really enjoyed David’s way of teaching!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userEric B.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on September 28, 2019
Easy to understand. Very informative. Enjoyed the class! Easy to understand. Very informative. Enjoyed the class!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userDavid L.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on September 28, 2019
Learned a lot and overall, pleased to have attended. Learned a lot and overall, pleased to have attended.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userGary L.
4 stars out of 5 stars attended on August 16, 2019
Instructor was good. Very informative and well prepared.  Instructor was good. Very informative and well prepared. 
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userTyler S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on July 27, 2019
A great instructor. He kept the class fun and did a great job with explaining everything. A great instructor. He kept the class fun and did a great job with explaining everything.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userTyler P.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on July 27, 2019
Overall, a great course. Overall, a great course.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userHilario C.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on July 27, 2019
It’s a good course. All material is very clear for students. Instructor does a great job. It’s a good course. All material is very clear for students. Instructor does a great job.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userEdward V.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on June 8, 2019
The trainer was great! He made everything easy to understand and relatable. I'm ready now to take what I've learned and apply... The trainer was great! He made everything easy to understand and relatable. I'm ready now to take what I've learned and apply it in the field. I'm looking forward to the many classes I plan on enrolling in.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userEduardo B.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on April 20, 2019
Great! Great!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userJohnnie Lee S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on April 13, 2019
It was a wonderful course.  It was a wonderful course. 
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userRyan L S.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on November 14, 2018
A supremely qualified and competent instructor. His years of experience in the industry, as well as in teaching CPO courses,... A supremely qualified and competent instructor. His years of experience in the industry, as well as in teaching CPO courses, give him both practical experience and an exhaustive knowledge of the subject matter. His willingness to impart what he knows and to seek the success of his students is readily apparent. I highly recommend him as an instructor and will refer my own acquaintances to him for training in this field. 
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userLuis M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on October 27, 2018
Great information that will actually help us! I can’t wait to take the CPB course now! Great information that will actually help us! I can’t wait to take the CPB course now!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userJames R.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on October 27, 2018
Great class with an even better instructor. Great class with an even better instructor.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userMohammed A.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on July 28, 2018
Excellent instructor and training course which did add more valuable information to our knowledge. Excellent instructor and training course which did add more valuable information to our knowledge.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userArthur W.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on July 28, 2018
Instructor was very knowledgeable and did a great job of holding the attention of the class. Instructor was very knowledgeable and did a great job of holding the attention of the class.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userRobert H.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on July 14, 2018
The instructor did a great job teaching and said if we had any problem to call him. The instructor did a great job teaching and said if we had any problem to call him.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userMichael M.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on July 14, 2018
Great class. Great class.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userPatsy W.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on June 9, 2018
David is very knowledgeable about the information in this course. He is a great teacher and able to convey the topics in... David is very knowledgeable about the information in this course. He is a great teacher and able to convey the topics in a way that seems to make learning easy and fun! He is also very patient and willing to take the time to explain things as needed and answer all questions. I highly recommend his class!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
review userMartin V.
5 stars out of 5 stars attended on May 5, 2018
It was a great experience, I would like to take the course again I think I could learn more just by listening to it again,... It was a great experience, I would like to take the course again I think I could learn more just by listening to it again, David was great Thank you
LOCATION, DATE & TIME

This course is conducted as a live instructor-led webinar. Further details will be provided to you prior to the course.


TH Jun 23, FR Jun 24 from 8:00am to 5:30pm US/Central
ABOUT THE TRAINING PROVIDER
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*** Instructor David Turnage has received the 2023 Pool and Hot Tub Alliance's Instructor of the Year award. Congratulations David!*** Turnage & Associates provides public and on-site Certified Pool Operator (CPO) training courses in association with the National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF). David Turnage, founder and primary instructor of Turnage & Associates, has extensive hands-on experience in the swimming pool and water chemistry industry. Through positions from Operations Management to Chief Operations Officer, he has been directly involved in the day-to-day workings of various pool services, pool construction, pump room repairs, waste treatment, and water chemistry. He earned his first CPO certification in 2002 and then went on to become an instructor for the NSPF in 2003 to share his extensive industry knowledge with others. Turnage & Associate courses incorporate interactive media along with a bit of wit and humor to help students understand and internalize pool industry concepts. David is passionate about pool management education, and ensures students leave class with a thorough understanding of the sometimes-complex math, theories and realities that are associated with the swimming pool industry. As a member of various chamber, apartment, other pool related associations, and sitting on the committee for the model aquatic health code, David is at the cutting edge of industry trends and regulations. David’s philosophy is predicated on being more than just your “one time” instructor, and encourages students to call on Turnage & Associates as a resource for questions or situations that arise when practicing in the field.

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