Certified Pool Operator®
Certification

Specialize in the Inspection and Maintenance of Pools/Spas

The Certified Pool Operator® (CPO) Certification is an assurance to pool, spa, and water feature owners that they are working with trained professionals. Some benefits include reduced liability and potential insurance savings; compliance with state and local regulatory requirements; and knowledge of the latest technical advancements.

Certified Pool Operator Course Options

Pool & Spa Certification

16 CE Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Pool & Spa Certification
Learn the techniques and skills necessary for pool and spa operation and inspection.

This course is designed to provide individuals with the basic knowledge, techniques and skills of Pool and Spa operation, including inspection techniques and processes.

If you want the CPI Certification, you must complete additional steps upon finishing the course. Please click the "Important Information" button for more details.

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Shipping / Pickup Required - No online textbook included
  • Optional Systems
  • TREC Provider #0005
  • TREC Approval #50215

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Important Information

Important Information Related to Pool & Spa Certification Course:

CPI Certification: Those who are seeking the CPI certification will be required to submit an additional registration form and pay a $115 CPI fee to the PHTA (Pool and Hot Tub Alliance) upon completion of the course with Champions.

Shipping / Pickup Required: Classes marked with "Shipping/Pickup Required" do not include an online textbook. This means that students must pick up the textbooks from one of our campuses (Located in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio) or have the books shipped to them at the cost of $15 per book. To choose shipping, be sure to select a shipping method from the appropriate drop down menu when setting up your shopping cart.

Please Note: A textbook is required to participate in any Live Broadcast class. Please obtain before the first day of class.

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Inspector CE Package Option also Available!

The Certified Pool Operator (CPO) course is also included in a 32-hour Inspector CE package along with the required Legal & Ethics course and an 8-hour elective of your choosing.

32-Hour Texas Home Inspector CE Program
(1 Elective)

$385 $445
SAVE $60

Courses included:

  • 16-Hour Certified Pool Operator (Classroom Only)
  • 8-Hour Inspector Legal & Ethics and SOP Review
  • One 8-Hour Elective

Additional Details:

  • FREE Books / PDFs Included
  • 32 TREC Credit Hours
This 32-hour CE package includes one 8-hour elective course of your choosing.

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Classroom, Online, or in the Virtual Classroom!

Classroom

Students who thrive on conventional, live instruction will enjoy this method! Unlike blended classroom courses, these require in-person attendance, at a Champions campus, for all course hours.

Virtual Classroom

Attend live classes from the comfort of your home! Our ChampionsLive virtual classrooms are perfect for students who prefer at-home learning, but also want live instruction.

Online Correspondence

Do you learn best at your own pace? Through this delivery method, you get the textbook and teach yourself. Then, when you’re ready, take the test either online or at a Champions campus!

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Please Note - This method is only available for real estate QE/SAE/CE and some home inspection courses.

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