Find what you seek.
48 results
Pool Training Academy's Online CPO Course With Alex Stewart
Need To Get CPO Certified? You've Come To The Right Place! Why Choose Pool training Academy For CPO Certification? Lowest Price Available! - $350 (No Hidden Costs, Fees, or Add-Ons) Convenient - Take The Course At Your Own Pace From...
Pool Training Academy Online Virtual CPO Course With Alex Stewart
Your Online Virtual CPO® Course with Alex Stewart Thank you for choosing Pool Training Academy for your online CPO course! To Ensure Your Success With Your Online Virtual CPO® Certification, Please Do The Following : Download Your Free...
Fully Online CPO Course Utah
The Best Fully Online CPO® Course In Utah Available Lowest Price Online! - $390 (No Hidden Costs, Fees, or Add-Ons) Convenient - Take The Course At Your Own Pace From Your Home Or Office Excellent Exam Scores -...
Certified Pool Operator (CPO®) Online Course - Colorado
Certified Pool Operator (CPO®) Online Course – Colorado Looking to get your Certified Pool Operator (CPO®) certification in Colorado?Pool Training Academy® offers the only fully online, PHTA®-approved CPO® course that you can complete at your own pace — from anywhere...
Fully Online CPO Course Texas
The Best Fully Online CPO® Course In Texas Available Lowest Price Online! -$390 (No Hidden Costs, Fees, or Add-Ons) Texas CPO Certification Course - Tailored specifically for Texas pool professionals and aligned with state requirements Virtual Delivery - Complete your...
Fully Online CPO Course New Mexico
The Best Fully Online CPO® Course In New Mexico Available Lowest Price Online! - $390 (No Hidden Costs, Fees, or Add-Ons) Convenient - Take The Course At Your Own Pace From Your Home Or Office Excellent Exam Scores...
Fully Online CPO Course Montana
The Best Fully Online CPO® Course In Montana Available Lowest Price Online! - $390 (No Hidden Costs, Fees, or Add-Ons) Convenient - Take The Course At Your Own Pace From Your Home Or Office Excellent Exam Scores -...
Fully Online CPO Course Kansas
The Best Fully Online CPO® Course In Kansas Available Lowest Price Online! - $390 (No Hidden Costs, Fees, or Add-Ons) Convenient - Take The Course At Your Own Pace From Your Home Or Office Excellent Exam Scores -...
California Certified Pool Operator (CPO®) Certification
Need to Register For A California CPO Certification? Are you needing to finally get your Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification? Whether you're new to swimming pool and hot tub maintenance and operation, or you're a seasoned pro, Pool Training Academy...
Fully Online CPO Course Missouri
The Best Fully Online CPO® Course In Missouri Available Lowest Price Online! - $390 (No Hidden Costs, Fees, or Add-Ons) Convenient - Take The Course At Your Own Pace From Your Home Or Office Excellent Exam Scores -...
Certified Pool Operator (CPO®) Certification New York
Do You need To Register For A Certified Pool Operator Class in New York? Has the time come for you to get your Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification? Are you new to swimming pool and hot tub operation or...
CPO Re-Certification Options
Pool Training Academy offers two options for those interested in renewing their Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO®) Certification from The Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA®). Please choose from the following options: Online CPO Re-ertification Courses Click To Get Re-certified Online! In-Person CPO...
Is A Fully Online CPO Course Good Or Bad?
Let's face it, everything is going online. From shopping for groceries to attending the local university, COVID-19 has forced the world to pivot to adapt to the social changes that the virus has forced upon us. And Certified Pool Operator Courses are no different. Here at Pool Training Academy we have adapted as well and now provide a fully verified and approved fully online CPO® Course. But there is understandably some hesitancy for some to take a course that is traditionally classroom based...
How Long Does CPO Certification Last? Renewal Requirements Explained
If you’re a Certified Pool Operator® (CPO®), knowing when your certification expires — and how to renew it — is just as important as earning it in the first place. Letting your certification lapse could put you out of compliance, cost you your job, or even put swimmers at risk.
What to Expect on CPO Exam Day: A Complete Walkthrough
Whether you’re taking the Certified Pool Operator® (CPO) exam in person or online, knowing exactly what to expect will make a huge difference in your confidence and performance. While the exam format is consistent in many ways between in-person and online, there are some important differences in how each is administered.
This guide walks you through both versions of the CPO exam — so you can feel fully prepared, no matter which path you’ve chosen.
CPO Exam Math: What to Expect and How to Prepare with Confidence
For many future Certified Pool Operators, the math section of the CPO exam can feel intimidating. You might be picturing complex equations and high-pressure problem solving — but here’s the truth: CPO exam math is simpler than you think and you don’t have to be a math whiz to pass.
The questions are practical, open-book, and directly related to everyday pool operations. This guide will walk you through the types of math problems you might see, why they’re important, and how to prepare so you ...
Video Blog: 5 Things You Need To Know About Your Swimming Pool's Chlorine
Let's face it, swimming pools can be complicated, especially when it comes to chemicals. We all struggle with questions like:
"What do I need to be testing in my swimming pool?"
or
"What should I keep my pool's chlorine level at?"
And with everyone giving their opinions online, it can be very difficult to know is good pool advice and what is, well, not so good advice. In this article, taking advice from one of our award-winning Certified CPO Instructors with 30 years of swimming pool experie...
How Do I Treat Mustard Algae In My Swimming Pool?
Mustard algae, also known as yellow algae, is a common problem for pool operators, primarily in the southern region of the United States. Unlike green algae, mustard algae appear as yellow or brownish spots and cling to pool walls, floors, and swimming equipment, making it difficult to remove. Understanding how to identify, prevent, and control mustard algae can help maintain a clean and safe swimming environment. In this article we're going to explore a comprehensive approach to managing mus...
The Importance of pH Balance In Your Swimming Pool
When it comes to maintaining a sparkling swimming pool, there's one critical ingredient that should never be overlooked: pH. The term pH stands for "potential of hydrogen" and plays a vital role in ensuring that your pool remains a safe and enjoyable oasis. In this article, we'll delve into what pH is, why it's essential, and how to keep it in balance for a healthy and safe swimming experience.
Are Doggie Swim Days Ok?
Everybody loves cooling off on a hot summer day by taking a dip in the pool. And this doesn't just apply to humans. Animals are drawn to the water in just the same way as us humans when it comes to cooling off. But the question of allowing pets in the pool raises an array of additional questions for pool operators. Is it safe for a dog to swim in your community's swimming pool? Are doggie swim days something we as operators should be advocating? Are swimming pools safe for dogs? In this artic...
4 Things To Know About Swimming Pool Flow Meters
The swimming pool or spa flow meter is one of the most overlooked but crucial elements inside the commercial pool operator's pump room. This little device will help you understand the overall health of your facility, and in most situations, it is required by your local health department. In this article we are going to explore the following aspects of the swimming pool flow meter:
Can Pool Water Make You Sick?
Every year we see it, articles popping up, especially around the beginning of summer warning about all of these sicknesses that can be lurking in your pools and hot tubs. They warn people to use caution when swimming due to the fact that there are illnesses hiding in every dark corner of pools just waiting to make someone sick. The real question is, are these articles, in fact, true? Are there diseases lying dormant in your aquatic facility simply waiting to kill, steal, and destroy? In this ...
My Pool Is Green, What Do I Do?
Every pool operator experiences it: You show up to your pool one morning and your pool is 50 shades of green. Green water can be an alarming discovery, especially if you have never dealt with it before. In this week's article, we will discuss the causes of green water, how to treat green water, and finally how to prevent it in the future.
Swimming Pool and Spa Filter Types: Sand Filters
Filtration, alongside with disinfection, is key in preventing dirty and cloudy water. We capture this filth and debris inside of our filters through the use of a filtration media. There are numerous media on the market used for the purpose of filtering our pool and hot tub water, and sand media is one of the more popular ones. In this article we will be exploring one of the most common types of filtration media: Sand.
Brushing Your Pool: Does It Really Make A Difference?
Your dentist always talks about the value of brushing at least twice a day, but when was the last time your pool professional talked to you about the merits of brushing your pool? Believe it or not, brushing your pool is just important to the health of your pool as brushing your teeth. In this article we will cover the benefits of brushing, the best equipment for the job, good brushing habits, and finally, the consequences of not brushing.
NSPF and APSP Merge?
You may have heard talk around the water cooler, or in our case, the pool heater, that The National Swimming Pool Foundation and The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals has merged and that is correct. As of April 1st, 2019, The two organizations have indeed joined forces. The merging of the two groups has created what is now known as The Pool And Hot Tub Alliance, or PHTA.
Is the CPO Exam Hard? What You Need to Know to Pass with Confidence
One of the most common questions we get asked at Pool Training Academy is, “Is the CPO exam hard?” It’s a fair question. Anytime there’s a test involved, people naturally worry about how difficult it might be. But the truth is, the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) exam isn’t designed to prove how much random pool knowledge you have memorized. Instead, it’s built to test a much more practical skill: your ability to find the correct answers to real-world swimming pool problems using trusted resour...
VIDEO BLOG: The Complete Guide To Swimming Pool Total Alkalinity (Water Balance 101)
Maintaining proper water chemistry in a swimming pool is essential for ensuring a safe and comfortable swimming experience. One crucial factor to monitor is total alkalinity, which plays a key role in water balance and overall pool maintenance.
Is The CPO Certification The Same If You Get It Online Versus In-Person?
Let's be honest, times are changing. Everything is going online; shopping, dating, even education! And with these changing times come a lot of potential confusion, primarily confusion over whether or not there's a difference between a CPO Certification that is achieved in an in-person class vs. an online CPO Course. In this quick article, we'll break that down so you can make an informed decision that best fits your needs. Let's dive in!
How Do I Get Rid of Green Algae In My Pool?
Green algae in a swimming pool is an all-too-common and frustrating issue for many pool operators. It can turn your crystal-clear water into a murky green mess, making your pool unsightly and unsafe to swim in. While there are various methods to combat this problem, it may come as a surprise that using chlorine is the most effective and recommended approach over algicides. This article will guide you through the process of treating green algae in your swimming pool using chlorine.
Why Does The Pool Turn My Hair Green?
We've all heard the rumors, a friend of a friend went swimming and the chlorine in the pool water caused their hair to turn green! We so often take this kind of information at face value and never really question the truthfulness of a claim like this. But as a swimming pool operator it's very important for us to understand the actual root causes of the issues going on in our bodies of water. In this article we're going to explore what actually causes green hair and how to prevent it in your s...
Cyanuric Acid Stabilizer and Indoor Swimming Pools
Cyanuric acid, also known as stabilizer or conditioner, is a chemical commonly used in swimming pools to protect chlorine from the degrading effects of ultraviolet (UV) rays. However, the use of cyanuric acid in indoor pools has sparked a debate among pool professionals the world round. Is cyanuric acid recommended in an indoor pool or should it be avoided?
How Often Should I Drain My Pool Or Hot Tub?
Let's face it, your pool has a ton of water in it and the last thing you want to deal with is a super high water bill for refilling the entire thing. But believe it or not, draining your pool or hot tub is one of the most crucial pieces to the puzzle when it comes to keeping your pool, hot tub, swimmers, are circulation components as safe as possible. In this article we are going to address the Following:
Problems Related To Old Pool and Hot Tub Water
When To Drain Your Pool
When To Drain Y...
Does Chlorine Kill Coronavirus? Is My Pool Safe From COVID-19?
News about Coronavirus and COVID-19 is everywhere. Many of the articles focus on the numbers of infected or fatalities. But few articles are being written about what can be done to curb the spread of this illness other than washing hands and keeping distance. Is there anything else we can do to curb the spread of COVID-19? As commercial pool and hot tub operators, what can we do to keep people safe?
There's A Dead Animal In My Pool, Help!
Every operator who has been working in a commercial pool or spa for any length of time has experienced it: They open the lid to the skimmer only to find a dead rodent, snake, or bird inside. Yikes! What do we do in this situation?? This week's article is going to focus on what to do if you find a dead animal inside your pool or spa.
Broken Glass In The Swimming Pool: What Should You Do?
The issue of broken glass in a swimming pool is every commercial pool operator's nightmare. Cuts related to broken glass in the pool or the pool area can spell major hassles for a property. The problem is particularly scary when the glass is broken in the pool itself, as it is nearly impossible to visually see the glass inside the water once the glass has been broken. It is even more impossible to detect glass if the shards have turned into slivers. So, what exactly is the best route to take ...
Swimming Pool Spa And Filter Types: Cartridge
In this series, we have been exploring the various different types of filtration equipment you can use for you pool and spa. We have already covered sand filters here and Diatomaceous Earth here, and this week we will be exploring the world of cartridge filters. We will cover the following information:
How Does a Cartridge Pool Filter Work?
The Benefits of Cartridge Pool Filters?
The Cons of a Cartridge Pool Filter
Cartridge Filter "Need To Knows"
Should I install a Cartridge Filter...
How Do I Fix Cloudy Water Issues?
We've all dealt with it before, we show up to our pool on Monday morning only to find the pool looking like someone has replaced our pool water with 2% milk. You panic because you have a busy pool schedule ahead of you this week and need to fix this problem quickly. What do you do!?
Cloudy water plagues all pools and spas at some point in an operator's career and knowing how to effectively solve the problem is key to saving time being closed, and, potentially, a lot of money. Many times a ser...
How Many Gallons Of Water Are In My Swimming Pool Or Spa?
Knowing how many gallons of water you have in your pool and spa is one of the foundational pieces of the puzzle in running your aquatic facility or backyard pool in a safe and healthy way. Even though knowing your pool and spa volumes crucial, it is truly an often overlooked component of operating your pool. Knowing pool and spa volume is crucial for the following reasons:
How do I get a CPO Certification?
Getting CPO Certified is actually quite easy if you're taking the course from the right teachers! The information can get technical at times, so it's important you select a class that knows how to make the information easy to understand. The Pool Training Academy has one of the highest pass-rates of any of the CPO schools in the USA - and our students emerge with not JUST a certification, but a true understanding of how their pools work, how to keep them running efficiently and safely, and mo...
How to Become a Certified Pool Operator (CPO): The Ultimate Guide (2026)
A Certified Pool Operator (CPO) is a swimming pool and hot tub professional who has completed specialized training and passed the CPO exam, earning certification recognized across the aquatics industry. CPO certification ensures that pool operators are knowledgeable in pool maintenance, water chemistry, safety regulations, and problem-solving in real-world pool management scenarios.
Can A Pool Really Turn Blue From Pee?
We've all heard the stories: Someone's third cousin twice removed peed in the swimming pool and it turned the entire thing blue. It's a story that strikes fear in the heart of the listener that their little secret pool habit may also be revealed in the form of a nasty blue cloud of shame! These stories about a chemical in pools that turns the water blue when urine is present is an insanely pervasive myth that has instilled a sense of caution and, for some, a little fear. This myth has been ar...
Does A Salt Swimming Pool Use Chlorine?
We get asked a lot of questions, and I mean a LOT of questions! But the one question we get asked more than any other is: Does a salt pool use salt or chlorine to disinfect the water? In this article we are going to answer this question so you never have to wonder about it again! Let's dive in.
How Do I Backwash?
Let's be real, people are gross. And when they get into your pool they can take that gross and spread it around, which then makes everything and everyone else gross as well. Thankfully we have things like pool water disinfectants and filtration systems to protect us from contracting some of the stuff people are capable of spreading around. But over time, your filter gets too full of this gunk and becomes less effective at doing its job. The question is, what can we do in order get the filter ...
How Do I Lower My Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) In My Swimming Pool?
Crystal-clear water is the hallmark of a pristine swimming pool, but maintaining this clarity can be a challenging task. One factor that can murk up your pool water and affect its overall quality is the level of Total Dissolved Solids (TDS). TDS includes various dissolved substances like minerals, salts, and contaminants, and when these levels rise, it can lead to poor water quality and an uncomfortable swimming environment. In this article, we'll explore effective strategies to lower TDS lev...
What Are The Benefits of a CPO Certification?
There's an old saying "behind every great swimming pool or hot tub facility is a great swimming pool operator." Ok, so maybe that isn't an old saying, but it should be! If you're passionate about advancing your career in the aquatics industry, getting a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification is crucial. But what exactly are the benefits of a CPO Certification? In this article, we're going to dive into the numerous benefits of becoming a Certified Pool Operator and how it can set you on a...