Looking for the most trusted and comprehensive Certified Pool Operator (CPO®) training in the industry? Our comprehensive in-person and virtual courses provide pool professionals with the skills, knowledge, and certification required to safely manage and operate commercial pools and aquatic facilities. Designed for operators, managers, maintenance staff, and anyone responsible for water quality and facility safety, our classes provide practical, real-world instruction backed by years of expertise.
With expert instructors and engaging, easy-to-understand coursework, our CPO certification classes help you meet regulatory requirements, protect public health, and confidently oversee every aspect of pool operations.
Whether you manage a municipal pool, hotel, fitness center, HOA facility, or waterpark,
this certification prepares you to troubleshoot issues, maintain compliance,
and extend the life of your aquatic systems.
Our instructors are highly trained, certified, and deeply experienced in pool and spa operations.
Every class combines interactive teaching, scenario-based examples, and step-by-step guidance
to help you fully understand the material.
Participants benefit from:
We don’t just help you earn your CPO certification—we help you excel in your role as a pool operator.
Landmark Aquatic brings real-world commercial aquatic experience into every CPO course. Our instructors don’t just teach the curriculum—they live it. With decades of hands-on experience operating, maintaining, and managing aquatic facilities, we translate certification requirements into practical knowledge you can apply immediately. The result is training that builds confidence, improves daily operations, and prepares you to lead safe, compliant facilities from day one.
Don’t settle for basic training—choose the CPO certification course trusted by professionals across the country. Elevate your skills, protect public health, and ensure your facility operates at the highest standard.
Enroll today to join our next CPO class and invest in the long-term success of your aquatic facility.
Required two-day in person classroom training sessions take place on-site at our Roachdale, IN location
Day 1: Registration 8:00 – 8:30 AM; Part 1 Course Content 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Day 2: Part 2 Course Content 8:30 am – 12 PM CT; CPO exam 1:00 – 4:00 PM CT
Part I (required) must be completed in advance of class date. Dates shown above are for the Part II virtual class sessions and exam
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This course is 100% virtual and has a 96% pass rate.
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The PHTA® Certified Pool/Spa Operator® Certification is recognized by local and state authorities as the most widely-accepted, verifiable pool and spa training credential. Each year, more than 30,000 professionals learn how to more efficiently operate safer aquatic facilities with this program. The CPO® Certification is valid for five years.
Boost your credibility by taking this class and learning the critical information to help reduce risk and improve water quality. We will provide timely follow up on the class and can handle any of your aquatic operational needs.
Operate your pool more easily and efficiently, saving time and money, while protecting both users and employees by reducing chemical, electrical, biological, and physical hazards. You will minimize liability and reduce the risk of closure by ensuring compliance with key safety regulations and maintenance best practices.
