The health district of Southern Nevada offers courses in swimming pool maintenance in accordance with regulations set forth by the state of Nevada. Certification covers pool operators, technician apprentices, swimming pool companies and technicians. Applying for certification involves submitting documentation of employment with the company requiring the certificate. The second stage is passing a test with a 70 percent or greater. Students with a current National Swimming Pool Foundation CPO Certificate do not need to take the examination. In the event the certification is expired, there is a 30-day grace period prior to reapplying. All applicable fees apply to the expired certification.
Backed by the Nevada legislature, the Nevada State Apartment Association is a non-profit organization supporting the community of Las Vegas. The NSAA offers a comprehensive two day class with the end result being participants being fully certified as a Certified Pool Operator. Students must attend both classes in order to get full credit. Classes are approximately 16 hours per day and cover topics including regulations, water balance, troubleshooting, safety and maintenance. The certificate lasts for five years after successful completion of the course.
The Certified Pool Technician courses at Aquatic Training Institution trains students maintenance of swimming pools and spas. Classes offered are online with a money back guarantee. The certification is valid for five years and valid in 44 states. Courses include state regulations, sanitation, disinfection and facility safety. With the classes being online, class work is self-paced. Completion of the required training takes approximately 30 days.
Classes offered through NPS Pool and Supply provides students with up-to-date training as a Certified Pool/Spa operator. Licensed instructors teach classes in pool chemistry, testing, governmental regulations, filtration and maintenance. Online classes are not available, only in classroom instruction. The 14-hour course is intended for pool service technicians, maintenance personnel and engineers. Certification takes two days to complete. NPS Pool and Supply provides all necessary material including study guides and textbooks.