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CPO Certified Training Class

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM (EDT) to Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM (EDT)

Event Details

In person CPO® Certification program that includes two days of live instruction and a proctored exam. This course includes:

Two days of training from 8am - 5pm on both days. Students must be present and attend both days for the full length of the class.
Please note, class check-in begins at 7:45 A.M with instruction beginning at 8 A.M. Students must be on time, and prepared.
Class includes two 15-minute breaks, and a 45-minute lunch break per day.
The Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) Handbook is included and will be handed out on the first day of class along with handouts helpful to the class.
The exam is administered on the second day of the course in an open-book format. During the test, the student can refer to the PHTA Pool-Spa Operator Handbook, notes, and course handouts. To become a Certified Pool Operator®, the student must achieve a minimum score of 74% on the exam.

For More Information:

Tina Layton
Tina Layton
MGAA Executive Director / PDQ Mid Ga Branch Manager PDQ Services, Inc. (478)287-2920

Students must bring the following to class:

The PHTA Handbook (physical and/or digital copy)
A calculator
Paper, pencil, and pen
Photo ID (required for the exam)

INSTRUCTOR: Joshua Clinton

Certification Instructor / Aquatics Consultant and Speaker - Clinton Aquatics Group

Experienced Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Instructor with a strong track record of delivering engaging, informative, and industry-relevant training sessions nationwide. Known for blending deep technical expertise with clear, empathetic communication, I empower service professionals with the knowledge and confidence to excel in their roles. As a regular contributor to industry publications and committees, I bring current insights and real-world experience into every class. My commitment to elevating standards and advocating for service techs drives my mission to make pool education accessible, practical, and impactful.