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CPO ® CERTIFICATION BLENDED COURSE RESPONSIBILITIES
The blended CPO ® certifi cation course consists of the online Pool Operator Primer and the oneday,
classroom-based Pool Operator Fusion training (discussed in Section 4). The Instructor
responsibilities for Pool Operator Fusion classes are much the same as with the normal, twoday
course, including course completion requirements. Section 4 has a recommended course
schedule for the blended course. In addition to the above responsibilities, the blended course
requires the instructor to:
Verify completion within the past six (6) months of the Pool Operator Primer through
the NSPF website by collecting each participant’s printed Record of Completion. The
student will be able to print the Record of Completion from their computer.
Verify the student identity by checking a government issued photo identifi cation prior to
entry into the Pool Operator Fusion class, and sign the Record of Completion.
Verify that the student has signed the Record of Completion attesting to the fact that
the student independently completed the online portion of the training. This Record of
Completion must be attached to the fi nal exam of the student prior to sending it in to
the National Swimming Pool Foundation. Samples of the Record of Completion can be
found in Appendix E.
Accommodate all Pool Operator Primer students on the second day of any two-day
CPO ® certifi cation class with seats available. While you are not required to reserve
seats only for Pool Operator Primer students, they cannot be turned away from open
classes with room available.
Realize that due to the nature of the online Pool Operator Primer, participants may
arrive at your class with questions and may require extra time to accommodate their
inquiries.
Cover applicable local and state codes and regulations pertaining to state where the
class is held.
Be prepared to cover local and state codes and regulations from other states if residents
from other states enroll in your class. At minimum provide students with resources
needed to obtain their local and state codes and regulations.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Continuing education and professional development are lifelong processes and are the
responsibility and challenge of every NSPF Instructor. Membership in professional organizations
is recommended. Attendance at trade shows, seminars, workshops, and meetings is another way
to keep apprised of the latest technical knowledge and training. Current research, new products,
and application theories are available in technical and educational publications. As the industry is
continually changing, it is important to have the latest information in order to provide the highest
quality of professional service to your participants.
INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION POLICY
The NSPF Instructor certifi cation is valid for a period of one (1) year from the date of course
completion. While your authorization is current, you must teach or co-teach at least one (1) course
and submit the proper course record and fees to the national offi ce. “Co-teaching” involves 100%
participation in a course while sharing presentations with another instructor. Both instructors are
required to sign the Course Certifi cation Record.
During the initial year of each authorization period, you may teach without a co-instructor. If you
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