To assist the owners or operators of public swimming pools and spas obtain the required training, the Department has prepared a list of certification training providers and their contact information. Please contact the training provider directly for information regarding training schedules, locations, registration and fees. Below is a listing of department approved instructors and training providers.
| The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals 211 Eisenhower Ave, Suite 500 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone (703) 838-0083 http://apsp.org/splash Kevin Tucker Phone: (512) 417-8103 http://www.educational-leverage.com/ Email: kevin.tucker2011@gmail.com |
| American Swimming Pool and Spa Association 1108 Little River Drive Elizabeth City, NC 27909 Phone (877) pool school, 877-766-5724 http://www.swimmingpooloperator.com Approved Online:National Licensed Aquatic Facility Technician, Duration: 14 Hours |
| Aquatic Training Institute (ATI) – Certified Pool Technician (CPT) Training 6340 N Eldridge Parkway Ste. N Houston, TX 77041 Phone (800) 385-0270 http://www.aquatictraininginstitute.com Approved Online:16 Hour Course |
| Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) (Formerly NSPF) – Certified Pool Operator ® Training: Check their website: https://www.nspf.org/ or contact one of the following instructors: Kevin Tucker Phone: (512) 417-8103 http://www.educational-leverage.com/ Email: kevin.tucker2011@gmail.com Florence Higgins Cell: (575) 447-6474 Email: askflorence08@hotmail.com Pool Pro: Russell Fausnaugh www.qualifiedpooloperator.com Phone: (505) 369-2345 Email: training@qualifiedpooloperator.com Terry Yontz Phone: (505) 293-0575 National Recreation and Park Association Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) https://www.nrpa.org/certification/AFO/ Elizabeth Gonzales Phone: (703) 858-2186 Email: EGonzales@nrpa.org |