Pool Operator Certification
By: Pool Operator Certification
Tags: Certification

This online self-paced course takes you through the APSP Service Tech Manual and gives you what you need to know to conform to industry standards. You will be able to explain common problems with pool finishes and how to repair them; keep pools running more efficiently with a better understanding of circulation, filtration, hydraulics and electricity; grow your practical knowledge and gain troubleshooting skills and resources; and distinguish yourself as an experienced and knowledgeable service technician.

You do not need to have completed the CMS certification in order to take this course and sit for the CST exam, but you will be expected to have acquired the core knowledge covered in that course. We recommend that you have at least 1–2 years of experience in pool/spa service and repair to expect to be successful on the certification exam.

Target Audience: The CST course is for individuals with at least 1–2 years of experience in pool and spa service and repair.What You Get With The Course:

Eight weeks access to the virtual course

APSP Service Technician Manual

CST Certified Service Technician Workbook

Course Outline:

Safety

Chemical Safety

Drowning and Accident Prevention

Electrical Safety

Filter Safety

Business Practices

Basic Calculations

Customer Service

Legal Considerations

Troubleshooting Resources

Water Quality

Basic Water Chemistry

Chemical Safety

Pool and Spa Water Sanitizers

Water Balance

Water Testing

Structures and Finishes

Pool and Spa Structures

Interior Finishes and Repairs

Spa Shell Repairs

Circulation, Filtration and Hydraulics

The Circulation System

Filter Rate, Efficiency and Performance

Hydraulics

Pumps

New Design Considerations

Electrical Requirements

Basic Electrical Circuit

Basic Electricity

Pool and Spa Lighting

Heaters and Optional Equipment

Gas Heaters

Heat Pumps

Chemical Feeders and Generators

Control Systems

Electromechanical (Pneumatic) Controls

Understanding Control Systems

Maintenance

Routine Maintenance

Seasonal and Special Care

Covers

Startup Procedures

CEUs: 24

Course Fee: $573/member and $723/non-member. This fee includes the Service Tech Manual, which will be shipped to you once you register.

Exam Information: To become certified as a CST Certified Service Technician®, you must complete the CST course and take the CST Exam. An additional registration form and $115 fee for the CST exam is required. The CST exam is 2.5 hours long, open book exam with 100 multiple choice questions. You must score 75% or better to pass (answering at least 75 questions correctly).

Choose How to Take the Exam:

On a computer at a PSI computer testing center near you. Computer testing gives immediate test results and flexible time to take the exam.

Computer testing gives immediate test results and flexible time to take the exam. At an APSP national, regional or chapter-sponsored testing event. A list of upcoming events can be found at APSPUniversity.org. You will receive your exam results by US Mail approximately 3 weeks after the exam.

Please contact APSP at apspuniversity@apsp.org or 703–838–0083 ext. 127 for additional information on the CST exam and application process.

Objectives

Learning Objectives: After completing this course the student will be able to explain common problems with pool finishes and how to repair them; keep pools running more efficiently with a better understanding of circulation, filtration, hydraulics and electricity; grow your practical knowledge and gain troubleshooting skills and resources; and distinguish yourself as an experienced and knowledgeable service technician.

How You Will Benefit:

Advance your career and earn the in demand skills employers want.

Become eligible to sit for the CST exam.

Earn 24 CEUs

ABOUT THE AUTHOR-

https://www.portofinouniversity.com/ — Pool Operator Certification — Portofino offers a superior experience and superior results in pool industry education. Whether you are ENTRY LEVEL or HIGHLY ADVANCED, we have classes that will help you take your career to the next level.

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