How the blended CPO course works, what is covered, and what your certification unlocks.
One price. No add-ons. Every student gets the full stack.
approximately 8 hours of self-paced PHTA online learning. Stop and start whenever. 6 months to complete before your test day.
Single 8-hour day, in-person at your facility or on Zoom. Live Q&A, pool deck walk, and proctored exam.
Pass the exam and receive the official PHTA CPO credential, recognized by health departments nationwide. Valid five years.
The official PHTA reference handbook. Digital access immediately; physical copy where applicable.
Questions after certification? Just email. Samuel answers questions from past students, no expiry, no extra charge.
Per PHTA rules effective September 2025, you get your initial exam plus up to two retakes within six months, included in your tuition.
Pay online and receive your booking confirmation right away. We register you with PHTA, and your online course login arrives by email directly from PHTA within 1 to 2 business days.
Work through approximately 8 hours of self-paced PHTA modules. Aim for 80%+ on practice tests before your test day.
Join Samuel, in-person or Zoom. 50-question proctored exam. Certification issued by PHTA within days.
Plan ahead: PHTA takes 1–2 business days to set up your course account, and the course takes about 8 hours, so choose a test day at least one week out. Your course access stays active for 6 months, so booking further ahead is never a problem.
50 multiple-choice questions. 37 correct to pass. 3-hour limit. Proctored live by Samuel on your chosen date.