All of this in your $435.

One price. No add-ons. Every student gets the full stack.

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PHTA CPO Fusion Online Course

approximately 8 hours of self-paced PHTA online learning. Stop and start whenever. 6 months to complete before your test day.

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Live Test Day with Samuel

Single 8-hour day, in-person at your facility or on Zoom. Live Q&A, pool deck walk, and proctored exam.

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5-Year PHTA Certification

Pass the exam and receive the official PHTA CPO credential, recognised by health departments nationwide. Valid five years.

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Pool & Spa Operator™ Handbook

The official PHTA reference handbook. Digital access immediately; physical copy where applicable.

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Lifetime Q&A Access

Questions after certification? Just email. Samuel answers questions from past students, no expiry, no extra charge.

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Up to 2 Retakes Included

Per PHTA rules effective September 2025, you get your initial exam plus up to two retakes within six months, included in your tuition.

Three clear steps.

1

Enrol & Get Your Login

Pay online. Receive your PHTA CPO Fusion course login and exam date confirmation immediately by email.

2

Complete the Online Course

Work through approximately 8 hours of self-paced PHTA modules. Aim for 80%+ on practice tests before your test day.

3

Attend Test Day & Pass

Join Samuel, in-person or Zoom. 50-question proctored exam. Certification issued by PHTA within days.

12 modules. Everything a CPO needs to know.

  • 01 Pool & Spa Management Fundamentals
  • 02 Regulations & Guidelines (CDC, CMAHC, ISPSC)
  • 03 Essential Calculations (Flow, Turnover, Dosing)
  • 04 Water Contamination & Disinfection
  • 05 Water Balance (LSI, pH, Alkalinity, Hardness, TDS)
  • 06 Chemical Testing, Feed & Control
  • 07 Water Circulation & Filtration Systems
  • 08 Heating & Air Handling
  • 09 Spa & Therapy Pool Operations
  • 10 Facility Safety & Record Keeping
  • 11 Troubleshooting
  • 12 Facility Renovation & Design

Manageable, if you have prepared.

50 multiple-choice questions. 37 correct to pass. 3-hour limit. Proctored live by Samuel on your chosen date.

50
Questions
37
To Pass
3hr
Time Limit
5yr
Valid For
See Upcoming Test Dates →
Next class: Wed 7 May
Book, $435