The
AFO,
NRPA's Aquatic Facility Operator certification course, is a training program
designed to meet the needs of those working in public, semi-public, and
municipal pool or waterpark facilities. The AFO program offers
a unique discussion of risk management, not usually directed towards operations
personnel. The course is designed to provide information and training
for both supervisory and operations personnel.
Course Content
Who should become an AFO?
About the Instructors
Certification
How to enroll & General Information
On-line Registration
Calendar of Events
AFO
Course Price list
COURSE
CONTENT
This 2 day course provides in-depth instruction in all facets of aquatic
facility operation and management including: filtration, disinfection,
water testing and treatment, design considerations, facility management,
risk management, facility troubleshooting, hot tub & spa operation and
much more!!
The AFO certification course is a training program specifically designed
to meet the needs of those working in public, semi-public, and municipal
pool or waterpark facilities. The AFO program offers a unique discussion
of risk management, not usually directed towards operations personnel.
The course is designed to provide information and training for both supervisory
and operations personnel
WHO SHOULD BECOME AN AFO?
Aquatic Directors, Aquatic Supervisors, Recreation Directors, Aquatic Facility Managers, Aquatic Programming Personnel, Aquatic Design Professionals, Waterpark Directors, Pool Managers and anyone responsible for operating a clean, safe, efficient aquatic facility.
QUALITY INSTRUCTORS
The AFO instructor team is comprised of the top aquatic professionals in the United States. AFO instructors have diverse backgrounds in aquatic operations, management, chemistry and must complete a two-day training course in public presentation, speaking, and technical aquatic skills.
CERTIFICATION
Upon successful completion of the AFO course and exam, participants will be officially certified by the National Recreation and Park Association. All certified individuals receive a certificate suitable for framing and registry in the National AFO Certification Database. Certification is valid for three years and is renewable.
HOW TO ENROLL
To enroll register online now or call Charles Harper at 1-757- 873-1102 or 1-888-873-1102 ext. 15. Fax: 1-757-873-1384.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Class is held each day from 8:00 am until 6:00 pm. The AFO class fee
includes the 18-hour course, textbook,
certification upon successful completion, 1.5 CEU's, a portable calculator and a pen. Please contact the facility that
you are attending for their location and lodging information.
Click here for current course schedule
and location.
