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CPI Course

Welcome to the CPI (Certified Pool Inspector) Course page at AFTO. This course equips you with the skills to inspect pools for safety, health, and regulatory compliance. Ideal for health inspectors and facility managers, you’ll learn to assess pool operations, identify hazards, and compliance with local codes.

Course Details

Certified Pool & Inspector

Course Duration: One day – including exam

The CPI® (Certified Pool Inspector) Certification provides essential knowledge and skills for inspecting pools and spas to ensure safety and regulatory compliance. This globally recognized program helps reduce hazards at aquatic facilities by educating inspectors on key safety practices.

Program Benefits:

Recognized by local and state authorities

Covers inspection techniques and compliance with local/state codes

Includes a comprehensive, regularly updated handbook

Taught by PHTA Certified Instructors

Recognized nationally and internationally

Improves understanding of risk assessment and safety standards

Course Options:

One Day In-Person

Join our immersive in-person CPI® Certification course, offering hands-on training with direct access to experienced instructors. This option provides a collaborative learning environment, perfect for those who benefit from face-to-face interaction and real-time feedback.

Price: $540.00 CAD

One Day Online

Opt for our flexible online CPI® Certification course, allowing you to learn from anywhere there is stable internet. This option offers the same comprehensive content and expert instruction, ideal for those who prefer the convenience of not having to travel.

Price: $425.00 CAD

Upcoming Dates:

Course Option: Online

Start Date: Jan 9, 2026

End Date: Jan 9, 2026

Location: Zoom

This course is comprised of 5 hrs class time followed by an open book ONLINE certification exam.

Course fees include: class manual, exam, student registration and certification package.

*Course is in ENGLISH / IMPERIAL

Price: $425,- CAD

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What Our Students Say

“Rob Stewart was great at explaining everything taking his time to repeat stuff as needed and making sure we where well prepare for the test.”

William Blue
“Just finished up the PHTA Certified Service Technicians course at the 2023 Vegas PHTA Conference. Rob Stewart was our instructor, and his knowledge was extraordinary, real world in the trench’s knowledge. Academics have their place, but this course needed an instructor with real world experience and that is what we got. Rob’s style of teaching is a comfortable blending of scientific facts and years of direct experience. I would not have passed this demanding class with a lessor instructor. Thanks Rob. “

Robert Walker
Rob is a stand up Guy. Amazing at his job.(all of them)
-Rob is an amazing pool tech
-cpo teacher
-water chemistry tech
Rob was great at explaining, patient and took the time to go over things until I understood correctly. This was extremely important to me. For this extra attention to detail, I’d offer a 6th star if I could.

Thanks Rob,
See you in the fall for my renewal.

Ian Bilodeau

Recognized Excellence!

Aquatic Facility Training Ottawa (AFTO) has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Canadian Choice Awards for excellence in education. This recognition highlights our commitment to providing top-tier training and certification programs in the pool and spa industry.

Additionally, our founder, Rob, has received a Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contributions as a service technician. These accolades underscore our dedication to quality and industry leadership.

Canadian Choice Award 2024: Aquatic Training Ottawa