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Certified Pool & Spa Maintenance Specialist (CMS)

Pool & Hot Tub Alliance

Certification

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Designed for those new to the pool industry or working a pool maintenance route, the Certified Pool & Spa Maintenance Specialist (CMS) course takes you through the PHTA Service Tech Manual and provides knowledge of industry standards for safety, pool circulation and filtration, pool maintenance, and water quality, as well as an introduction to electrical systems, pool structures and finishes, heaters and controls, and customer service.

Cost

Member: $473.00 Non-Member: $573.00Show moreShow less

Format

Hybrid

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Prerequisites: - No industry experience required! - Successful completion of the Certified Pool & Spa Maintenance Specialist (CMS) course - Pass the CMS exam What You'll Learn - Pool maintenance and water quality - Pool circulation and filtration - Electrical systems - Pool structures and finishes - Heaters and controls - Customer service Course Format Options The CMS course is 24 hours / 24 PHTA CEUs. - Online Self-Paced Course: Complete the CMS course on your own schedule with interactive videos, quizzes, and exercises. - Instructor-Led Course: Participate in a live, virtual or in-person class led by a PHTA Instructor and connect with peers in real time. Exam Information An additional registration form and $115 fee for the CMS Exam is required. The CMS Exam is 1.5 hours long, open book, with 75 multiple-choice questions. You must bring a non-programmable calculator. You must score 75% or better to pass.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements

No industry experience required! Successful completion of the Certified Pool & Spa Maintenance Specialist (CMS) course Pass the CMS exam

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply safety and health standards to maintain safe pool and spa environments
  • Perform pool maintenance activities to ensure proper operation and cleanliness of pools and spas
  • Manage water quality using testing and treatment methods to maintain balanced and safe conditions
  • Operate pool circulation and filtration systems to support efficient water movement and cleanliness
  • Apply knowledge of electrical systems to support safe operation of pool and spa equipment
  • Inspect and maintain pool structures and finishes to preserve integrity and functionality
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers33-9092.00
  • Maintenance and Repair Workers, General49-9071.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certification)

  • Assigned patrol zones including trails, slopes, and swimming areas — monitor independently on foot or from towers during full shifts with minimal supervisor check-ins.
  • Water and terrain rescue techniques and equipment — execute with confidence in routine distress situations at a community pool or recreational park.
  • Emergency medical services coordination — manage initial contact and information handoff to EMS personnel during injury incidents without supervisor prompting.
  • First aid assessment and CPR — perform on injured or unresponsive patrons in live-incident conditions using on-site medical supplies and trained judgment.
  • Inclement weather alerts and unsafe area warnings — deliver proactively to recreational participants across a full venue based on real-time observation and facility weather protocols.
  • Pool water chemistry test results — analyze, adjust chemical dosages, and document findings routinely within established safety parameters.
  • Incident records and shift logs — complete accurately and submit on time using spreadsheet and word processing software, capturing all required medical and environmental data.
  • Safety instruction for swimming or skiing activities — provide to small groups of participants using clear spoken explanations adapted to varying skill levels.
  • Patron distress signals and behavioral cues — identify quickly through sustained selective attention across a busy recreational environment.
  • Coordination with co-workers on overlapping patrol coverage — maintain through radio communication and shift briefings to ensure consistent area surveillance.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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