AFO (Aquatic Facility Operator) Course
Tuesday & Wednesday, January 23rd & 24th, 2024
Robert Miller Community Center, Burlington, VT
The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date training on operations, mechanical systems, water chemistry, disinfection, safety and much more. AFO certification will help you or your staff better understand the entire pool system and run all types of aquatic facilities safely, efficiently and confidently. Why Become an AFO? Learn from expert instructors and network with other professionals from the field. Join an elite group of more than 8,000 AFOs who have committed to advancing the field. Reduce your agency’s liability and take your career to the next level. AFO candidates should be at least 18 years of age. There are no education or experience prerequisites for taking the AFO exam. To become an AFO, you must successfully pass the AFO exam. The AFO exam is 50 questions and covers four core competencies: water chemistry and disinfection, mechanical systems and operations, health, safety, and daily operations. The exam is an open-book exam, and AFO candidates must achieve a score of 78 percent or higher to pass. AFO certification is valid for five years.
The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date training on operations, mechanical systems, water chemistry, disinfection, safety and much more. AFO certification will help you or your staff better understand the entire pool system and run all types of aquatic facilities safely, efficiently and confidently.
Why Become an AFO?
To become an AFO, you must successfully pass the AFO exam. The AFO exam is 50 questions and covers four core competencies: water chemistry and disinfection, mechanical systems and operations, health, safety, and daily operations. The exam is an open-book exam, and AFO candidates must achieve a score of 78 percent or higher to pass.
AFO certification is valid for five years.
The Vermont Recreation & Parks Association is the host of this course. This is your opportunity to get your aquatic facility staff trained and ready to go for the summer 2024 pool season.
The VRPA is also offering a CPO (Certified Pool Operator) Course in March of 2024 for those interested in that as well.
