Pool Technicians now have expanded education and certification opportunities. The popularity of NPC’s well-known Start-Up program and certification continues to grow. The next in-person course will be offered in San Antonio and the Southwest Pool & Spa Show on January 19, 2022.

In order to meet the demand, the pioneer in plaster-related education announced the launch of their online NPC Start-Up Technician Certification Class. Now pool technicians can become certified to perform pool start-ups. A newly plastered pool necessitates unique start-up procedures to ensure the appropriate plaster cure.

The Start-up Technician Certification Program is a project of the National Plasterers Council (NPC) to establish the right protocol for a pool’s initial start-up. With this program, the NPC has created the industry standard for the installation and maintenance of plastered pools all over the world. NPC Certified Technicians possess the industry knowledge and hands-on experience required to conduct a satisfactory start-up for in-ground swimming pools and spas utilizing the NPC-approved procedure taught in the Certification Class.

Start-up Technician Certficiation Program Syllabus

• Basics of Plastering Materials & Applications
• Basics of Pool Water Chemistry
•  Review of Various Test Kits & Testing Methods
• General Start-up Procedures and Timeline
• Understanding the Langelier Saturation Index
• Identification of Common Problems & Solutions

This is a three-hour online course that will certify you in the National Plasterers Council industry method of properly starting up a pool and establishing the proper water chemistry for caring for a newly surfaced swimming pool and/or spa.

Registration: NPC Members $225 | Non-Members $325

This is an online on-demand course that pool service technicians can take whenever they like within 30 days of registering.

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