Pool Operator 1
Master pool fundamentals — water chemistry, filtration, circulation, maintenance, and health and safety requirements for safe aquatic facility operation.
LSS-certified aquatic safety training for pool operators, aquatic supervisors, managers, and SEE auditors across Canada.
Training delivered for real-world environments — giving participants the practical knowledge, confidence, and tools to succeed in their roles. Every course upholds the full Lifesaving Society standard and is immediately applicable on deck and in the plant room.
Five reasons organizations across Canada train with AquaCert.
Every certification is issued by the Lifesaving Society and recognized across Canada.
Master pool fundamentals — water chemistry, filtration, circulation, maintenance, and health and safety requirements for safe aquatic facility operation.
Advanced water treatment, system troubleshooting, and full regulatory compliance. Prerequisite: Pool Operator 1.
Develop the leadership and operational skills to effectively manage aquatic staff and daily operations.
Build advanced leadership for aquatic facility oversight, staffing, planning, and risk management.
Evaluate aquatic operations, identify gaps, and drive continuous improvement through structured auditing.
Private sessions on your dates and group rates for multiple staff. We regularly work with municipalities, recreation centres, schools, and private facilities.
AquaCert was created to provide professional, high-quality aquatic safety training for individuals and organizations committed to maintaining safe and well-managed aquatic environments.
To support the aquatic industry by delivering training that is practical, professional, and focused on real-world application — helping professionals build confidence, strengthen knowledge, and contribute to safer aquatic facilities.
Training must be clear, practical, and relevant. Our courses are designed to be engaging, informative, and immediately applicable to real aquatic environments, helping participants develop both technical knowledge and leadership skills.
Every course upholds the full LSS standard. No shortcuts, no compromises on quality or rigour.
Scenario-based, immediately applicable to real aquatic environments — not just classroom theory.
Flexible delivery options for individuals and organizations across Canada.
Every participant is a future leader in aquatics. We invest in the whole profession.
Master pool fundamentals — water chemistry, filtration, circulation, maintenance, and health and safety requirements for safe aquatic facility operation.
Advanced water treatment, system troubleshooting, and full regulatory compliance. Prerequisite: Pool Operator 1.
Develop the leadership and operational skills to effectively manage aquatic staff and daily operations.
Build advanced leadership for aquatic facility oversight, staffing, planning, and risk management.
Evaluate aquatic operations, identify gaps, and drive continuous improvement through structured auditing.
| More than 5 days before the course | Full refund |
| 3–5 days before | Refund minus $25 fee |
| Less than 3 days before | No refund — reschedule for $15 |
| After the course begins, or no-show | No refund — reschedule at 50% off |
Send cancellation or rescheduling requests to payments@aquacert.ca. The date the email is sent counts, not the date it is read. Registrations without the required prerequisites are not refundable.
Yes. AquaCert is an authorized Lifesaving Society affiliate. All certifications are issued by the Lifesaving Society and recognized Canada-wide by municipalities, recreation centres, hotels, camps, and employers.
Pool Operator 1 is the entry point for facility operations staff. Aquatic Supervisor is ideal for senior lifeguards stepping into leadership. Aquatic Manager is open to anyone in a facility management role — no aquatic background or prerequisites required. Contact us if you're unsure.
Yes. Pool Operator 2 builds directly on the knowledge from Pool Operator 1. You must complete Pool Operator 1 first.
Aquatic Manager and Aquatic Supervisor certifications do not require recertification. Pool Operator 1, Pool Operator 2, and SEE Auditor must be renewed every 24 months.
Absolutely. We regularly work with municipalities, recreation centres, schools, and private facilities. Group rates and private sessions may be available — contact us to discuss your needs.
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