The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) program is a state-of-the-art five-year certification for professionals who manage and operate aquatic facilities. Individuals who obtain the AFO credential are knowledgeable in the systematic approach to pool operations, including pool chemistry, management, pool safety, and risk reduction. The 18-hour course features the AFO Manual, which is revised every 3 years to keep pace with evolving technology.
The text is reader-friendly and enjoyable. At the end of the course, students will receive 1.5 CEUs and a certificate of completion. Those who successfully pass the exam will become certified aquatic facility operators. Certification is valid for five years.
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A minimum of 10 attendees is required for the course to take place. If that minimum is not met, your registration fees will be refunded.
A hotel room block has been set up at:
Courtyard Jefferson City610 Bolivar Street | Jefferson City, MO 65101(573) 761-1400 x 5003Booking Link
Rate: 169.00++Group: Missouri Parks & RecreationDeadline: Sunday, September 6, 2026
REFUND POLICY:No refunds or credits after the registration is complete. Substitutions will be allowed up until the deadline. Course fees include all course materials, exam, and lunch both days. You may select the exam-only option if you have a current AFO Certification and choose not to retake the course.
Instruction will be from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM on the first day and 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM on the second day, immediately followed by an open-book exam in the same room from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Course & Exam -MPRA Members $335.00Non-Members $385.00Exam Only -MPRA Members $135.00Non-Members $160.00Early Registration Deadline: 9/2/26Limited to 20 attendees
Late Fee: $50.00 after the deadline (if seats are still available)
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