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Pentair Sacramento Training Workshop

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Jan
24

Who? Training provided by Pentair’s own Sue Robach and Steve Middaugh
What? Tuesday: EZ Touch Controls/Screen Logic, Variable Speed Pump,
Wednesday: IntelliPH & IntelliChlor, heater installation and troubleshooting
When? Feb 14-15 8am-5pm (Tuesday & Wednesday)
Where? FPSIE: 598 Display Way, Sacramento, CA 95838 (916)-922-8895
Why? For just $95.00, you will receive two full days of valuable training, a training kit that
includes course outlines, manual, calculator, pen, and specialty tools. Lunch is included!

sac training flyer pdf version FEB 2012

To register, download the following registration form:

Training-registration form and information

Certified Pool Operator Package $398

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Jan
24

Pool Operator Primer (POP):
Students work through the materials covered in the eight-lesson NSPF Pool & Spa Operator Handbook, the same textbook used for the CPO Certification course. Successful students earn a record of completion and IACET continuing education credits.
(Includes indexed color handbook, also available in Spanish) – Purchased separately: $150

POP / CPO Math Review:
This course is best suited for students who have taken the POP course & struggled with the math and/orthose who have failed the CPO exam in the past.
(Includes math book and Certificate of Completion) – Purchased separately: $99

Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Fusion:
This course is for students who have successfully passed the POP course online and are ready to become Certified Pool Operators.

(Includes exam fees, course review & Certification upon successful test Completion) – Purchased separately: $199

Package Deal:
Sign up for all three courses and only pay $398, SAVE $50!

Math Review: March 27, 2012

CPO Testing: March 28, 2012

For more information, please contact us at:

 info@fpsie.org  - (916) 922-8895 – Fax (916)550-1604.

Intermic MultiWave Training

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Jan
23

Do you have some free time?

Learn about the robust features of the wireless MultiWave control system, including 2-speed and variable speed pumps at our training session and receive a free MultiWave!

RSVP to Todd Anderson (916) 825-7824  tanderson@intermic.com

When: February 24, 2012
9am – noon
8:45am Free Continental Breakfast

Where:  FPSIE
598 Display Way
Sacramento, CA. 95838

Phone: 916-922-8895

Space is limited to the first 30 responses. RSVP by February 15, 2012 to Todd Anderson: 916-825-7824 or tanderson@intermic.com

 

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7th Annual Poolman’s Fishing Derby

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Jan
23

Poolman’s 2012 Fishing Derby Information


EVENT DETAILS

A Pool/Spa Industry Event: There must be at least one person in your group that is affiliated with the swimming pool or spa industry. ALL attendee’s (13-years and older) participating in the Fishing Derby are required to pay the appropriate entry, their employee’s, family members or friends, suppliers, their employees, family or friends.

Dates: March 23rd, 24th and 25th 2012

Place: Collins Lake, Browns Valley, CA. (off Highway 20) Map and specifics available at the resorts website www.colinslake.com  

Camping Reservations: Due to the Derby Committee securing very favorable rates for this year’s event ALL RESERVATIONS for the event will be handled by the Derby Committee (please see complete contact information below) –DO NOT CONTACT THE LAKE DIRECTLY as you will pay higher fees! If you stayed with us last year we will place you at the same campsite.

Space is limited! Please submit a completed Official Registration Application as soon as possible! 


Certified Pool Operator

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Jan
12

Wednesday February 22, 2012 – Thursday February 23, 2012

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Description:

Course Objective
The National Swimming Pool Foundation’s CPO® Course
Is internationally recognized and provides foundational training for anyone involved with swimming pools and spas. Maintenance, staff and management; engineers; commercial pool owners; Health Department staff and management; retail – literally everyone involved, in any capacity, with swimming pool/spa operation, can benefit from this concen-trated training. Upon successful completion of the course and passing the examination, graduates are registered as NSPF Certified Pool Operators® and are entitled to substantial benefits, some of which are 16 APSP Certification credit hours, 1.8 Continuing Education Units (CEU), and the right to display and advertise the CPO® designation.
Tuition: $389 / $349 for qualified association discounts

Register

Take The FPSIE Video Tour

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Nov
9

Take a video tour of the FPSIE Training Facility!

Certified Aquatic Energy Auditor – Online Course

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Oct
13

Wednesday December 31, 1969 – Wednesday December 31, 1969

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Description:

Become the most trusted pool service technician and maintain loyal customers when you help homeowners save money. This course is designed for residential service professionals to audit and recommend energy efficiency improvements for pool owners. The class is also useful for some commercial pools and retailers who sell and service pools.

The Certified Aquatic Energy Auditor course is the first module of the new Aquatic Service Tech Series, created by a partnership between Hanley Wood (Pool & Spa News & Aquatics International), the Foundation for Pool & Spa Industry Education (FPSIE) and NSPF®.

In this course, you will learn:
• Basics of a Circulation System
• What contributes to energy consumption
• How to perform an energy audit
• The steps from performing an audit to recommending and making changes

Expected Completion Time: 4-6 hours
Includes 62 Page Handbook and shipping and handling.

Register

Buy a Brick Sponsorship Opportunity!

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May
19

Are you wanting to become a FPSIE supporter? FPSIE is offering a unique opportunity. For a $200 donation, you or your company can become a permanent fixture at FPSIE. Your donation will go a long way toward the
success of the school, but will also place an engraved brick or tile in the hallowed halls of FPSIE. As an early supporter of the new school, you’ll be recognized as a visionary of industry education for years to come.

Brick Sponsorship Form

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New Course: APSP Certified Maintenance Specialist

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Sep
1

The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals

Certified Maintenance Specialist® Course (CMS) is internationally recognized advanced training for anyone involved with swimming pools and spas. This particular presentation of the CMS class offers  a unique opportunity for students to participate in the very first FPSIE classroom presentation of this course. As Chairman of the APSP Service Council, this “make-over” of the prior APSP Tech – I® Course has been one of  Professor FPSIE’s major projects over the past several months. He and fellow council members along with APSP staff have recorded thousands of hours of volunteer effort to make this entry level course beginner friendly yet comprehensive and fast-paced enough even for the seasoned professional attending just for certification. So, whether a complete pool/spa novice or a seasoned veteran wanting certification, this is for you.

Tuition:

  • $995   no association membership
  • $795   with approved industry association membership
  • $695   with APSP membership

DOWNLOAD THE COURSE FLYER

Reservation information:

Contact: Carole Dittmer

(916) 922-8895

Carole@fpsie.org

Upcoming Courses

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Aug
17

2010-2011 Course Schedules

Download our complete course schedule here. You may also register online.

Download the complete pricing list.

AQUATIC ENERGY AUDITOR

11/09/2010 Download Course Flyer
12/14/2010
01/06/2011
02/23/2011
04/26/2011
05/21/2011

APSP – CERTIFIED MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST (CMS)Includes 5-day course, books, and testing

03/14/11–03/16/11 (Days 1 thru 3)
03/21/11–03/22/11 (Days 4 thru 5)

BASIC HYDRAULICS & SYSTEM COMPONENTS

12/10/2010

FPSIE – BASIC WATER CHEMISTRY

03/14/11

FPSIE – BASIC ELECTRICITY *

12/06/10
03/16/11

FPSIE – HEATER & CONTROLLERS MAINTENANCE *

03/22/11

FPSIE – SAFETY, CUSTOMER SERVICE & CONSTRUCTION *

03/21/11

FPSIE – SYSTEM COMPONENTS HYDRAULICS *

03/15/11

NSPF – CERTIFIED POOL OPERATOR (CPO)
11/22/10–11/23/10 Download Course Flyer
12/20/10–12/21/10
01/04/11–01/05/11
02/17/11–02/18/11
04/16/11–04/17/11
05/24/11–05/25/11
06/21/11–06/22/11