The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP) has confirmed the availability of its new and improved PSCC Pool & Spa Construction online self-paced course and the release of the fourth edition of the APSP Builders Manual. The PSCC Pool & Spa Construction course is for entry level and experienced pool builders, as well as designers who need to know more about pool and spa construction. The PSCC course takes students through the APSP Builders Manual and covers topics such as: pool and spa water feature construction and reviews the construction process from design to pool and spa start-up.
Those that successfully complete the course will earn 24 continuing education credits and are eligible to sit for the APSP CBP Certified Pool & Spa Building Professional exam. Now in its fourth edition, the APSP Builders Manual is a comprehensive guide to pool and spa construction. It covers topics including: planning and excavation, electrical requirements, structures, water features, heating controls and other accessories and hydraulics. In this new release, students will benefit from a new easy to read format and will be learning tips and techniques that follow current APSP Standards.
The online format enhances student learning with interactive videos, exercises and knowledge quizzes. Students now have the option to take the full PSCC course or can purchase specific modules. Module topics include: safety; business practices; preliminary planning and layout; excavation; circulation, filtration and hydraulics; electrical, basic structures; water features; deck work; accessories and start-up.
The full course is US$623 for members and US$773 for nonmembers. For more information about the updated online PSCC course or the APSP Builders Manual log on to www.apspuniversity@apsp.org
