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Keywords

pool industry, CPO, instructor assessment, education, teaching skills, PHTA, pool classes, water chemistry, instructor program, professional development


Summary

In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Wayne discusses his experiences and insights from being a member of the PHA Instructor Assessment Committee. He shares stories from a recent instructor class, the assessment process for potential instructors, and the importance of teaching skills in the pool industry. Wayne also highlights the broader educational opportunities available in the industry and encourages listeners to consider becoming instructors themselves.


Takeaways

Wayne has been on the PHA Instructor Assessment Committee for 18 years.
The instructor assessment process is rigorous and takes time.
Teaching CPO classes requires strong communication skills.
The assessment process is mentally intensive for proctors.
There are various educational programs available in the pool industry.


Sound bites

"It's an involved process to become an instructor."
"Teaching is mentally intensive but worthwhile."
"Consider looking into the instructor program."


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:15 Insights from the Instructor Assessment Committee
06:15 Class Structure and Assessment Process
08:50 Opportunities for CPO Instructors
16:22 The Importance of Education in the Pool Industry

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