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NC. Pool Operator Course (CPO) - February 2026

Thursday, February 19, 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (EST)

Event Details

Whether it is your first time learning how to take care of a pool at your community, or it is time for your renewal (every 5 years), you need to sign up for this North Carolina certification course with Mark Cukro.

This course meets the requirements of the Pool Operator for NC Certification and is good for 5 years.

Each student must bring:

  • Notepad
  • Pen or pencil
  • Calculator (no phone calculators) - the instructor requires cell phones to be off during class
  • Current and valid photo ID
  • Prep guide - this will be emailed to you after registration
  • Questions
  • Positive attitude

 A student can also bring a water sample from their pool sealed in a jar or container (not a plastic bag) with a test kit, if they would like the water to be tested in class.

6 CECs


Thank You To Our Breakfast & Lunch Sponsor

About the Instructor: Mark Cukro

Mark is the President of Plus One Consulting, Inc. and founder of Service Team Training and maintenance videos.com.  Mark is a national speaker, a thought leader and one of the most trusted resources in the industry on customer service, service team development, and training. 

His certifications include CAPS, CAMT I, CAMTII, CPO, CPO Instructor with the PHTA, EPA proctor for the NEW 608 certification as well as all HVAC Excellence courses. Mark is also a NAAEI Instructor and worked on the development of the new CAMT program. Prior to Starting his own company, he was the Director of Service Team Development for Colonial Properties Trust, Inc, a New York Stock Exchange traded company with 148 properties and over 48,000 apartment homes.

On a personal note, Mark is also a professional Jiu Jitsu Coach and owns and operates a Martial Arts Academy in Harrisburg, NC. and also owns commercial and residential real estate.