The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification is a state-of-the-art certification for pool operators and aquatic facility managers.

The Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification program provides the most comprehensive training on playground safety standards and provides the credentials to inspect playgrounds for safety compliance. Practice exams and online training courses are available through the Online Learning Center.

Schools and Conferences
NRPA schools and conferences are forums where the park and recreation community comes together to exchange ideas and information. Whether you are just starting your career or are a seasoned veteran, NRPA’s schools and conferences will give you the education and networking opportunities you need to ensure success.

Online Learning – Available 24/7
Online learning is a cost-effective and flexible way to educate staff, provide training, and earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) without leaving the comfort of your home or office. Visit NRPA’s Online Learning Center and choose from one of our many courses whenever it is convenient for you.

Webinars
NRPA webinars offer the opportunity to get professional development and education through direct interaction with subject matter experts in an easy, interactive, cost-effective manner.

Certification Programs
The Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification is granted to individuals employed in the recreation, park resources, and leisure services profession who meet high standards of performance. Practice exams are available through the Online Learning Center.
The Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) certification can be achieved by individuals employed in the recreation, park resources, and leisure services profession who meet high standards of performance at a mastery (middle to upper management) level.

March
4-6    CPSI, Lubbock, Texas
5-7    CPSI, San Jose, California
6-8    CPSI, Bonner Springs, Kansas
7-8    AFO, Surfside, Florida
10-15    Revenue Development and Management School, Wheeling, West Virginia
12-13    AFO, Hendersonville, North Carolina
12-14    CPSI, Bismarck, North Dakota
13-15    CPSI, New Brighton, Minnesota
13-15    CPSI, Leesburg, Virginia
13-15    CPSI, Bellevue, Washington
14-15    AFO, Lawrence, Kansas
19-20    AFO, Anaheim, California
19-20    AFO, St. Louis Park, Minnesota
19-20    AFO, Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania
19-20    AFO, Massanutten, Virginia
19-21    National Legislative Forum on Parks and Recreation, Washington, D.C. (www.nrpa.org/legforum)
20-22    CPSI, Lakewood, Colorado
21-22    AFO, West Palm Beach, Florida
25-27    CPSI, Phoenix, Arizona
26-28    CPSI, St. Charles, Missouri
27-29    AFO, Shoreline, Washington

April
2-3    AFO, Santa Clara, California
5-7    AFO, Fruita, Colorado
9-11    CPSI, Worcester, Massachusetts
11-12    AFO, Wichita, Kansas
16-17    AFO, Piedmont, California
16-17    AFO, Christiansburg, Virginia
16-18    CPSI, Riverside, California
16-18    CPSI, Columbus, Ohio
16-18    CPSI, Chicago Area, Illinois
17-18    AFO, St. Paul, Minnesota
20-28    AFO, Cheney, Washington
22-23    AFO, Suncadia-Roslyn, Washington
24-26    CPSI, Middletown, New Jersey
24-26    CPSI, Anchorage, Alaska
25-26    AFO, Key West, Florida
25-26    AFO, Denver, Colorado