A deep dive into common pool care issues, with a comprehensive look at prevention and treatment for each.

Course curriculum

  • 1
    Algae
    • What's that Growing in the Pool?
    • Steps to Take when Algae is Growing?
    • Algae and ALEX Pro: Why did it do that?
  • 2
    Cloudy Water
    • Why do Pools get Cloudy?
    • What Products Work Best to Clear Cloudy Water?
    • Using the ALEX Printout to Diagnose and Treat
  • 3
    Chlorine Demand and Chloramines
    • What is Chlorine Demand and Chloramines?
    • Utilizing AD30 and Ensuring Customer Confidence
    • How to Run an AD30 Test
    • Treatment Options
  • 4
    Metals and Staining
    • What Causes Metal Problems in Pools?
    • Removing Metals
  • 5
    Saltwater Pools
    • What Happens Inside the Salt Cell?
    • Inadequate Chlorine Reading
    • Recap with Saltwater Pool Myths and Facts
  • 6
    Advanced Technical and Troubleshooting PHTA Accredidation Quiz
    • Advanced Technical and Troubleshooting PHTA Accredidation Quiz (2 CEU)
    • Satisfaction Survey