Ensure Safer Aquatic Facilities with Confidence with the Aquatic Venue Public Health Inspector (AVPHI) Course
Inspecting aquatic venues shouldn’t be guesswork. The Aquatic Venue Public Health Inspector (AVPHI) Course equips you with the knowledge and skills to assess pool and water facility safety so you can protect public health with confidence.
Public health inspectors play a critical role in keeping aquatic venues safe, but complex regulations, evolving best practices, and limited training resources can make inspections challenging. Without the right education, hazards can be overlooked, putting public health at risk.
You need a trusted, science-backed training program designed specifically for aquatic venue inspections.
Introducing the AVPHI Course
The AVPHI Course, developed by CMAHC, provides public health inspectors with a comprehensive, in-person training experience based on the CDC Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC)—the national standard for public health and safety for swimming pools.
This instructor-led course ensures you have the expertise to assess aquatic venues accurately, identify risks, and uphold the highest health and safety standards.
How It Works:
- Take an Immersive Course – Engage with a subject matter expert trainer and practical content covering essential pool safety and inspection practices.
- Apply Your Knowledge – Work through real-world case studies and interactive assessments to strengthen your skills.
- Certify Your Expertise – Earn a CMAHC-backed certificate to enhance your credentials and showcase your commitment to public health.
This course is designed for:
- Public Health Inspectors – Ensure compliance and uphold best practices.
- Environmental Health Professionals – Strengthen your understanding of aquatic safety regulations.
- Regulatory Agencies – Train teams to standardize inspections and improve enforcement.
- Industry Professionals – Utilize the most up-to-date aquatic health and safety practices.
Why Choose the AVPHI Course?
- Science and Best Practice Based Training – Developed in alignment with the CDC Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC).
- In-Person Learning – Interact with industry experts and get answers to key questions in real time.
- Industry-Recognized Certification – Earn a credential backed by CMAHC.
Join a network of professionals dedicated to ensuring safer aquatic venues nationwide.
Enroll for the AVPHI Course Today:
Interested in becoming an Aquatic Venue Public Health Inspector Instructor?
CMAHC is now accepting instructor applications for the Aquatic Venue Public Health Inspector course. AVPHI Instructors must have the following qualifications:
- Be a current member of CMAHC
- Complete an instructor application
- Submit a current resume and copies of a valid Qualified Operator certification. Acceptable Qualified Operator certifications include:
- Starfish Aquatics Institute AquaTech
- Watershape University Certified Watershape Operator
- PHTA Certified Pool Operator
- NRPA Aquatic Facility Operator
- Practical Pool Management +
- Current or prior certification as a Qualified Operator Instructor from one of the following:
- Starfish Aquatics Institute AquaTech
- Watershape University Certified Watershape Operator
- PHTA Certified Pool Operator
- NRPA Aquatic Facility Operator
- Practical Pool Management +
For public health officials wishing to be an AVPHI-I, the following are additional requirements:
- Be a current NEHA Registered Environmental Health Specialist / Registered Sanitarian or approved equivalent
- Have a minimum of 5 years experience inspecting pools
For individuals from the aquatics sector who are not considered public health, the following are additional requirements:
- Have demonstratable experience with assessments, audits, and inspections of public and semi-public aquatic venues
- Have 10 years demonstrated experience the operation of, design, and/or maintenance of an aquatic venue
Fill out the application below (link under image). The application will turn into an editable PDF when you click the link. Please save the completed PDF and email it to [email protected]