PSATC - The Pool & Spa Apprenticeship and Training Committee

PSATC Cohort 7 apprentices recently wrapped up multiple Water Quality courses taught by (Terry Arko) of

They're now diving into on-demand courses through Orenda Academy, including a live educational session with an instructor, as they work to complete their Water Quality unit.

Up next: Structures & Surfaces—where they'll learn all about plaster and what it takes to build and maintain quality pool finishes.

When employees continue learning, everyone benefits. New knowledge leads to better service, stronger teams, improved quality, and greater value for customers. Investing in training is investing in the future of your company and the industry.

Interested in developing the next generation of pool professionals? Registration for PSATC's Fall 2026 Apprenticeship Cohort opens soon. Stay tuned for details!

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom. Their courage and dedication deserve our deepest gratitude.

As we remember their service, communities across the country are also gathering poolside — a tradition made possible by the peace and liberty they helped preserve.

Land of the free, because of the brave. 🙏🏼

This National Apprenticeship Week, we’re proud to celebrate the progress and dedication of our future industry leaders! 🎉

The Pool & Spa Apprenticeship and Training Committee (PSATC) is excited to recognize two major milestones in our Pool Service Apprenticeship Program:

Our 6th cohort of apprentices has officially completed their one-year program and is now in the process of final approval for graduation both on the state and national level. Their hard work, commitment, and growth over the past year have been nothing short of impressive.

Meanwhile, our 7th cohort is already making strides; recently completing their OSHA-10 certification course, an important step in building a strong foundation of safety and professionalism in the field.

At PSATC, we’re committed to developing skilled, knowledgeable, and safety-focused pool service professionals. Congratulations to all our apprentices for their achievements—we can’t wait to see what you accomplish next!

Our CEO, David Hawes, was on the ground last week leading a business class for local pool pros in Clovis, CA—bringing real-world insight straight to the field.

Dave also just wrapped up his 10-hour business course series last night with our Cohort 7 PSATC apprentices, diving deep into what it truly takes to succeed in the pool service industry.

From understanding operations as an employee, to thinking like an employer, to delivering value and great customer service from the client’s perspective—this training is all about building well-rounded professionals who know the why behind the work.

Because great pool service employees don’t just maintain pools—they understand the business behind them.

We’re proud to recognize two of our ongoing and incredible educational partners, HASA, Inc. and Orenda Technologies!

As leaders in the pool and spa industry, HASA provides high-quality water treatment solutions including liquid chlorine, muriatic acid, and a full range of essential pool chemicals that keep water clean, safe, and balanced. Through Orenda Technologies, they also deliver innovative products and a science-based approach to water chemistry—helping professionals better understand and manage water quality.

We’re especially grateful for their commitment to education. PSATC apprentices benefit from Orenda’s in-depth water chemistry courses, along with multiple live training sessions led by Terry Arko from HASA. These sessions give apprentices the opportunity to learn directly from an industry expert, ask questions, and build real-world knowledge they can apply in the field.

Thank you to HASA and Orenda Technologies for your continued support and partnership in developing the next generation of pool and spa professionals!