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Choose this course if you are a first-time applicant for AqP Designation, you will be attending the 2025 AOAP Conference and Exposition in St Pete Beach, FL, February 3 - 6. Please read the requirements carefully before selecting this option! Become a designated Aquatic Professional with the AqP Designation by the Association of Aquatic Professionals. The AqP Designation sets you apart and brings you into an exclusive network of professionals who have shown their commitment to aquatic education, certification and professional development and sets them apart from other aquatic professionals.    AqP Requirements include:    Prerequisites - Must be uploaded no later than January 31, 2025 Be a current member of the Association of Aquatic Professionals and maintain membership throughout your designation period. If you are not a current AOAP member, choose the Non-Member option to register and receive a one-year AOAP membership as part of your registration.  A minimum of 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time aquatic work experience Current pool operator certification Current Basic First Aid and CPR/AED certification  Current lifeguard instructor certification and/or swim instructor trainer certification Sign off on a safety-oriented, excellence-driven commitment statement   Degree or Equivalent Requirement - Must be uploaded by January 31, 2025 AqP applicants must have a degree from an accredited College or University with at least 120 credit hours.    If you have not earned a degree there is an additional CEU requirement based on any higher education credit hours you may have completed: 4.0 (40 hours) additional elective CEU's required if you have 0-59 credit hours 2.0 (20 hours) additional elective CEU's required if you have 60-119   Continuing Education CEU's - Upload copies of your additional CEUs by January 31, 2025. If you need to complete additional CEUs at conference, please reach out to Kirsten at kirsten@aquaticpros.org.  Earn these CEU credits from any recognized education source such as courses on Splash-EDU, conferences, seminars, workshops, and even relevant experience. You can go back five (5) years but cannot submit any education event or certification twice (including pre-requisites).  .2 CEU (2 hours) in Risk Management .2 CEU (2hours) in Programming and Staff Training .2 CEU (2 hours) in Drowning Prevention .2 CEU (2 hours) in Leadership/Executive Development .2 CEU (2 hours) in Diversity and Inclusion 1.5 CEU (15 hours) in a wide variety of elective categories   CORE Content - To be completed in person at the AOAP 2025 Conference and Exposition Complete the five (5) core educational sessions by attending in-person at the AOAP conference. You will have two (2) options for each category to fit into your schedule.  Risk Management User Groups and Your EAP: Will they know what to do? - Tuesday at 10:50 a in Long Key OR Emergency Management: Taking care of your team, before and after an incident - Wednesday at 3:15 p in Bird / Indian Programming and Staff Training Championing Competition: Key Strategies for Establishing and Running Lifeguard Competitions - Tuesday at 2:45 p in Bird / Indian OR Revenue Rethink: Unorthodox Methods to Boost Revenue - Wednesday at 11 a in Sawyer Key Drowning Prevention US National Water Safety Action Plan Implementation, Implications and Guidance - Monday at 3:30 p in Snowy Egret OR When & Why Drownings Occur with Lifeguards on Duty - Tuesday at 9:30 a in Snowy Egret Leadership/Executive Development Personality Workshop: Bridging the Communication Gap Between Leaders and Their Team - Tuesday at 9:30 a in Bird / Indian OR Speaking the Admin Language - Tuesday at 4:15 p in Long Key Diversity and Inclusion How to Run Programs for Swimmers with Autism, Anxiety, Sensory and Motor Challenge - Monday at 2:10 p in Long Key OR Inclusive Language for the Aquatic Professional - Wednesday at 4:45 p in Tarpon Key   Final Exam - You will complete this in person on Thursday, February 6 at 8:55 am. Please bring your laptop computer! Pass a multiple-choice exam with a 75% or better. Questions evaluate your knowledge across the prerequisites and CORE categories.   Read more

Choose this course if you are a first-time applicant for AqP Designation and need to complete the required elective CEUs online AND / OR you do not have a current Instructor certification.  Become a designated Aquatic Professional with the AqP Designation by the Association of Aquatic Professionals. The AqP Designation sets you apart and brings you into an exclusive network of professionals who have shown their commitment to aquatic education, certification and professional development and sets them apart from other aquatic professionals. Because you are completing all CEU requirements via vetted AOAP webinars, the pre-requisite requirement for an instructor certification has been waived.    AqP Requirements for applicants who complete all CEU requirements via Splash-EDU include:    Prerequisites Be a current member of the Association of Aquatic Professionals and maintain membership throughout your designation period.  If you are not a current AOAP member, choose the Non-Member option to register and receive a one-year AOAP membership as part of your registration.  A minimum of 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time aquatic work experience Current pool operator certification Current Basic First Aid and CPR/AED certification  Sign off on a safety-oriented, excellence-driven commitment statement   CORE Content - You will complete these courses online here.  Complete the five (5) core educational sessions.  Risk Management CORE Programming and Staff Training CORE Drowning Prevention CORE Leadership/Executive Development CORE Diversity and Inclusion CORE   Continuing Education CEU's - You will complete 1.5 CEUs online here.  Courses will encompass .2 CEUs in each of the following categories: Risk Management, Programming and Staff Training, Drowning Prevention, Leadership/Executive Development, Diversity and Inclusion. There will also be an additional .5 CEU courses.   Education or Additional Work Experience AqP applicants must have a degree from an accredited College or University with at least 120 credit hours or may substitute five (5) years of full-time work for the degree requirement.   Final Exam - You will complete the exam here.  Pass a multiple-choice exam with a 75% or better. Questions evaluate your knowledge across the prerequisites and CORE categories.  Read more

Choose this course if you are a first-time applicant for AqP Designation and you would like to upload elective CEUs which you have already completed. Note that this course includes 0.5 CEUs.  Become a designated Aquatic Professional with the AqP Designation by the Association of Aquatic Professionals. The AqP Designation sets you apart and brings you into an exclusive network of professionals who have shown their commitment to aquatic education, certification and professional development and sets them apart from other aquatic professionals.    AqP Requirements include:    Prerequisites Be a current member of the Association of Aquatic Professionals and maintain membership throughout your designation period. If you are not a current AOAP member, choose the Non-Member option to register and receive a one-year AOAP membership as part of your registration.  A minimum of 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time aquatic work experience Current pool operator certification Current Basic First Aid and CPR/AED certification  Current lifeguard instructor certification and/or swim instructor trainer certification Sign off on a safety-oriented, excellence-driven commitment statement   CORE Content - You will complete these online courses as part of your application.  Complete the five (5) core educational sessions by attending in-person at the AOAP conference or registering for the recorded session on Splash-EDU. The CORE sessions vary by year.  Risk Management CORE Programming and Staff Training CORE Drowning Prevention CORE Leadership/Executive Development CORE Diversity and Inclusion CORE   Continuing Education CEU's - You will upload copies of your CEUs.  Earn these CEU credits from any recognized education source such as courses on Splash-EDU, conferences, seminars, workshops, and even relevant experience. You can go back five (5) years but cannot submit any education event or certification twice. .2 CEU (2 hours) in Risk Management .2 CEU (2hours) in Programming and Staff Training .2 CEU (2 hours) in Drowning Prevention .2 CEU (2 hours) in Leadership/Executive Development .2 CEU (2 hours) in Diversity and Inclusion 1.5 CEU (15 hours) in a wide variety of elective categories   Degree or Equivalent Requirement  AqP applicants must have a degree from an accredited College or University with at least 120 credit hours.    If you have not earned a degree there is an additional CEU requirement based on any higher education credit hours you may have completed: 4.0 (40 hours) additional elective CEU's required if you have 0-59 credit hours 2.0 (20 hours) additional elective CEU's required if you have 60-119   Final Exam - You will complete this exam here.  Pass a multiple-choice exam with a 75% or better. Questions evaluate your knowledge across the prerequisites and CORE categories.   Read more

Choose this course if you are a renewal applicant for AqP Designation, and you will be attending the 2025 AOAP Conference and Exposition in St Pete Beach, FL, February 3 - 6. Please read the requirements carefully before selecting this option! Renewal is easy! Simply register here to complete the core education requirements at the 2025 Conference and upload additional CEUs required for renewal.    Renewal Requirements include:    Current AqP - Upload a copy of your current, unexpired AqP designation no later than Friday, January 31, 2025.    Continuing Education CEU's - Upload copies of 1.0 additional CEUs earned in the last two years by January 31, 2025. If you need to complete additional CEUs at conference, please reach out to Kirsten at kirsten@aquaticpros.org.    CORE Content - To be completed in person at the AOAP 2025 Conference and Exposition Complete the five (5) core educational sessions by attending in-person at the AOAP conference. You will have two (2) options for each category to fit into your schedule.  Risk Management User Groups and Your EAP: Will they know what to do? - Tuesday at 10:50 a in Long Key OR Emergency Management: Taking care of your team, before and after an incident - Wednesday at 3:15 p in Bird / Indian Programming and Staff Training Championing Competition: Key Strategies for Establishing and Running Lifeguard Competitions - Tuesday at 2:45 p in Bird / Indian OR Revenue Rethink: Unorthodox Methods to Boost Revenue - Wednesday at 11 a in Sawyer Key Drowning Prevention US National Water Safety Action Plan Implementation, Implications and Guidance - Monday at 3:30 p in Snowy Egret OR When & Why Drownings Occur with Lifeguards on Duty - Tuesday at 9:30 a in Snowy Egret Leadership/Executive Development Personality Workshop: Bridging the Communication Gap Between Leaders and Their Team - Tuesday at 9:30 a in Bird / Indian OR Speaking the Admin Language - Tuesday at 4:15 p in Long Key Diversity and Inclusion How to Run Programs for Swimmers with Autism, Anxiety, Sensory and Motor Challenge - Monday at 2:10 p in Long Key OR Inclusive Language for the Aquatic Professional - Wednesday at 4:45 p in Tarpon Key   Final Exam - You will complete this in person on Thursday, February 6 at 8:55 am. Please bring your laptop computer! Pass a multiple-choice exam with a 75% or better. Questions evaluate your knowledge across the prerequisites and CORE categories.   Read more

If you have a current AqP Designation that is expiring AND you would like to complete the required CEUs online, you can complete your renewal application here.  Renewal is easy! Simply register here to complete the core education requirements and the additional CEUs required for renewal.    Current AqP - Upload a copy of your current, unexpired AqP designation.    CORE Content - You will complete these online courses here.  The CORE sessions vary by year.  Risk Management CORE Programming and Staff Training CORE Drowning Prevention CORE Leadership/Executive Development CORE Diversity and Inclusion CORE   Continuing Education CEU's - You will complete 1.0 CEUs online here.  Courses will encompass .2 CEUs in each of the following categories: Risk Management, Programming and Staff Training, Drowning Prevention, Leadership/Executive Development, Diversity and Inclusion. There will also be an additional .5 CEU courses.   AqP Exam  Pass a multiple-choice exam with a 75% or better. Questions evaluate your knowledge across the prerequisites and CORE categories.   Read more

If you have a current AqP Designation that is expiring AND you would like to upload your completed CEUs, you can complete your renewal application here.  Renewal is easy! Simply register here to complete the core education requirements and be guided through the requirements and upload your documentation for renewal.    Current AqP - Upload a copy of your current, unexpired AqP designation.    CORE Content - You will complete these online courses here.  The CORE sessions vary by year.  Risk Management CORE Programming and Staff Training CORE Drowning Prevention CORE Leadership/Executive Development CORE Diversity and Inclusion CORE   Continuing Education CEU's - Upload a copy of your completed CEUs here.  Earn these CEU credits from any recognized education source such as courses on Splash-EDU, conferences, seminars, workshops, and even relevant experience. You can go back two (2) years but cannot submit any education event or certification twice. .2 CEU (2 hours) in Risk Management .2 CEU (2 hours) in Programming and Staff Training .2 CEU (2 hours) in Drowning Prevention .2 CEU (2 hours) in Leadership/Executive Development .2 DEU (2 hours) in Diversity and Inclusion   AqP Exam  Pass a multiple-choice exam with a 75% or better. Questions evaluate your knowledge across the prerequisites and CORE categories.   Read more