New Zealand Certificate in Aquatic Treatment Systems (Level 4)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
Te Mahi Ako
Gain the skills to independently manage water quality testing and treatment systems in aquatic environments through this Level 4 certificate.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
It will take a total of 35 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Monitor and interpret aquatic treatment systems
Able to monitor aquatic treatment systems, interpret plant and equipment data, and ensure safety within aquatic environments.
Operate and respond to water quality issues
Skilled in operating plant and equipment to address and rectify water quality concerns and emergencies.
Maintain aquatic treatment systems for compliance
Implement and manage maintenance plans for treatment systems to fulfill organizational and compliance requirements.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme is for people working in plant operations, aquatic treatment systems, and advanced pool testing. Completing the Aquatic Treatment Systems Level 4 certificate will give you the skills to work unsupervised in a water quality testing and treatment role. Training is delivered through workshops led by an external provider over 8-12 months. Key topics include monitoring, equipment operation, corrective procedures, compliance maintenance, risk management review, and effective communication of water quality results.
Course Content
- Monitoring aquatic treatment systems, plant and equipment
- Interpreting water quality and testing information
- Ensuring safety in aquatic environments
- Operating plant and equipment to respond to water quality issues
- Implementing corrective procedures
- Implementing maintenance plans for compliance
- Reviewing pool risk management plans
- Recognising trends and influences on water quality
- Identifying ways to improve aquatic treatment systems
- Communicating and reporting water quality results
What you need to know first
Must be working in a paid job at a pool or aquatic facility, self-employed, or a volunteer with regular and consistent shifts.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Aquatic facilities
Recreation
Facility management
Future employment opportunities might be
Water quality technician (aquatic facilities)
Pool or aquatic plant operator
Compliance and risk management roles in aquatic environments