Congressional Passage of Pool and Spa Safety Legislation Increases Need for Higher Education

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 14 The recent passing of thefirst federal pool and spa safety law amplifies the need for higher educationof Pool and Spa Operators. There are many things that can go wrong if thewater is not properly cared for and the facility is not properly maintained."The key to assuring a safe and enjoyable experience when people are swimmingis directly connected to the higher education of those who maintain the poolsand spas. It is critical now, more than ever," says Connie Sue Centrella,Program Director of the Keiser University online Aquatic EngineeringTechnology degree program. The protection and safety of guests at hotels,condominiums, and aquatic facilities, as well as private pools has gainedrecent public attention with the passing of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool andSpa Safety Act of 2007.

Keiser University is the first and only accredited university providing ahigher education degree program in the pool and spa field. The two-yearAssociate of Science degree in Aquatic Engineering Technology is offeredexclusively online. "The online interaction often leads to greater studenteffort and more student learning, and thus, increased satisfaction in thelearning experience," explains Centrella. The online format makes it possibleto offer a global study program that enables schedule flexibility andincreased access to those currently employed. "Professions that impact publichealth like nursing, medical technology and aquatics, need college-leveltraining. Keiser is leading the way in creating these programs," suggestsThomas Lachocki, Ph.D., CEO, of non-profit National Swimming Pool Foundation,who has certified over 200,000 pool/spa operators.

Bill Kent, owner of Team Horner, a manufacturer and distributor of pooland spa products based in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, partnered with KeiserUniversity in 2004 to develop the online Aquatic Engineering Degree program.Team Horner is deeply committed to higher level technical training. "It isabsolutely necessary to the future growth of the swimming pool and spaindustry, and to the safety and enjoyment of those who use our products," saysKent. "Dr. Arthur Keiser, Chancellor of Keiser University, is to be applaudedfor his forward-thinking by offering this valuable program," he concludes.Keiser reports the online Aquatic Engineering Degree program is gainingrecognition. New students are enrolling from in- and- outside the pool and spaindustry, including students from as far away as Singapore.

The Keiser University Associate of Science two-year Aquatic EngineeringDegree is 60 semester hours of which 36 credit hours are in the aquaticsdiscipline. The degreed program encourages students to broaden their knowledgein all aspects of swimming pool and spa management and operation. Visithttp://www.keiseruniversity.edu, click on online education.

Keiser University, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with 13 campuses,offers degrees in high-demand fields and is Accredited by the Commission onColleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award theassociate's and bachelor's degrees.

SOURCE Keiser University Online Aquatic Engineering Technology

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