School is Online With These Two Pool Universities

Two universities are bringing the pool and spa training to you at home. Check out the programs offered through Keiser University’s eCampus program and the Medical Fitness Association’s webinar offered through Aquatic Therapy University (ATU).

Keiser University

The 2012 class schedule for the only two-year Associate of Science college degree program for pool and spa professionals is now available. Keiser University offers students a flexible program for working professionals who are interested in enrolling in the Associate of Science, two-year Aquatic Engineering Degree Program available through eCampus online degree program center. Students can enter the program at any time during the year. Each class is offered in one-month modules. The degreed program, now in its eighth year, has a strong student following because it allows students to earn their degree while they work, and offers excellent employment opportunities post-graduation.

“Many of our students have been  in the industry for over 10 years. It gives me great pleasure to watch them grow in their professional learning. It gives me hope that the future of the pool industry will rest on highly educated professionals,” says Connie sue Centrella, M.B.A. , and Department Chair.

For more information about the Aquatic Engineering Degree at Keiser University, visit www.keiseruniversity.edu and click on “online education,” call 888-453-4737, or email [email protected]. Scholarship opportunities are available for graduates of the CPO Certification program and the CPI program.

Aquatic Therapy University

Aquatic Therapy University (ATU), the gold standard in post-graduate aquatic therapy training, announces an Aquatic Therapy Boot Camp webinar, “Core Concepts of Water-Based Intervention,” scheduled for February 23, 2012, Noon EST. This is first in a series of evidence-based education opportunities created in concert with the Medical Fitness Association and open to the entire aquatic industry. The 60-minute webinar, taught by industry guru, Andrea Salzman, MS, PT, Program Director of Aquatic Therapy University, will take a functional look at aquatic therapy fundamentals for any discipline.

“Our facilities all want to treat the whole person and aquatic post-rehab is near and dear to achieving that,” said Jim Gallagher, Director of Business Development at the Medical Fitness Association. “But,” he explained, “the CE quality isn’t there. That is why we asked ATU to host our first aquatic webinar. So our global members can learn from the best clinical leaders in the field.”

“Our webinar makes it feasible for a program director to bring 60-minutes of evidence-based aquatic training to their entire team,” said Salzman. “By partnering with us, the Medical Fitness Association has made it possible for facilities across the globe to attend ATU-caliber trainings, without spending a dime on travel.” The one-hour webinar is open to all, free for MFA members ($99 for non-MFA members). ATU courses are open to anyone with internet access. You do not need to be a MFA member. To register go to http://www.aquatic-therapy-university.com/2012-ATU-Classes/Webinar-Aquatic-Therapy-Boot-Camp-Core-Concepts-of-Water-Based-Intervention-p232.html. For questions please call Mr. Lee Salzman at 800-680-8624 or 612-424-5490, or send him and email at [email protected].