TEACHING THE ART & SCIENCE OF WATER
On Monday, July 8th, 2024, Watershape University deployed a technical overhaul to unify all online student activity under one system. Please read critical information about this update HERE.
Certified Watershape Foreman (CWF) | CONSTRUCTION 2111: Essential Pool Construction
Certified Watershape Operator (CWO) | SERVICE 2811: Essential Watershape Operation and Maintenance
UPCOMING EVENTS
Become a Top Gun designer with David Tisherman in Chicago at Design 4111: Design and Client Collaborations: From Good to Gorgeous
An all new Pool Inspection course, Business 2121: Pool Inspections for Real Estate Transactions, along with Design 2321: Essential History of Water in Architecture Workshop
Join Watershape University in Dallas, TX this November for the 2024 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo!
Enrollment for Construction 4611: Advanced Hands-On Plaster Workshop sessions for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 are now open!
CERTIFICATIONS
The pool and spa industry’s only comprehensive design-build certification program. We certify the trades, including electrical, plumbing, waterproofing, tile, plaster and others. We also certify construction foremen, designers, builders, professionals, renovators and, of course, the leading companies in the industry.
LICENSING
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION THAT SOLVES LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS?
Our programs satisfy more jurisdictions than anyone else. And, you can start immediately, conveniently, online, and on-demand.
CONSUMERS
Are you searching for a great aquatic design, build or service professional?
Watershape University is the center of education, training and certification for the pool, spa and aquatics industry. We connect owners to our team of certified industry professionals.
INTERNATIONAL WATERSHAPE INSTITUTE (IWI)
Watershape University’s graduates establish a team of influencers and through leadership, coaching and advocacy we are
ADVANCING THE ART & SCIENCE OF WATER
WATERSHAPES MAGAZINE
Since 1998, WaterShapes Magazine has been the leading resource for design, engineering and construction of watershapes from bird baths to lakes. Explore the art and science of water in our extensive and searchable platform.
BLUE MIND
Discover the surprising science that shows how being near, in, on, or under water can make you happier, healthier, more connected, and better at what you do. Our partner and instructor, Wallace J. Nichols, Ph.D., is creating useful words and is wishing you water.