The Practical Observation must be completed, signed by the observer and returned to the leader immediately following the class that is observed. If the leader does not demonstrate the minimum standards as required, the observer may recommend that a second Practical Observation be performed. If the leader is not successful a second time, they must complete the specialty course again before the certification process continues. Fees for the Practical Observation are negotiated between the leader and the observer. Prior to certification, a minimum of seven hours of practical leadership must be completed.
Leaders seek out leadership opportunities pertinent to their training, skills, and preferred style.
Upon completion of both the Fitness Theory course and Specialty course, the candidate will write both the Fitness Theory examination and the Specialty examination. There is no examination fee to the candidate. Exam scores will be returned directly to the candidate approximately 6 weeks after the examination date. Time Limit is 1 hour per exam. In cases where travel to a designated exam site is not possible, alternate arrangements may be possible.