Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) and Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but there is a difference between the two.
Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) is a course that provides aspiring yoga teachers with the skills and knowledge they need to teach yoga effectively. The training usually covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, yoga philosophy, teaching methodologies and techniques. Upon completion of a YTT course, graduates will be able to apply for registration with the Yoga Alliance, which is an international organization that sets standards for yoga teacher training programs.
Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) is a designation given by the Yoga Alliance to yoga teachers who have completed an approved teacher training program and who meet all of the organization's requirements. In order to maintain their RYT status, teachers must complete continuing education credits on a regular basis.